Doncaster and Bassetlaw Diabetic Eye Screening

13/11/2025

💙👁 We're incredibly proud to share that our Failsafe & Engagement Lead, Jemima Beaumont won the "Health Equality Champion" award at this years DBTH Star Awards Ceremony.

Jemima has worked tirelessly to ensure that patients have equal access to the care that they need. She have worked hard to make sure letters and correspondence reach patients in the right language and has arranged for clinics to be held in areas which have low uptake of screening due to language barriers, learning disabilities and travel issues.

The team received commendation for their outstanding work in improving access to care for patients who face language, learning, or travel barriers — ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to protect their sight.

Well done to Jemima and the team at Doncaster & Bassetlaw Diabetic Eye Screening!

13/11/2025

We are so proud to share that our Screener Photographer, Richard Thompson was recognised as DBTH's Patient Champion at this years Star Awards Ceremony.

Unfortunately Richard could not attend on the night, so his colleague and close friend Amanda was extremely proud to accept the award on behalf of Richard.

Richard is always making his patients feel relaxed, welcomed and in safe hands. Many patients specifically ask for him for return appointments as they have such a good experience. Richard is fantastic with adult patients and young patients alike and is described as a gentle soul and a credit to DBTH.

Well done Richard!

10/10/2025

👁Learning Disability Eye Screening Morning! 🩵

We’re delighted to be hosting our first ever Learning Disability Eye Screening Morning — a specially designed session to make diabetic eye screening easier, calmer, and more comfortable for people with learning disabilities.

🗓️ When: Friday 21st November 08:00am - 12:30pm
📍 Where: Doncaster Royal Infirmary

During the appointment, our friendly team will:
✅ Explain every step clearly and simply
✅ Allow extra time and breaks
✅ Use Easy Read materials and pictures
✅ Provide a calm, quiet environment
✅ Welcome family members and support workers

This is part of our commitment to making Diabetic Eye Screening accessible to everyone.

👉 If you or a relative is due for screening and would benefit from attending this clinic, call us to discuss on:
📞 01302 642596
📧 dbh-tr.DDESP@nhs.net

30/09/2025

We’re delighted to share that our Diabetic Eye Screening team has been invited to showcase a special exhibition at this year’s Annual Members Meeting.

This event offers patients, the public, colleagues, and stakeholders the chance to learn more about the Trust’s work, performance, and priorities. It will also feature the formal presentation of DBTH’s 2024/25 Annual Report and Accounts, followed by an open discussion on our achievements, challenges, and plans for the future.

Our Failsafe & Engagement Lead, Jemima Beaumont will be on hand to talk about the recent national changes to screening, what they mean for our service and patients, and to highlight the work we’ve done over the past year to address health inequalities.

We’ll also be demonstrating our new Canon Xephilio OCT-R1 machine, which has recently been introduced into screening.

The meeting will take place today at 5.00pm in the Education Centre at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.

24/09/2025

👀 Don’t let diabetes steal your sight!

Did you know…?

👉 Working-age men are the most likely to miss their diabetic eye screening appointment.
👉 But diabetic eye disease is the leading cause of preventable sight loss in people of working age.
👉 Most sight loss from diabetes can be prevented if changes are spotted early.

Your screening only takes about 30 minutes – but it could save your sight for years to come.

Whether it’s work, family, or life getting in the way, please don’t put this off. Book your appointment, protect your vision, and keep doing the things you love.

Call us on 01302 642596/642597 if you think you have missed an appointment or are overdue for screening. Or email us at dbh-tr.DDESP@nhs.net.

05/09/2025

We’re incredibly proud to share that our Failsafe & Engagement Lead, Jemima Beaumont alongside the team in Diabetic Eye Screening has been shortlisted for a "Health Inequality Champion" award at this year’s DBTH Star Awards! 🏆✨

This recognition celebrates the steps we’ve taken to make screening more accessible, inclusive, and equitable for everyone in our community. From targeted outreach to tailored support, our mission has always been to ensure no one is left behind when it comes to protecting their sight. 👁️💙

The winners will be announced at a special ceremony on Wednesday 6 November at the Doncaster Dome – but for now, we’re just honoured to be recognised among such inspiring people and projects across the Trust.

Thank you to everyone who has supported and partnered with us – this is a win for the whole community.

https://www.doncasterecho.co.uk/local-project-boosts-diabetic-eye-screening-and-tackles-health-inequalities/

https://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/health/community-screening-clinic-helps-protect-sight-in-bentley-5173930

A pop-up diabetic eye screening clinic held at Bentley Pavilion has helped 36 local residents take an important step in protecting their vision, with 72 eyes successfully screened for diabetic retinopathy.

22/08/2025

We are so pleased to announce that from the 15th of September, Doncaster & Bassetlaw Diabetic Eye Screening will be introducing OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) to all patients who are currently in the digital surveillance screening pathway.

👀OCT is a quick, painless procedure that gives us a more detailed view of the back of your eye.

✔️OCT provides more accurate results so that fewer patients will need to be unnecessarily referred to hospital eye services.

🔬OCT will be available at all screening locations, meaning patients won’t need to travel any further to have access to this amazing technology.

All patients who will require this type of monitoring will receive an appointment letter in due course, if you have any questions please call us on 01302 642596/642597 or email as us at - dbh.tr.DDESP@nhs.net

*Please note this excludes pregnant patients who are in the pathway but have normal results*

20/08/2025

Today our joint programme manager Ingrid, celebrates her 60th birthday! 🎈

We would like to wish her a fabulous birthday from all her friends and colleagues at Doncaster & Bassetlaw DESP! 🎂

31/07/2025

🚨 851 Missed Appointments This Month 🚨

This month alone, 851 people did not attend their diabetic eye screening appointments across Doncaster and Bassetlaw.

Each missed appointment is not just a lost opportunity to protect someone’s vision — it also places extra strain on NHS services and resources.

👁️ Diabetic eye screening is a vital part of diabetes care, helping to detect early signs of diabetic retinopathy before you notice any symptoms. Early detection can prevent vision loss and even blindness.

📅 If you’ve received an appointment and can't make it, please contact us to reschedule if you can't make it.

✅ Attending your screening helps:

- Protect your eyesight

- Ensure timely treatment if needed

- Keep NHS resources available for others

- Let’s work together to reduce the number of missed appointments and protect the health of our community.

Call us on 01302 642596 or email dbh-tr.ddesp@nhs.net