Milton Keynes ophthalmology hospital opens doors
CHEC’s new site set to reduce NHS waiting times and increase patient choice.
Bookings open for education programme at 100% Optical
100% Optical releases suite of education for event that will take place from 24-26 February at ExCeL London.
Evidence shows hand-holding volunteers help significantly reduce anxiety for patients undergoing eye procedure
15 January 2024
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Helpforce, Handholding, Charity, Friends of Moorfields, Wellbeing, Patient experience, Anxiety
New evidence from an evaluation carried out by Helpforce for Friends of Moorfields shows that a volunteer’s support can help patients while they have eye surgery under local anaesthetic. 94% say the support helped them feel less anxious.
OSA members call for a 5-year practice plan at 100% Optical
Making a five-year plan for an optical or ophthalmology business is uppermost in OSA members’ minds as they look for the best means of supporting the profession at 100% Optical.
CHEC treats first surgical eye patients at Stockport Exchange
Community healthcare provider restores sight for local residents in partnership with the NHS.
The Worshipful Company Of Spectacle Makers closes 2023 with 9 new liverymen and 1 new court assistant
12 January 2024
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awards, organisation, healthcare professional, allied professions, livery, collaboration
The Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers brought a successful 2023 to a close with the admission of 9 new Liverymen at its December Court Lunch.
AOP update on new GOC e-service for statutory notices
The GOC intends to introduce email communication for statutory notices with consent.
ABDO launches annual plan for 2024
The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) has launched its new annual plan, which will guide its work over the coming year on behalf of members.
Orbis named winner of 2023 Amazon Web Services IMAGINE grant for non-profits
Orbis will work with Amazon's cloud computing arm to expand access to artificial intelligence-assisted eye screenings in Asia and Africa.
Most UK doctors experiencing moral distress, survey shows
10 January 2024
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healthcare professional, wellbeing, mental health, stress, NHS, waiting lists, infrastructure
Nearly four out of five (78%) family doctors across the United Kingdom are experiencing moral distress while caring for their patients.
Report: Ultrasound Course held at the Royal College of Ophthalmologists in London in November
In November, a full-day course was run at the RCOphth in London to introduce basic training in ophthalmic ultrasound. The faculty on the course were: Mr Hatem Atta, Mr Tarek El Kashab and Dr Peter Good.
Quantum technology first in eye disease detection
8 January 2024
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quantum, AMD, disease prevention, Age-related macular degeneration, CEVR, innovation
Scientists are working on a new device that could lead to a reduction in the number of people who go blind from age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
