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Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 14 March 2025

14 March 2025

Hampshire LOC Cataract Single Point of Access Questionnaire – April 2025

Following the Hampshire wide introduction of the Cataract Single Point of Access (SPOA), also known as ‘Dora’ we would like to advise contractors and clinicians, that Hampshire LOC will be sending out a questionnaire at the end of April to gather feedback on how the SPOA is working for both clinical teams and patients.

It will therefore be useful for you to keep a note of the number of cataract patients referred via the SPOA and any feedback you get from patients etc. regarding use of the service in preparation for the LOC questionnaire being sent out.

Your assistance with this will be greatly appreciated.

SpaMedica IOW CPD Event 10 April 2025

SpaMedica are holding a CPD event on the IOW on Thursday 10 April 2025.

More details and registration can be found – here

ACES CPD Events March – May 2025

Please see attached list of ACES forthcoming complimentary educational online CPD events for March through to May 2025 being offered by Dr Lee O’Mara – here

 

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Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 07 November 2025

Practice Plus Group – Online CPD Lecture: Review of Common Macular Diseases  Free educational session for optometrists Join them online on Tuesday 18 November, from 18:30 to 19:45 GMT, for a free CPD-accredited lecture led by Consultant Ophthalmologist Mr. Kalman Hodosi. This session offers a practical review of the most common macular diseases encountered in everyday clinical practice, …

7 November 2025

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 31st October 2025

SpaMedica Portsmouth CPD Evening – Funny Looking Eyelids  SpaMedica Portsmouth invites local practitioners to an engaging CPD evening session exploring eyelid conditions, their causes, and management in practice. Event details: Date & Time: See Eventbrite for full details Location: SpaMedica Portsmouth Hospital Speaker: Charlotte Jones, Hospital Optometrist CPD Points: 3 (GOC‑accredited) Extras: Light refreshments provided …

4 November 2025

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 24 October 2025

Making every Conversation Count (MECC) – Training for Optometry Teams Working in optometry, you have daily, trusted interactions with patients. Every conversation is an opportunity—not just to support their vision, but to encourage healthier lives overall.   That’s where Make Every Conversation Count (MECC) comes in. This short, practical training gives you simple communication tools to help …

28 October 2025

Latest Newsletter from Hampshire LOC – 10 October 2025

World Mental Health Day – 10th October 2025  Mental wellness in the workplace is more than a buzzword – it’s a foundation for thriving teams and compassionate care. This World Health Mental Day, Hampshire LOC encourages all members to take a moment to reflect on their own wellbeing and support those around them. Here are …

10 October 2025

Latest Newsletter from Hampshire LOC – 19th September 2025

REMINDER: OpenSight to Recruit new Trustee with ophthalmic experience OpenSight have a new opportunity to join their team as a Trustee. OpenSight enable visually impaired people to live independently, stay connected and fully participate in their communities with confidence. If you would like further information about the role, please use the following link: Advert for …

22 September 2025

Latest Newsletter Hampshire LOC 16th September 2025 – Single Point of Access

Please use the link below to access our latest newsletter containing important information about Single Point of Access for Cataracts: Latest Newsletter Hampshire LOC 160925

16 September 2025

Latest Newsletter from Hampshire LOC – 12 September 2025

Dear Colleagues, Please use the following link to access the latest information! Latest Newsletter 12 September 2025 Kind regards, Hampshire LOC

12 September 2025

Clinical Assessment Service (CAS) Alert – Zaditen Recall

A Clinical Assessment Service (CAS) alert has been issued impacting Zaditen eye drops. Please share this alert with clinicians within your practice. CAS Alert Zaditen

28 August 2025

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 25th July 2025

PES Practice & Practitioner Documentation Review PES Operations & Governance Team have been reviewing practice documentation. Please upload any outstanding documentation as a matter of priority. These include the following list: Practice Documents Required: DSPT (Data Security and Protection Toolkit) GOS Contract NHS Contact Checklist Annual Declaration Practitioner Documents Required: DBS Certificate Safeguarding level 2 …

28 July 2025

Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 18 July 2025

Hampshire LOC AGM 2025 – Minutes & Reports On 11th June, Hampshire LOC held its Annual General Meeting at Winchester Hotel & Spa. Our sincere thanks to Consultant Ophthalmologist Mr Nish Srikantha (QA, Portsmouth) for delivering an insightful CPD session titled “There is more to AMD than Wet & Dry.” The evening was well attended, …

20 July 2025

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Registration Deadline Extended for Membership Development Day

The deadline to register for our upcoming Membership Development Day has been extended by a week, and will now close on Wednesday 12th November.

5 November 2025