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News & Views
Read the latest RCOphth news updates and guidance here.
European Society of Ophthalmology calls for UK nominations to European Leadership Development Programme 2019-2021
The European Society of Ophthalmology, (SOE) invites UK Ophthalmologists and Residents to submit their interest to join the European Leadership Development Programme, (EuLDP), Class of 2019 – 2021.
NICE publishes serious eye disorders quality standard
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists supports the quality standard but believes the implementation will be challenging for the overwhelmed hospital eye service.
Minimising possible adverse effects of Brexit
With the current situation around Brexit remaining consistently unclear, The Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) has recently signposted external guidance from the Department of Health and The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges (AoMRC).
Joint venture between the Association of British Dispensing Opticians and The Royal College of Ophthalmologists for RCOphth professional examinations
In a joint venture, The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) and The Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) are collaborating to host and deliver the RCOphth Refraction Certificate examination.
New RCOphth Workforce Census illustrates the severe shortage of eye doctors in the UK
A new 2018 census by The Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) identifies gaps in recruitment of ophthalmologists and workforce planning amid a predicted 40% increase in demand over the next 20 years.
Academy of Medical Royal Colleges publishes report looking at the predicted impact of Artificial Intelligence
As Matt Hancock continues to promote his digital vision for the NHS as Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges (AoMRC) has published its Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare report looking at the likely impact of AI on the UK healthcare system.
Information from the Department of Health & Social Care and the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges on the risks of a no-deal Brexit
The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges (AoMRC) have published their response to the government consultation on the ‘Development of a Serious Shortage Protocol’ for drug supplies in the possible event of a no-deal Brexit.
Health Education England launches new ‘Genomics in Ophthalmology’ film
The Genomics Education Programme (GEP), run by Health Education England, has launched a new resource for ophthalmologists and others involved in the delivery of ophthalmology services.
The Advisory Committee on Clinical Excellence Awards (ACCEA) opens their 2019 round
The 2018 Clinical Excellence Awards Round results were announced in early January 2019. The Advisory Committee on Clinical Excellence Awards (ACCEA) have now announced that the 2019 round will open on Thursday 07 February 2019 and will close at 1700 hours on Thursday 04 April 2019.