Community optometrists need to send referrals directly to a new Single Point of Access (SPoA), which routes them to the patient’s preferred hospital for triage and management.
- For NEL referrals please email: nelondonicb.eyerefer@nhs.net
- For general queries please email: nelondonicb.eyeadmin@nhs.net
Please see the below link for further details about what should be included in referrals and pathway guidance. It is important to familiarise yourself with the guidance so you can ensure all appropriate information is included in the referral and what is excluded (emergency care and wet ARMD):
https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/for-health-professionals/referring/single-point-of-access