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Public Services Delivery Scotland - PSD Scotland - Optometry PSD Scotland Optometry exists to up-skill community eyecare teams in Scotland who provide NHS care

Optometry Foundation Training YearThere’s so much happening right now, and we don’t want you to miss a thing! Our newest...
23/03/2026

Optometry Foundation Training Year

There’s so much happening right now, and we don’t want you to miss a thing! Our newest newsletter provides the latest updates on the FTY project and a look at what’s coming next. Click on this link to find out more: https://mailchi.mp/nes/nesoptometryftywinter2025-5756645

SPACES REMAININGThere are still a few spaces remaining on tomorrow nights online peer discussion on Eyecare for Everyone...
18/03/2026

SPACES REMAINING

There are still a few spaces remaining on tomorrow nights online peer discussion on Eyecare for Everyone.

This peer review presents three patient cases to stimulate discussion in the following areas: GOS - who is entitled to what and getting it right, managing patients with dementia for spectacle dispensing, contact lenses and driving and providing care for a patient following a stroke.

🗓️ Thursday 19th March 2026

⌚ 19:00-20:00

Book here: https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/87690

SPACES AVAILABLE NEXT WEEKOnline Discussion Workshop In this session you will engage in discussions about the role of th...
13/03/2026

SPACES AVAILABLE NEXT WEEK

Online Discussion Workshop

In this session you will engage in discussions about the role of the DO in triage and referral, sales advice and delegated functions in optical practice.

The session will explore what training and accreditation may be required to support the DO to answer the question ‘what can I do and what can’t I do?’ and support appropriate decision making and multi-disciplinary team working.

🗓️ Monday 16th March 2026

⌚ 19:00-20:00

Book here: https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/87692

Eyecare for Everyone

Online Peer Discussion

This peer review presents three patient cases to stimulate discussion in the following areas: GOS - who is entitled to what and getting it right, managing patients with dementia for spectacle dispensing, contact lenses and driving and providing care for a patient following a stroke.

🗓️ Thursday 19th March 2026

⌚ 19:00-20:00

Book here: https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/87690

📢Peer Discussion – Anterior Segment Join us for an interactive online peer discussion where we’ll explore three non‑IP...
06/03/2026

📢Peer Discussion – Anterior Segment

Join us for an interactive online peer discussion where we’ll explore three non‑IP anterior eye cases in a supportive, collaborative environment.

🧠 Gain clinical insights
🤝 Connect with peers
📚 Earn 3 general interactive CPD points

📆 Wednesday 25th of March 7-8pm

💻 Book here - https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/89127

📣QI- putting theory into practiceWe’re thrilled to welcome Dr Rishi Ramessur, Consultant Ophthalmologist, for a deep div...
27/02/2026

📣QI- putting theory into practice

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr Rishi Ramessur, Consultant Ophthalmologist, for a deep dive into real world Quality Improvement projects.

This online webinar will explore:
✅ Project design
✅ Interpreting results
✅ How these findings can influence future practice.

🗓️ Wednesday 11 March 2026
🕘 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Book here: https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/88405

Anterior Eye Spotlight OUR FIRST ANTERIOR EYE SPOTLIGHT AT STOBHILL WAS A GREAT SUCCESS ON MONDAY WE ARE PLEASED TO RELE...
26/02/2026

Anterior Eye Spotlight

OUR FIRST ANTERIOR EYE SPOTLIGHT AT STOBHILL WAS A GREAT SUCCESS ON MONDAY

WE ARE PLEASED TO RELEASE AN ADDITIONAL DATE IN AYR

SPACE STILL AVAILABLE IN ABERDEEN

Event Overview

Our spotlight sessions feature three dynamic workshop rotations, each tailored to provide practical, hands-on experience and collaborative discussion for both IP and non-IP optometrists:

Peer Discussion: Engage in lively discussions with fellow practitioners, sharing knowledge and experiences to deepen your understanding of anterior eye conditions (mixed group, so general peer discussion point).

Practical Foreign Body Removal Skills: Gain invaluable hands-on practice in foreign body removal, guided by experienced clinicians to ensure safe and effective technique.

3D Discussion Workshop: Take part in an interactive workshop utilising 3D spatial videos, enhancing your diagnostic and management skills through immersive case-based learning.

📣9 interactive CPD points (6 can be claimed as IP)
💻BOOK HERE: https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/87963
🗓️Monday 23rd February 2026 Glasgow (Stobhill) FULLY BOOKED
🗓️Tuesday 3rd March (Stobhill) FULLY BOOKED
🗓️Monday 9th March 2026 Inverness (UHI House) FULLY BOOKED
🗓️Monday 23rd March Aberdeen (ARI)
🗓️Monday 30th March 2026 Ayr Hospital
⌚17:45-20:45

23/02/2026

NHS NSS Practitioner Services (PSD) is running its annual Satisfaction Survey to understand how well its services are working for practitioners and where improvements would be most valuable.

We encourage our members to take part and share their experiences. Your input shapes future service improvements.

If you use PSD services, please spare a few minutes to respond and feel free to pass the link on to colleagues.

Take the survey here. https://forms.office.com/e/PbVwtgtCi4

The survey closes 28 February 2026.

📣We are pleased to announce that we are now hosting Independent Prescribing Simulation-Based Sessions in 3 locations:📍WO...
18/02/2026

📣We are pleased to announce that we are now hosting Independent Prescribing Simulation-Based Sessions in 3 locations:

📍WOScOTT, Stobhill Hospital – Multiple dates.
📍Falkirk Community Hospital – 25th Feb, 11th March, 25th March. 📍UHI Inverness – 10th March.

Each day is made up of two sessions (am/pm), each session can be used for 3 Specialist or 3 General Interactive CPD points and 1 IP clinical placement. (N.B. These sessions cannot be repeated. To count towards your IP clinical placement, you must have successfully passed your University Independent Prescribing course.)

Our Teach and Treat Clinics, are now available in Falkirk Community Hospital, on a Thursday afternoon (commencing 13.30), offering a unique opportunity for community Optometrists to:

• Manage and treat real patients presenting with acute eye problems
• Work under the close personal supervision of an experienced Ophthalmologist
• Gain hands-on experience while providing first-class care

This is your chance to build confidence, learn advanced techniques, and strengthen your clinical skills and confidence in a supportive environment.

For further information and bookings, please visit Turas: https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/82579

Following three successful face-to-face events in Stirling, Dundee and Aberdeen, we are pleased to announce that we are ...
18/02/2026

Following three successful face-to-face events in Stirling, Dundee and Aberdeen, we are pleased to announce that we are now running a repeat of both the ABDO discussion workshop and peer discussion for anyone who couldn’t attend.

The scope of practice of the Dispensing Optician - Online Discussion Workshop

In this session you will engage in discussions about the role of the DO in triage and referral, sales advice and delegated functions in optical practice. The session will explore what training and accreditation may be required to support the DO to answer the question ‘what can I do and what can’t I do?’, and support appropriate decision making and multi-disciplinary team working.

🗓️Monday 16th March 2026
⌚19:00-20:00
Book here: https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/87692

Eyecare for Everyone - Online Peer Discussion

This peer review presents three patient cases to stimulate discussion in the following areas: GOS - who is entitled to what and getting it right, managing patients with dementia for spectacle dispensing, contact lenses and driving and providing care for a patient following a stroke.

🗓️Thursday 19th March 2026
⌚19:00-20:00
Book here: https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/87690

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