IP Bursary, CHEC Stevenage, LOCSU And FODO News

4 April 2023

We have 4 items for you today:

1. 1. 1. 1. IP Bursary from Scope Eyecare
            Scope Eyecare advise:
            “I am delighted to let you know that we have now launched the 2023 Scope Eyecare IP Bursary Award.

            Applications are welcomed from all UK Optometrists who have not yet started an IP course. Education is very important to us at Scope, and we are incredibly proud to continue supporting Optometrists to become IP qualified.

            As you have previously attended one of our educational events, we thought you may be interested, or know someone who might like to apply for the Award.

            You can find more details via this link https://scopeeyecare.com/medical/scope-ip-bursary-scheme/ .”

         2. CHEC Stevenage CPD Open Evening
            CHEC are hosting a hosting a CPD open evening event at their new Stevenage Treatment Centre on Thursday 27th April, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Further details can be found on their flyer HERE. For convenience, the registration QR code on the flyer takes you to the webpage HERE.
         3. LOCSU News
            Can be found HERE, including Optical Lead and Board departures, Case Study: Vision Care for Homeless People – Gloucester Clinic and OFNC Statement: NHSBSA Post Payment Verification Guidance
         4. FODO news
            Is HERE, including Ophthalmology workforce under pressure, The Royal College Eye to Eye podcast and Health policy updates. Their update from 24th March is HERE including the new VOUCHERS AT A GLANCE, Eye care delays continue to cause avoidable sight loss and GOC responds to call for evidence.

       

      Kind regards

      Herts LOC