Statements
RCOphth continue to express concern regarding junior doctors contract
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists remains concerned about the continuing dispute between the BMA and the Department of Health regarding the junior doctors contract. We continue to urge all sides to come together for further constructive negotiation without pre-conditions on either side. Independent arbitration may help to break the gridlock and this would be welcome. In
Response to NICE Guidelines Diabetes (type 1 and type 2) in children and young people 2015
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists welcomes the update Guidelines from NICE on Diabetes (type 1 and type 2) in children and young people 2015 The College is pleased that the updated Guidelines recognise that although background retinopathy (BDR) is not part of the screening target, this condition is diagnosed during the screening, and the results
Adult and Paediatric Anti-TNF policies for Severe Refractory Uveitis not approved for NHS England specialised commissioning
The Royal College of Ophthalmology (RCOphth) and the Clinical Reference Group for specialised ophthalmology services (CRG) regret having to report that the Adult and Paediatric Anti -TNF policies for Severe Refractory Uveitis have not been approved for specialised commissioning. Following this announcement we have met with NHS England to stress how detrimental this decision will
Response to NICE announcing their positive draft final guidance for EYLEA® for the treatment of visual impairment due to diabetic macular oedema (DMO)
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists welcomes the draft Final Appraisal Determination (FAD) from NICE recommending EYLEA (aflibercept) as a treatment option for patients with visual impairment due to diabetic macular oedema (DMO) and a central retinal thickness of >400 micrometers. We hope that this decision will become final and that clinical commissioning groups will support
Sharing patient information between healthcare professionals – a joint statement from The Royal College of Ophthalmologists and College of Optometrists
People using health and social care services are entitled to expect that their personal information will remain confidential. However, people also expect professionals to share information with other members of the care team. Good sharing of information[1], when sharing is appropriate, is as important as maintaining confidentiality. Optometrists, as regulated professionals, are part of the