A reminder that all cataract referrals need to go via the GP. In Durham area all cataract referrals need to be seen in the Pre-Op Cataract Service which then sends the referral via Opera to the GP practice. If you do not provide this service, please sign up! Otherwise, you will have to refer your …
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26 August 2023
Did you know that LOCSU have a course available on their website entitled “A Beginner’s Guide to LOC’s”? This course is available to all eye care practitioners and runs through the basics of what an LOC is, and what work in the LOC involves. It’s available via the members area of the LOCSU website. It’s …
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20 July 2023
Please can all Optoms referring a patient for cataract surgery via Opera remember to type in the provider the patient wishes to be referred to in the comments box. This is essential as the as all the referrals go via the GP and need to be processed correctly to avoid an incorrect provider being chosen. …
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4 July 2023
If you or your patient has missed their diabetic retinal screening (and wants to reschedule their appointment) or wishes to change venue, please can the patient contact the Diabetic Eye Screening Programme directly (ie do not contact the GP to rearrange screening appointments). Please see attached contact details below.
29 June 2023
Primary Eyecare are actively looking for more optoms in our area to deliver their learning disabilities pathway. They would like to invite anyone eligible who is interested to attend a virtual online event (CPD accredited) taking place at 7pm to 8pm on Thursday 22 June to coincide with National Learning Disabilities Week (20 to 25 …
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21 June 2023
We have added up to date information under both the “Professionals” and “Patients” sections with contact details and a brief description of services for our local ECLOs. This service can be used for patients newly diagnosed with sight loss, but also may benefit patients who have been living with sight loss for a while. The …
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18 May 2023
Please see your emails and our socials for a link to book a place at our AGM a week tomorrow, Wednesday 24th May. We are looking forward to seeing you all.
16 May 2023
Are you keen to expand your clinical skills? Please see below a booking link for two Foreign Body Removal courses in May 2023 which are being funded by redirected funding from HEE for WOPEC courses. In our area there is a course in Darlington on 10th May. https://forms.gle/hPxHtmxFiRfoNbJt9 The places are available for Optometrists who …
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14 April 2023
Save the date! The Durham LOC AGM is Wednesday 24th May 2023 – CPD points applied for. At our usual location of Ramside Hall Hotel, Durham. 6pm for 6.30pm. We have 2 exciting CPD lectures planned – details to follow.
13 April 2023
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Durham LOC will be held on Wednesday 25th May 2022 at Ramside Hall Hotel (Durham) at 6.30pm. In addition to the AGM, Hoya will be providing a CPD event. The Agenda for the AGM, Chair’s Report, Treasurer’s report and registration details will be available in due course. If you …
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27 April 2022
NHS England has published new clinical priority codes for use by GOS contractors in England.
2 December 2024
New report reveals the untapped clinical and socio-economic impact of primary eye care.
29 November 2024
