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Currently, there is no standardisation across ophthalmic imaging technologies with the consequence that there is no easy way to exchange digital images between systems. Standardisation of digital imaging across eye care services would ensure that there is interoperability and a seamless interface that allows effective image sharing. The Royal College of Ophthalmologists and The College […]

A new report ‘Children and young people with vision impairment: The case for transforming support and services in England’ has been published by Guide Dogs’ Creating the Future Commission, 2021.

Curriculum 2024 may be different to what you have been used to and we want to ensure that everyone involved in training understands how it works. Heads of School and Training Programme Directors represent all regions and are members of the College Training Committee. They have been involved in implementing Curriculum 2024 and are a […]

We have provided evidence to the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges (AoMRC), which is responding to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry on behalf of all members. RCOphth Policy Advisor David Murray summarises the key points from our response, which recommends four actions to ensure UK ophthalmology services are resilient and able to deliver sufficient patient care and training opportunities during and after the acute stage of a future pandemic.

The Dual Sponsorship scheme provides an opportunity for international medical graduates to undertake targeted training in ophthalmology for a limited period of time. The RCOphth acts as a sponsoring body for these doctors to gain registration with the GMC.