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Invitation to attend Dorset LOC Free Online Peer Review 23 Oct 24

Dorset LOC are hosting a free provider led online peer review CPD event on Wednesday 23rd October at 18:30 – 20:00 for Dispensing Opticians and Optometrists where 3 points will be available. Case topics include red eye, glaucoma and low vision If you would like to attend please sign up via the link below https://forms.office.com/e/vqBWb8gXND

9 October 2024

Notification of Annual General Meeting & Lecture presented by Consultant Ophthalmologist Andy Turnbull

03 April 2024 Notification of Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Dorset LOC will be held on Wednesday 15th May 2024 at 6.30 pm at The RNLI College, West Quay Road, Poole, BH15 1HZ. Registration and a light buffet will be served from 6.30 pm and following the AGM, Andy Turnbull …

3 April 2024

New general ophthalmic services fees for 2024/25

New general ophthalmic services fees for 2024/25 From 1 April 2024, there is new guidance setting out fees for general ophthalmic services, including: ​NHS sight test fee and NHS domiciliary fees NHS optical voucher values Continuing education and training payment for 2023, payable in 2024 Grant payable to supervisors of pre-registration trainees You can read the guidance here in full. The …

3 April 2024

SpaMedica Cataract Post-Operative Accreditation Webinar – 2 CPD points

On 3rd April 2024, Spamedica are hosting a Cataract Post-Operative Accreditation webinar from 630-830pm. For more information please use the following link: Cataract Post-Operative Accreditation Webinar _ SpaMedica To register please use the following link: Book Now  

22 March 2024

Optegra – ‘Basic Interpretation of Visual Fields’ CPD Event

On 27 March 2024, Optegra are presenting a 3 point CPD event  The Bear of Burton, Christchurch 630-830pm. The event will be presented by Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, Mr Javier Bardavio. For Further information can be found in the below flyer along with the link to book. CPD invite  Book Now

9 February 2024

SpaMedica CPD Event – ‘Funny Looking Eyelids’

On 12 March 2024, SpaMedica Poole are presenting a 3 point CPD event for Optometrists and DOs featuring Mariana Carvalho and Charlotte Jones. For more information and to book, please use the following link: SpaMedica – ‘Funny Looking Eyelids’

9 February 2024

CHEC Fixed Site Festive Opening Hours

Please use the following link to access CHEC fixed site festive opening hours:  Festive opening hours Dorset  

11 December 2023

SpaMedica – OCT Interpretation 3 PT CPD Event – 16 November 2023

On 16th November 2023, SpaMedica will be holding a 3 point OCT CPD event at Southampton and Poole. The opportunity is available to Optoms and DOs. There are limited spaces, so if you would like to book a place, please use the link that follows, as soon as possible. OCT Interpretation CPD Event -SpaMedica To …

27 October 2023

LOCSU Latest News

New Support Pathway for Children With Sight Loss Launches To Address Vital Need for Consistency of Care

A new eye care support pathway has been launched this week by partners from across the sight loss sector.

16 July 2025

10 Year Health Plan for England Launched

Outlining the plan to create a new model of care which is fit for the future, the 10 Year Health Plan considers the importance of bringing care into local communities and creating a neighbourhood health service.

4 July 2025

Appointment of the New CVD Case Finding Team at LOCSU

We are delighted to announce the appointment of the new CVD Case Finding Team at LOCSU.

2 July 2025

Glaucoma Awareness Week Runs From 30 June – 6 July 2026

Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible sight loss worldwide.

2 July 2025

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