Ophthalmic Services: Consultants
Commons · Question 24383 · Tabled 15 Jan 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record
Answered 21 Jan 2025
Question
Asked by Vikki Slade
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if he will take steps to allow optometrists to share scan data directly with consultants, in the context of patient waiting times.
Answer
Answered by Stephen Kinnock, 21 Jan 2025
NHS England is testing how improving digital connectivity between primary care optometry and secondary care will allow optometrists to share diagnostic images and receive advice and guidance from specialists. This will enable more patients to be managed i...