Annual Report 2017
The 2017 Annual Report reviews the past year, marking the mid-way point in our Strategic Plan 2015-9, and is available to download via the College website. The annual report highlights important areas of work and projects undertaken by the College and we have continued with the interactive version of the document as used last year. You can
APPG for Eye Health and Visual Impairment Inquiry Launch at Parliament
The College has been working with the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Eye Health and Visual Impairment and their inquiry which identifies solutions to the capacity crisis in England, to ensure that services meet demand. The inquiry report will be launched at a reception in Parliament on 6 June 2018 from 4pm to 6pm
Ophthalmic Safety Alert – Diabetic control and safe cataract surgery
The College has received queries from members to clarify whether there is a specific cut off for glycaemic control, either measured via HbA1C or a blood glucose level on the day, beyond which it is unsafe to proceed with cataract surgery. There is anecdotal evidence of cataract surgery cases being cancelled for surgery if their
Ophthalmic Safety Alert – intracameral cefuroxime
There are a range of cefuroxime preparations currently in use for the prevention of endophthalmitis in intraocular surgery. There are two licensed versions, Aprokam (Thea Pharmaceuticals) and Ximaract (from Bausch & Lomb), both available as a 50mg powder and diluent solution for injection. Also used are unlicensed prefilled syringes, of which some are compliant with
Election of regional representative to RCOphth Council
Following a ballot, Mr Sajjad Mahmood has been duly elected as the new regional representative for the North West region. He will take up his post following the AGM in May and we look forward to welcoming him to Council. Mrs Amy Stone will continue as the North West representative until the AGM and we