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Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 02 August 2024

CPD Training Grant applications 01 July – 31 October 2024 The CET/CPD claim window is open and suggest anyone struggling to claim theirs should visit this link – here If anyone is still having issues you can contact the LOC for advice – isilk@hampshireloc.org.uk CHEC Annual Virtual CPD Event Wednesday 7 August 2024 Details of …

3 August 2024

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 29 July 2024

CHEC Annual Virtual CPD Event Wednesday – 7 August 2024 Details of the above event and registration can be found – here SpaMedica CPD Event (Post Cataract) – 14 Aug 24, 18:30 – 20:30 Details of the above event and registration can be found – here Nuffield Wessex CPD Event – 07 October 2024 ‘How …

29 July 2024

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 19 July 2024

SpaMedica CPD Event (Post Cataract) 14 Aug 24, 18:30 – 20:30 Details of the above event and registration can be found – here Nuffield Wessex CPD Event – 07 October 2024 ‘How to spot OCT features of wet age related macular degeneration and options for management’ Venue: Nuffield Hospital, Winchester Rd, Chandlers Ford, SO53 2DW …

20 July 2024

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 28 June 2024

United Kingdom & Éire Glaucoma Society annual conference – Southampton 9-10 October 2024 Hampshire LOC has received notification from one of our local ophthalmologists, Nishani Amerasinghe who is President of the UK & Eire Glaucoma Society regarding the conference and inviting optometrists with an interest in Glaucoma to register. Tickets for optometrists would be under …

1 July 2024

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 26 June 2024

Practice Plus FREE CPD Dinner 10 July 2024 – Last few spaces remaining Last remaining spaces for our CPD Dinner event on the 10th of July at 6:00PM hosted at the Mercure Wessex Winchester Hotel. This event will give you an opportunity to meet the team from the Winchester mobile clinic, tour the facilities and …

26 June 2024

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 31 May 2024

SpaMedica Cataract Post Operative Accreditation Event – 19 June 2024 This event is now full. If anyone would like to be added to the cancellation list please email: Lisa.Newman@spamedica.co.uk Sapphire Eye Care Grand Rounds, OCT Interpretation Quiz – 25 June 2024 Sapphire Eye Care warmly invites you to take on your colleagues – who will …

1 June 2024

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 24 May 2024

Practice Plus Group Intraocular Lenses CPD Event – 30 May 2024, 18:30hrs For more information and to register for this online event worth 1 CPD point please use the following link – here Sapphire Eye Care Interactive Evening of Ophthalmology – 21 May 2024 Sapphire Eye Care is delighted to invite you to an interactive …

24 May 2024

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 17 May 2024

Last chance to Register for Hampshire LOC AGM & Peer Review CPD – 5th June 2024 To be held at Chilworth Manor Hotel, Chilworth SO16 7PT Google Maps – here Apple Maps – here Thank you to everyone who has registered to attend this year’s AGM which will be commencing with a hot buffet from …

17 May 2024

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 10 May 2024

Sapphire Eye Care Interactive Evening of Ophthalmology – 21 May 2024 Sapphire Eye Care is delighted to invite you to an interactive evening of ophthalmology at Lainston House Hotel on 21 May 2024. This event is also open to Practice Managers and Dispensing Opticians. More details and how to register can be found – here …

10 May 2024

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 03 May 2024

Change to NHS 111 call options for Healthcare Professionals Please note that changes have been made to NHS 111 when calling as a Healthcare Professional, following an option being included for Mental Health.  Please note the changes below The Healthcare Professional option is now Option 3, then Option 3 again as follows:- “Thank you for …

6 May 2024

LOCSU Latest News

OFNC Statement: Clinical Priority Codes

NHS England has published new clinical priority codes for use by GOS contractors in England.

2 December 2024

Investing in Eye Care Services Could Bring £98M Net Benefits for the NHS per Year, New Findings Show

New report reveals the untapped clinical and socio-economic impact of primary eye care.

29 November 2024

Regional Optical Conferences Take Place Across England

Over the last two weeks, LOCSU have been travelling across England for the Regional Optical Conferences (ROCs).

28 November 2024

Save the Date for NOC 2025!

Our flagship event is back in 2025 bringing together the optical community for another outstanding session of sharing, learning, and networking.

28 November 2024

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