PRJ 572 Barnet Community Opthalmology

Descriptions

The aims of the service are:- To provide a high-quality specialist and screening service in the local community;- To reduce the steps in the patient pathway where possible, improve access and reduce waiting times;- To demonstrate a movement in the clinical threshold for accessing services for assessment, diagnosis and treatment from secondary into primary care;- To address attrition rates from point of referral to treatment, ensuring patients are seen by the most appropriate healthcare professional in the most appropriate setting – patients that may have multiple symptoms should be seen in a general clinic to avoid multiple appointments;- To develop common pathways of care ensuring there is no unnecessary duplication, and promote the integration and coordination of services across primary care and accredited secondary care providers.