Welcome to Avon LOC website
Avon Local Optical Committee is the official statutory body representing Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians within the area. The LOC works closely with local Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCG’s) to create community eye care services which provide accessibility for patients, supports the NHS, and promotes the skill set of eyecare professionals within the Avon area.
This website has been developed to be a source of up to date advice for local eye care professionals, and to allow easy access to useful documents, information, and guidelines. We will also share upcoming news and events regularly that is specifically related to optics in the Avon area.
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Practice and practitioner feedback survey Please could we ask all practices to fill out the below feedback survey, whether or not you are currently providing the service. This feedback is really important as we move into the next phase of long-term commissioning for this service, so please do take a few minutes to complete. https://forms.office.com/e/NNwcFqFZHb
20 March 2025
SpaMedica Swindon are hosting an in-person CPD event on Tuesday 13th May 2025, titled ‘Understanding the management of complications after Cataract surgery’ There will be 3 CPD points available. To register for this free event please use the following link: SpaMedica Swindon CPD Event Tickets, Tue, May 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite
17 March 2025
The Clinical Research Unit at Bristol Eye Hospital is currently seeking patients with extrafoveal geographic atrophy and good visual acuity (better than 6/24) to participate in a ground-breaking clinical trial that could transform treatment options for geographic atrophy. This represents a unique opportunity for eligible patients to access pioneering research. With patient consent, please email …
Continue reading “BEH Clinical Trials Seeking Patients With Extrafoveal Geographic Atrophy”
17 March 2025
GOS contractors will have been expecting an announcement about GOS fees and grants in 2025/26 with the start of new financial year only 13 days away.
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