The Royal College of Ophthalmologists

23/10/2023

NHS diabetic eye screening intervals have changed for people at lower risk

The NHS Diabetic Eye Screening Programme (DESP) is now screening people with diabetes at lower risk of diabetic retinopathy every two years instead of every year.

Read More : https://protecteu.mimecast.com/s/7_gWC4z9yFEvRRsOS8q6/

19/10/2023

New study on deterioration of sight caused by delay in review or treatment

From November, this study will be added to BOSU Surveillance. We encourage all UK ophthalmologists to report cases through the BOSU email reporting system to make the data set as complete as possible, making the study more impactful.

From November, this study will be added to BOSU Surveillance. We encourage all UK ophthalmologists to report cases through the BOSU email reporting system to make the data set as complete as possible, making the study more impactful. Deterioration of sight caused by delay in review or treatment will...

13/10/2023

SAS Week provides the opportunity for employers to celebrate the specialty and specialist doctor workforce (SAS) and raise its profile as a rewarding career and a much-valued part of the NHS workforce.

https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/sas-week-2023

13/10/2023

Equalities and the Medical Workforce Race Equality Standard (MWRES)

https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/sas-week-2023

12/10/2023

The SAS advocate role and wellbeing are being highlighted in case studies by trusts, showcasing how they are prioritising SAS wellbeing. Make sure you view the SAS advocate infographic, which highlights key roles and responsibilities.

Read Case Study: Supporting SAS doctor wellbeing at UHDB | NHS Employers

Read Case Study :Celebrating SAS doctors at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust | NHS Employers

https://www.nhsemployers.org/case-studies/supporting-sas-doctor-wellbeing-uhdb

Join us for a week-long celebration of specialty and specialist (SAS) doctors from 9-13 October.

12/10/2023

Today is the Examiners Question Writing Workshop at the College, with examiners from all over the UK coming together to proofread, edit and create brand new Viva questions to be used in our Part 2 FRCOphth Oral examinations.

We are always looking for new examiners to join help deliver exams to candidates worldwide. It offers the opportunity to network with colleagues from around the world, increases general ophthalmic knowledge and awards the gain of valuable CPD.

College examiners have an important involvement in helping launch the careers of new ophthalmologists both in the UK and overseas. Full details on how to apply to become an examiner can be found on our website here: https://www.rcophth.ac.uk/examinations/become-an-examiner/

12/10/2023

This week is ! Many doctors choose to become SAS doctors for the greater flexibility and better work life balance the role can offer. The roles of SAS doctors vary and the SAS grade has changed through the years.

https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/sas-week-2023

12/10/2023

Use Your Voice To help Make Eye Health a Priority!
Almost everyone will experience an eye health issue in their lifetime, yet more than a billion people cannot access eye care services.
, want to help bring attention to this pressing global health issue.
PLEASE SHARE Sharing a social media post can sometimes feel like a small action, but it can have a big impact. 🙏

www.iapb.org/world-sight-day ❤️

Love Your Eyes World Sight Day 2022 logo

11/10/2023

ePortfolio Pilot

The Ophthalmic Specialist Training (OST) Project Board is overseeing the ePortfolio Pilot Programme which started on 28 September with a fantastic face-to-face testing event at the College.

10/10/2023

The theme of World Mental Health Day 2023 is “Mental health is a universal human right,” which serves as a reminder to everyone on the planet to raise awareness & encourage action that will protect & advance everyone’s right to mental health.

09/10/2023

Join us for a week-long celebration of specialty and specialist (SAS) doctors from 9-13 October.

https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/sas-week-2023

Join us for a week-long celebration of specialty and specialist (SAS) doctors from 9-13 October.

09/10/2023

Keeler Scholars announced

The Keeler Scholarship 2022 has been jointly awarded to Jared Ching and Arthur Okonkwo.

https://www.rcophth.ac.uk/news-views/keeler-scholars-announced/

The Keeler Scholarship 2022 has been jointly awarded to Jared Ching and Arthur Okonkwo. The biennial award, sponsored by Keeler Limited, is made to College fellows, members or affiliates to enable them to study, research or acquire special skills, knowledge or experience to benefit ophthalmology in ...