Members are invited to a Consultant Ophthalmologist\u2013led CPD event at SpaMedica Portsmouth Hospital on Monday 18 May 2026, starting at 6:00pm.<\/p>\n
Mr Dario Inzerillo will deliver a 3\u2011point CPD session covering:<\/p>\n
Alongside the lecture, there will be opportunities to ask questions and discuss direct referrals for YAG and glaucoma. The SpaMedica team will also be offering hospital tours and refreshments throughout the evening.<\/p>\n
This event provides a valuable chance to learn directly from a Consultant Ophthalmologist, explore the hospital environment, and strengthen referral pathways.<\/p>\n
To register, please use the Eventbrite link below:<\/p>\n
SpaMedica Portsmouth CPD Evening Tickets, Monday, May 18\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0 6 PM – 8:30 PM | Eventbrite\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n A quick reminder that the Hampshire LOC Annual General Meeting & Education Evening is fast approaching. We look forward to welcoming colleagues from across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight for an evening of updates, learning, networking, and CPD.<\/p>\n Venue:\u00a0 Solent Hotel & Spa, Rookery Avenue, Whiteley, PO15 7AJ<\/strong><\/p>\n Date & Time:\u00a0 Wednesday 10 June 2026\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Book your place here: https:\/\/forms.cloud.microsoft\/e\/tc7qDevmtA<\/a><\/p>\n Evening Programme<\/strong><\/p>\n 18:30 \u2013 19:15 – Registration, fork buffet & networking<\/p>\n 19:15 \u2013 19:45 – Hampshire LOC Annual General Meeting<\/p>\n 19:45 \u2013 21:00 – (approx.)\u00a0 CPD Discussion Workshop \u2013 3 CPD Points\u00a0 Presented by Scope<\/p>\n CPD Session: Is That a Dry Eye I Spy?<\/strong><\/p>\n 3 CPD points (Optom \/ IP Optom \/ CLO \/ DO)<\/p>\n This interactive workshop explores real\u2011world ocular surface disease cases through a quiz\u2011style format. Participants will analyse signs and symptoms, consider appropriate investigations, and discuss potential management strategies.<\/p>\n Speaker:\u00a0 Alexander Thornton BSc (Hons) MCOptom DipTp(IP) Prof Cert Med Ret Prof Cert Glauc<\/p>\n IP Optometrist & Optometry Professional Affairs Liaison, Scope<\/p>\n Alex brings extensive experience in dry eye and ocular surface disease, running a dedicated dry eye clinic alongside his work in independent practice.<\/p>\n Additional CPD Opportunity \u2013 1 Point\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Attendees can also complete Friday Night Specials, a visual\u2011recognition quiz accessed via QR code, featuring presentations commonly seen in high\u2011street practice.<\/p>\n Scope will also host a resource stand throughout the evening.<\/p>\n Committee Applications<\/strong><\/p>\n Hampshire LOC welcomes applications from colleagues interested in joining the committee.<\/p>\n To apply, please use the enclosed application forms:<\/p>\n Elected Committee Application Paper 2026.docx<\/p>\n Elected DO Committee Application Paper 2026.docx<\/p>\n Applications must be submitted in line with the eligibility criteria, available by emailing manager@hampshireloc.org.uk.<\/p>\n Deadline for applications: 21 May 2026<\/p>\n In February, communication was sent out that NHS England with the support of Hampshire and Isle of Wight (HIOW) ICB announced the rollout of the Electronic Referral Service (eRS) across the Optometry sector in HIOW. Please see our newsletter on our website for further information:<\/p>\nReminder: Hampshire LOC AGM & Education Evening – 10 June 2026<\/h2>\n
Reminder: eRS Sign-Up for Optometry Practices<\/h2>\n