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Bayer opens applications for Ophthalmology Honours
Following the success of 2015’s inaugural Ophthalmology Honours, applications for 2016’s round is now open. For the second year, Bayer is proud to present the Ophthalmology Honours awards programme which is now open for entry. These awards recognise and celebrate, on an annual basis, the outstanding work being carried out by multi-disciplinary teams in ophthalmology
AoMRC urge talks between Government and Junior Doctors
The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges has today called for a five day suspension of both imposition of the new Junior Doctors’ contract and the threat of industrial action to allow for talks to resume between both parties. The statement reads as follows: AOMRC statement ‘Talk Now. No ifs. No buts. No maybes’. With the dispute between
Lord Prior responds to eye-service question posed by Lord Hunt of Kings Heath
On Monday 18 April, Lord Hunt of Kings Heath asked of the Department of health “What assessment they have made of the comments by the President of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists that hundreds of patients are going blind because hospitals cannot meet the demand for appointments”. The question was followed by an article authored by
Applications open for Clinical Reference Group Chairs and Members
Applications for Clinical Reference Group (CRG) Clinical Chairs and Members for NHS England opened Thursday 21 April, and will close midnight Sunday 15 May. CRGs provide an opportunity for clinical leaders working in specialised services to drive forward vital transformational change in the NHS, working across organisational boundaries. College members in England are encouraged to apply for these important
RNIB launch new initiative during RCOphth Congress aiming to empower patients
RNIB have issued a statement about a new initiative the College and other organisations have collaborated with them on, empowering patients and helping them understand the importance of timely follow-up appointments. Join RNIB for a ten minute consultation at RCOphth Congress to find out how you can secure the best care for your patients. We will