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Manchester's Heroes in Health
NHS Manchester Heroes in Health have recognised a local
initiative for Ocular Hypertension as winners of their 'Partnership
of the Year' award. The annual awards for NHS Manchester staff
recognises the efforts of employees who deliver high quality health
services within the area.
The OHT scheme was established by Manchester LOC and Manchester
Royal Eye Hospital with backing from Manchester PCT's optometry
commissioning team. Both bodies were praised for their role in the
training and accreditation process involved in the scheme which has
helped significantly reduce the number of patients being referred
to hospital.
In May more than 60 optometrists from across Manchester became
accredited for the scheme and have launched the service within the
practices where they work. Optometrists who took part in the scheme
gave the feedback that they found the new challenge of becoming
accredited in Goldmann tonometry a highly enjoyable process- with
increased interaction with their hospital colleagues and the
practical sessions involved- a team effort that further adds to the
fantastic working relationship that has developed between
Manchester LOC and the PCT body.