Latest News From Hampshire LOC – 23 October 2026

23 October 2026

Patient Complaints Template Available Following CUES Decommissioning

Supporting Patients Who Wish to Raise Concerns

The Hampshire LOC and LOCSU have developed a template letter for practices to provide to patients who previously accessed CUES and wish to express dissatisfaction regarding recent service changes.

The letter encourages patients to direct their concerns and feedback appropriately to the ICB.

Practices can access the template via the Hampshire LOC Website: Here

Providing patients with a standardised template helps ensure concerns are communicated clearly and consistently through the appropriate channels.

REMINDER: Cataract Services Discussion Workshop – 2 November 2026

3 Interactive CPD Points Available

Primary Eyecare Services will be hosting a virtual Cataract Services Discussion Workshop on:

– Monday 2 November 2026
– 7.00pm – 8.15pm
– Zoom

The session is aimed at practitioners delivering enhanced cataract referral and post-operative cataract services and provides 3 interactive CPD points for Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians.

Topics Covered

Using four real-world case studies, the workshop will explore:

• GIRFT-recommended   cataract referral filtering pathways.
• Post-operative   cataract assessment protocols.
• The   principles of patient choice.

Please note that this workshop repeats sessions previously delivered at the Primary Eyecare Services & Heart of West Midlands Workforce Development Conference and Aston University.

Before You Attend

Participants are encouraged to:

• Join   using a single device and login.
• Use   a laptop or desktop where possible.
• Test   their camera and microphone in advance, as both will be required for breakout room discussions.

Places must be booked in advance.

Register:  Here

REMINDER: CPD Opportunity: A Practical Classification of IOLs & EDOF Technology

1 Interactive CPD Point | GOC Reference: C-116980 | Clinical Practice Domain

You are invited to attend an online CPD session delivered by Miss Guzaliya Safiullina, Consultant Ophthalmologist and Vitreoretinal Surgeon, exploring the practical classification of intraocular lenses (IOLs) and Extended Depth of Focus (EDOF) technology.

This interactive session is designed for optometrists and specialty optometrists (AS/SP/IP) and will provide a brand-agnostic framework to help practitioners confidently discuss lens options with patients. Topics covered include:

• Classification of monofocal, enhanced monofocal, EDOF and multifocal IOLs
• Night glare and halo risk across different lens types
• Real-world working distances and near-add considerations
• The impact of pupil size, spherical aberration and refractive targets
• An overview of major IOL manufacturers and technologies
• Understanding the difference between genuine product recalls and class effects

The session consists of a 50-minute lecture followed by 10 minutes of discussion, with attendees encouraged to bring patient scenarios for consideration.

Upcoming dates:

• Wednesday 7 October 2026, 7.00pm to 8.00pm
• Wednesday 4 November 2026, 7.00pm to 8.00pm
• Wednesday 2 December 2026, 7.00pm to 8.00pm

Delivered live online via Google Meet.

How to Register

To reserve your place, please email your full name, GOC number and practice name to info@thelensaudit.com. Places are limited to 100 attendees per session and joining details will be provided following registration.

For further information, contact info@thelensaudit.com

REMINDER: Sapphire Eye Care Annual CPD Event – 23 November 2026

Hampshire LOC members are invited to attend Sapphire Eye Care’s Annual CPD Event, taking place at Chewton Glen on Monday 23 November 2026.

Now in its seventh year, this popular event offers attendees the opportunity to gain 3 CPD Points whilst hearing from leading clinicians on a range of topical subjects.

The evening includes a gourmet buffet from 6:00pm, followed by presentations from 6:30pm by:

• Prof Andy Luff: Risk Factors for Retinal Detachment and the Effect of Phacoemulsification
• Miss Bhavna Sharma: Beyond the Drops: A Holistic Approach to Dry Eye
• Mr Nish Srikantha: The Tube, the Trab and the Ugly

Additional insights will be provided by Baba Awopetu, alongside product updates from Rayner.

The event is open to Optometrists, Dispensing Opticians, Practice Owners, Practice Managers and Pre-Registration Students.

To reserve your place, please email events@sapphire-eyecare.co.uk with your name, GOC number and practice name.