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Staffordshire LOC is a statutory NHS body, representing all local Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians who provide services through the General Ophthalmic Services (GOS), encouraging them to maintain and further improve the high standards of eye care provided for the people of Staffordshire...
What does the LOC do?
The LOC represents the interests of its optometrists and dispensing opticians and acts as local interface with the NHS, and all other health related organisations and providers who wish to deal collectively with its members...
Currently the LOC:
1) Informs, advises and negotiates with the Integrated Care Board (ICB) and the NHS Staffordshire and Shropshire Local Area Team
2) Has been developing community eye care schemes across the Integrated Care Board.
3) Provides training and assessment for all clinicians. LOC officer Mark McCracken is an accredited LOCSU Lead Assessor.
Can I attend meetings of the LOC?
All Optometrists, Dispensing Opticians and pre-reg students working in Staffordshire are welcome to attend LOC meetings as observers...
