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Invitation for Coventry and Warwickshire AGM 2021

19 April 2021

An invitation for all Optometrists, Dispensing Opticians, Contact Lens Opticians, Pre-Reg Optometrists, and Pre-Reg Dispensing Opticians within Coventry and Warwickshire region.

The AGM is being held on Thursday 13th of May 2021 virtually via Zoom and begins at 6:30pm.

PEER REVIEW CET POINTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR OO/IP

Please confirm attendance by emailing dilesh@eyesiteopt.co.uk with your email address used for Zoom, your GOC number and whether you are IP accredited.

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!

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