This guideline is for all Orthoptists employed by Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust when assessing and managing infants and children, under the age of 7 years, referred to the Orthoptic Department who are found to have no apparent defect.
Valid To: 29/09/2028
Publication Type: Guidelines
This guideline sets out the process for the Orthoptist to use when managing amblyopia in children under the care of the Orthoptic Service.Keywords: Amblyopia, Occlusion, Atropine, Orthoptic.
Valid To: 01/08/2027
Publication Type: Guidelines
Guidance for orthoptists (with a medical exemption qualification) on the administration and supply of medicines.Keywords: Orthoptist, medical exemption.
Valid To: 23/02/2029
Publication Type: Guidelines
This policy covers the management of the school vision screening procedures. It outlines the documented process for the screening service and managing the associated risks.
Valid To: 19/06/2028
Publication Type: Policies