Mr Simcock will present a talk entitled “The view from the cockpit” at 10am on Thursday 21st of April 2016 and will talk about how to perform a basic eye examination in the GP’s surgery with the minimum of equipment and the important things to know...
The talks will include an update on OCT interpretation of macular pathology, when and what retinal problems should be referred and there will also be a short video presentation on how to avoid problems with multifocal lenses. Light refreshments will also be...
Mr Simcock was kept up to date with the latest treatments available for macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusions and diabetic retinopathy. He was pleased to note that Moorfields have now embraced nurse practitioners and other allied health...
The article contains advice on cataract surgery, monovision, multifocal lenses and treatment of astigmatism in relation to cataract surgery. It gives advice on how to minimise the requirements for glasses after cataract surgery.
The talk is on basic eye examination in the GP’s surgery and a “survival guide” on what not to miss and what needs urgent referral.