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Following the publication of post-consultation changes to the NHS Payment Scheme, College President Professor Ben Burton has expressed disappointment that NHS England has scrapped plans to introduce a payment limit for elective providers, with no clear explanation for their decision or future plans.
The British Ophthalmological Surveillance Unit (BOSU) has launched a new national study investigating the incidence and causes of posterior chamber intraocular lens (PCIOL) exchange or explanation following cataract surgery. Ophthalmology teams are encouraged to take part in the study.
Read our latest policy roundup, a series of advocacy updates on our most recent policy and public affairs activities and successes.
We have made some important changes to the requirements for applicants who wish to apply to join the specialist register via the Portfolio pathway route.
Read our response to this week's announcement from the government
The College is calling on all providers of NHS-funded age-related macular degeneration (AMD) treatment to ensure all their patients start being treated within 14 days of referral to give them the best possible outcome.
This International Women's Day Q&A is part of our Faces of Ophthalmology series, where we share insights and stories from our members.
Read our latest policy roundup, a series of advocacy updates on our most recent policy and public affairs activities and successes.
The College has published its response to the finding of the recent National Confidential Enquiry into Patient Outcome and Death (NCEPOD) enquiry into juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) care. We fully support the report’s eight recommendations, and note a role for UK Ophthalmologists in supporting their delivery.
The College has published a new clinical guideline on idiopathic full thickness macular holes, a relatively common and visually disabling condition. The guideline, which was produced by a guideline development group chaired by Professor David Steel, aims to evaluate and summarise the clinical evidence relating to the management of patients with the condition.
