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Copyright © LOC Central Support Unit 2009. All rights reserved.
Katrina Venerus
LOC Support Unit Associate
07769682681
Copyright © LOC Central Support Unit 2009. All rights reserved.
Developing Eyecare Pathways in Primary Care
Ophthalmology redesign is already a priority for a number of PBC groups– Consultation with LOCs has varied
LOCSU Enhanced Service Pathways– Patient Centred – QUIPP focussed
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Developing Eyecare Pathways in Primary Care
LOCSU Enhanced Service Pathways– Glaucoma Referral Refinement– OHT Monitoring– Cataract Referral & Post op– Primary Eyecare Assessment & Referral Service– Low Vision
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Developing Eyecare Pathways in Primary Care
IOP Refinement by optometrists • Reduces unnecessary referrals• Utilises an available resource• Convenient for patients • Excellent value for money
In the first 6 months of operation in Stockport 77% of referrals were deflected
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PBC Leads
Ophthalmologists
Optometrists
PCT Commissioners
Project ManagerPatient Group
North of Tyne Eyecare Development Group
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North of Tyne Eyecare Development Group
Project 1IOP Refinement Pilot
Project 2Business case for OHT Monitoring
Project 3 Review remaining eyecare pathways
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Katrina Venerus
LOC Support Unit Associate
07769682681
