Health services

The eye hospital has named the new medical director of its Dubai arm

LOCSU and the Optical Confederation have criticised Capita’s continuity planning after widespread payment delays were attributed to “adverse weather”

Capita confirms that staff contacted 900 practitioners at the end of January to request further information

The AOP has received more than 30 calls from practitioners who say they have not received payment for outstanding claims

Moorfields has issued a call for pre-reg placement applications

Consultant ophthalmologist Nick Strouthidis will replace Declan Flanagan in August

Southampton ophthalmologist is taking part in a £5 million study with a drug that is hoped will treat the sight threatening condition

A more than 40% drop in Capita’s share price has strengthened calls for the NHS to re-examine the role of the outsourcing company

Final clinical guidance recommends timely referrals for AMD and its treatment

There are now 340 extended services being delivered by Primary Eyecare Companies