Ophthalmologists in Training (OTG) Annual Symposium
On Friday 24 November 2017 the Ophthalmologists in Training Group (OTG) will be hosting their eighth Annual Symposium at The Royal College of Ophthalmologists, 18 Stephenson Way. London NW1 2HD. The Annual Symposium is a relaxed, informal day meeting, with highly-regarded speakers giving talks on real-world aspects of ophthalmology to help day-to-day practice. Topics covered
National Ophthalmology Database (NOD) Audit extended to 31 August 2019
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) is pleased to announce that we have been awarded a contract extension to continue to manage the National Ophthalmology Database (NOD) Audit Programme until 31 August 2019. The RCOphth will continue to deliver this vital initiative, commissioned by the Healthcare Quality Improvement Partnership as part of the National Clinical
Become a tribunal medical member and contribute your skills in a new way
Applications for medically-qualified members of the First-tier Tribunal will open on 3 August 2017. This is an exciting opportunity for medical professionals to use their skills and knowledge to make important decisions that will make a real difference to people’s lives. The Social Entitlement Chamber in the First-tier Tribunal is looking for approximately 200 new
Have your say! RCOphth membership survey closes 19 July 2017
College members should have received an email from the President, Mike Burdon inviting you to take part in the RCOphth Membership Survey 2017 – so please check your inbox and have your say about your membership and the work of the RCOphth. Your feedback helps us to focus the priorities for the College for 2018-2020. The survey
DVLA will accept additional medical evidence in the assessment of patients
The RCOphth has responded to patients’ comments about difficulties experienced during their tests by Specsavers and how this has impacted on DVLA judgements in terms of their ability to drive. President Mike Burdon and Melanie Hingorani Chair, Professional Standards wrote to the DVLA asking that they confirm additional medical information from consultants about patients under