News & Views

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to a successful 2025 Annual Congress – EyeConUK – in Liverpool last week.

The British Ophthalmological Surveillance Unit (BOSU) has launched a new national study investigating the incidence and causes of posterior chamber intraocular lens (PCIOL) exchange or explanation following cataract surgery. Ophthalmology teams are encouraged to take part in the study.

The College has published a new clinical guideline on idiopathic full thickness macular holes, a relatively common and visually disabling condition. The guideline, which was produced by a guideline development group chaired by Professor David Steel, aims to evaluate and summarise the clinical evidence relating to the management of patients with the condition.

This Q&A is part of our Faces of Ophthalmology series, where we share insights and stories from our members.

The College has today launched a new free resource sharing and signposting artificial intelligence as medical device (AIaMD) tools for use in ophthalmology.

The British Ophthalmological Surveillance Unit (BOSU) is set to launch the first UK-wide epidemiological survey on adult gonococcal conjunctivitis at the start of 2025.

Three ophthalmologists, based in Wales, Gloucestershire and London, are to receive a total of £73,000 in research funding from the 2024/25 Zakarian Award, which the College supports in partnership with Fight for Sight. 

Access to cataract training in the independent sector has improved following collaborative work undertaken by The Royal College of Ophthalmologists, with placements available in all regions where independent sector providers (ISPs) operate, other than London North. Despite this progress, more work is needed as trainees in nearly all regions report they need additional training opportunities in ISPs.

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