Ophthalmology

Accordion

On commencing your post you will receive an induction by the hospital as well as in the ophthalmology departments.

You will participate in an on-call rota where the junior doctor is first on-call. A designated consultant will always be available for advice and assistance

All trainee rotas comply with the European working time directive.

View the Ophthalmology rota

Educational Opportunities

During your time at ESHT you will be able to attend the following teaching sessions:

Conquest Hospital

Local training sessions

  • Monday 8-9am (PG) – Curriculum based teaching and journal club
  • Thursday 1-2pm (PTG) – Problem based learning session
  • Friday pm – Postgraduate teaching session at Sussex Eye Hospital, Brighton
  • Regional training days
  • Audit meetings
  • Grand Rounds

Eastbourne DGH

Local training sessions:

  • Wednesday 1-2pm – departmental teaching
  • Friday 8-9am – curriculum based teaching (IMJW)
  • Friday pm – Postgraduate teaching session – Sussex Eye Hospital, Brighton
  • Regional training days
  • Audit meetings
  • Grand round presentations
  • Tuesday 8.15-9am – medical retina and fluorescein angiography conference
  • Tuesday 1-2pm – journal club

Ophthalmology Website, please view here (password protected: ophthal2012)