Ophthalmic imaging is a core component of modern eye care, supporting diagnosis, treatment planning and long-term monitoring across a wide range of ocular conditions. This guidance outlines current imaging technologies used in hospital eye services, including anterior segment imaging, retinal imaging, OCT, ultrasound and advanced modalities.
It sets out recommended minimum imaging requirements, alongside practical considerations for service delivery such as IT infrastructure, interoperability, data storage, and integration with electronic medical records. The document also addresses key areas including information governance, consent, staffing and the growing role of telemedicine and virtual clinics.