CPD accredited Ophthalmology education event | NEW DATE: Tuesday 25 June | Nuffield Health
11 June 2024
On Tuesday 25 June, at 6:30PM, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon Mr Adam Ross will present an event covering a range of topics for members of the local optical community, including:
· Retinal update ARVO Seattle 2024 – Hot off the Press
· Premium Intraocular Lenses – What your patients want to know
· Atropine & Myopia Control – What’s new?
As previously, the event will be held in person at the Nuffield Health Hospital in Clifton. A hot buffet dinner will be provided beforehand, with the lecture itself beginning at 7:00PM. Further details are included in the attached invitation. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Anybody who had booked to attend on the original date has been allocated a place.
To reserve a place, please email: simon.day@nuffieldhealth.com.
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