Supporting Patients Who Wish to Raise Concerns<\/p>\n
The Hampshire LOC and LOCSU have developed a template letter for practices to provide to patients who previously accessed CUES<\/strong> and wish to express dissatisfaction regarding recent service changes.<\/p>\n The letter encourages patients to direct their concerns and feedback appropriately to the ICB.<\/p>\n Practices can access the template via the Hampshire LOC Website: Here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Providing patients with a standardised template helps ensure concerns are communicated clearly and consistently through the appropriate channels.<\/p>\n 3 Interactive CPD Points Available<\/p>\n Primary Eyecare Services will be hosting a virtual Cataract Services Discussion Workshop on:<\/p>\n – Monday 2 November 2026 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.<\/p>\n Topics Covered<\/p>\n Using four real-world case studies, the workshop will explore:<\/p>\n Please note that this workshop repeats sessions previously delivered at the Primary Eyecare Services & Heart of West Midlands Workforce Development Conference and Aston University.<\/p>\n Before You Attend<\/p>\n Participants are encouraged to:<\/p>\n Places must be booked in advance.<\/p>\n Register: \u00a0Here<\/a><\/p>\n 1 Interactive CPD Point | GOC Reference: C-116980 | Clinical Practice Domain<\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n 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:<\/p>\n The session consists of a 5<\/strong>0-minute lecture followed by 10 minutes of discussion, with attendees encouraged to bring patient scenarios for consideration.<\/p>\n Upcoming dates:<\/strong><\/p>\n Delivered live online via Google Meet.<\/p>\n How to Register<\/p>\n To reserve your place, please email your full name, GOC number and practice name to <\/strong>info@thelensaudit.com<\/strong><\/a>. Places are limited to 100 attendees per session and joining details will be provided following registration.<\/p>\n For further information, contact info@thelensaudit.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Hampshire LOC members are invited to attend Sapphire Eye Care’s Annual CPD Event, taking place at Chewton Glen on Monday 23 November 2026.<\/p>\n Now in its seventh year, this popular event offers attendees the opportunity to gain 3 CPD Points<\/strong> whilst hearing from leading clinicians on a range of topical subjects.<\/p>\n The evening includes a gourmet buffet from 6:00pm, followed by presentations from 6:30pm by:<\/p>\n Additional insights will be provided by Baba Awopetu, alongside product updates from Rayner.<\/p>\n The event is open to Optometrists, Dispensing Opticians, Practice Owners, Practice Managers and Pre-Registration Students.<\/p>\nREMINDER: Cataract Services Discussion Workshop – 2 November 2026<\/h2>\n
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REMINDER: CPD Opportunity: A Practical Classification of IOLs & EDOF Technology<\/h2>\n
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REMINDER: Sapphire Eye Care Annual CPD Event – 23 November 2026<\/h2>\n
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