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New eye hospital in North Tyneside marks major milestone for UK’s largest provider of NHS cataract surgery

NHS cataract surgery patients will benefit from high-quality care and significantly reduced waiting times at SpaMedica’s 50th hospital.

Cataract surgery and the carbon footprint: Lessons in sustainability from Aravind Eye Hospitals, India

Climate change is among the most urgent global health threats. In 2016, environmental factors caused 13.7 million deaths worldwide, underscoring the link between planetary and human health [1]. Healthcare itself is not blameless. Globally, the sector accounts for 4.4% of...

Cricket fan Tony credits NHS cataract surgery with improving his mental health as well as his sight

Tony, 65, could see the ball at Trent Bridge match ‘for the first time in years’ and says ‘everything’ in life has improved, after cataract removal at SpaMedica.

New Bolton office space for UK’s largest provider of NHS cataract surgery, as company celebrates 15th year

Bolton North East MP Mark Logan visited SpaMedica’s new building, The View, which accommodates 180 company employees, including 40 recruited in the last year.

‘Class of 2024’ graduate from SpaMedica’s STEPS programme as ophthalmic surgeon celebrates first year teaching trainees to complete over 500 cataract cases

As the latest ‘Class of 2024’ graduate from SpaMedica’s Training and Education Programme for Surgeons (STEPS), a brand-new cohort of surgical trainees will take up positions at SpaMedica hospitals nationwide. Representing the next generation of ophthalmologists, they will benefit from...

ICEH: Cataract: Global Data for 2030

International Centre for Eye Health: Cataract: Global Data for 2030

RCOphth (The Royal College of Ophthalmologists) Cataract Surgery Complications

This course will focus on the practical management of posterior capsule rupture and zonular dialysis. This will be a “hands on” course with the emphasis on practicing anterior vitrectomy techniques, the use of capsular tension rings, capsule hooks and sulcus IOL implantation. There will also be interactive small group teaching on how to prevent surgical complications during phacoemulsification surgery. The course is aimed at ST5-ST7 trainees, Fellows and Consultants.

Optegra Eye Care: Cataract Referral Pathway

Presented by Ms Lana Faraj, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon Audience: Optometrist (OO), Dispensing Opticians (DD)

Optometry Evolution: Ophthalmic Nurse Cataract Assessment Course

6th Moorfields International Corneal & Cataract Symposium

A day dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and shared learning, featuring the latest advances in corneal and cataract care from leading national and international experts. Designed for ophthalmologists and eye care professionals, this meeting offers practical insights and the latest evidence to support excellence in corneal and cataract practice.

Moorfields Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS)

Attend this course for a comprehensive hands-on simulation-based experience - ideal for those seeking to develop or refine their surgical skills in this technique.

XXV STATE OF THE ART REFRACTIVE & CATARACT SURGERY SYMPOSIUM