Tell us your problems, CPD, FODO News

4 September 2024

We have 3 items for you today:

1. Tell us more of your problems!
   Thanks to everyone who has completed our survey form regarding issues around referrals.

   We would really like more examples, please, especially specific instances where Px care or even safety has been at risk or suffered. 

   We have created a very simple form for you to complete HERE. You can complete multiple forms if you have had several issues.

   You can include anything current or from the last few months, and please can you keep the form bookmarked to tell us about future issues. It can also be found on our Website, HERE.

   We’re sorry we may not be able to comment or follow up on individual issues but really appreciate your support with this.

   Please don’t include patient identifiable data (of course) and it is up to you if you want to include your details, although it strengthens our case with the ICB if you do. Everything on the form is optional. Any queries, email us at admin@HertsLOC.org.uk

   Thank you for your time.

2. CPD Webinar event – 5 points
   CHEC are running a CPD evening on Wednesday 7th August between 7pm and 9pm, which includes a workshop, ‘Precision vision: Cutting-edge intraocular lens options for cataract surgery’, hosted by Mahmoud Rabie, Consultant Ophthalmologist & Clinical Director of Ophthalmology. They advise 5 CPD points will be available. Further information and registration can be found HERE.
3. FODO News
   Is HERE including Fairer and more inclusive eye services, RNIB has published its 2024-27 strategy. and DWP is to expand support for people with eye conditions like macular degeneration.. Their earlier updates can be found as follows:

   19/7/24 Including GOC research shows high level of public satisfaction, The College of Optometrists has updated some Clinical Management Guidelines and Health policy updates

   12/7/24 Including Primary eye care calls on government to deliver change, GOS News and College gets ready to launch apprenticeship

   5/7/24 Including Primary eye care responds to General Election result, GOC reflective exercise form now live and Optician reports that people are delaying eye care due to the cost-of-living crisis.

 

Kind regards

Herts LOC