College members can access a range of benefits as well as different membership categories that reflect your geographical location and individual circumstances. Membership fees are a tax-deductible expense for UK tax payers. You can find more information about this here. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. Subscription fees 2026 […]
The RCOphth Review Service is a dedicated resource to support organisations and clinical teams to make improvements to the services they deliver and resolve concerns regarding quality, efficiency and patient care in ophthalmology services. The primary aim of our service is supportive to help departments identify key challenges for delivery, benchmark the service against other […]
Revalidation is a process where all licensed doctors demonstrate to the GMC they are up-to-date and fit to practise. It is important doctors keep their portfolios updated to demonstrate how they meet GMC requirements.
The RCOphth receives safety alerts from healthcare organisations, regulatory bodies and industry. We provide recommendations and advice in response to the alerts.
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists works with the UK Ophthalmic Pharmacy Group to update our members on drug shortages. This is not intended as a guide to patients, who should always speak to their consultant, pharmacist or other medical professional about finding alternative medication. The College is unable to offer advice to patients on where to source specific drugs or possible alternatives.
John Buchan, ophthalmology consultant appointed as Clinical Lead for the National Cataract Audit Database.
