Devon ICB has introduced a 14-week waiting time for all referrals, including cataracts. We encourage practices to stay informed and check the ICB website for full details and guidance. myhealth-devon.nhs.uk/my-ref…
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Diabetes can silently impact your eyes. Many people experience no symptoms in the early stages, making annual diabetic eye screenings crucial.
Optometrists are equipped to detect early signs and guide you through your care.
#DiabeticEyeHealth #Optometry #NationalDiabetesMonth
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Join us at The Devon Hotel on November 11, 2025, at 6:00 PM for an evening focused on eye health awareness. Connect with like-minded individuals passionate about preserving patients' vision.
For more details and booking, visit: [Event Link](lnkd.in/ehrPYWpT).
We’re now on LinkedIn!
Follow our new page to stay updated on local optical news, service developments, and LOCSU initiatives
👇linkedin.com/company/devon-l…
#Optometry #EyeHealth #LOCSU
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Great day at the University of Plymouth, meeting students to share insights on the profession and available support! 👓 👁️
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It was great to see so many of you at our AGM and study day! Thank you for your support and enthusiasm!
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Guide Dogs UK has launched a Low Vision Tech Selector tool! A great resource to help those with vision impairment find the best mainstream & assistive tech for their needs. Check it out: guidedogs.org.uk/getting-sup…
#LowVision #AssistiveTech
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📢 SAVE THE DATE! 📢
Devon LOC Study Day & AGM 👓
🗓️ 22nd May 2025
📍 Buckfast Abbey Conference Centre
A must-attend event for local optical professionals! More details coming soon- stay tuned! #DevonLOC #Optometry #CPD
The deadline for processing claims held within PCSE payments cannot be extended and must be submitted by the end of Jan 2025. See devonloc.co.uk/nhs-south-wes… for more info!
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Congratulations to the Optometry Class of 2024 from the University of Plymouth 🎓👓
Welcome to the field- your journey in shaping clearer futures starts now!
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Changes to the ophthalmic payments systems (both eGOS and PCSE) go live at the end of November.
PCSE are hosting a demo session on Wednesday 13th November, including a Q&A.
Message for more details on this!
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Struggling to find a fellow registrant for your CPD reflective exercise?
Why not sign up to our online pairing session! Find out more and register interest below:
s.surveyplanet.com/945jt4oh
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Optometry Today is looking for optometrists in Devon involved in glaucoma care who would be interested in sharing their experiences.
Drop a message for more details!
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PCSE have launched a handy new website assistant!
Find more details on: pcse.england.nhs.uk/news/oph…
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From Friday 5 July, any PVN notifications and GOS claims rejected due to the use of special characters in the patient details fields will be notified to the contractor.
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Devon LOC are running a @eyeonwopec OSCE day at the @PlymUni Centre for Eyecare Excellence on 8th July 2024 for practitioners within the Plymouth area. Performers will be able to undertake the Glaucoma and/ or MECS OSCE.
Link for more info & to book 👇s.surveyplanet.com/mpwmjtmr