The scope of the service includes:
— Provision of high-quality, accessible, community-based services which deliver excellent outcomes, meeting the needs of patients in-line with best practice;
— Assessment, investigation and treatment (including minor procedures) of patients with eye conditions, in the community;
— Clinical services under clear and accountable governance arrangements with senior clinical leadership from a consultant ophthalmologist;
— Acceptance of referrals from GPs, optometrists and hospital eye services;
— Provision of administrative and clinical triage for all referrals for outpatient ophthalmology, supporting patients to access the right care 1
— Delivery of education and up-skilling for primary care professionals and provision of pathway management.
Provision of Community Ophthalmology Services on behalf of NHS Central London CCG.
Provision of Community Ophthalmology Services on behalf of NHS Central London CCG.