Rotherham and Barnsley LOC @RandBLOC
The Local Optical Committee for Optometrists, Dispensing Opticians and Optical Contractors in the Rotherham and Barnsley area. loc-online.co.uk/rotherhamandba… Rotherham and Barnsley, UK Joined February 2020-
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3/4 of your incoming M1 class just walked out of their white coat ceremony because you chose a speaker who they don’t trust to provide good healthcare to women. On day 1.
Congratulations, new M1s...you're officially @UMich #MedStudents now! We can't wait to see what you do next. 💛💙 #WhiteCoatCeremony2022
Our new strategy responds to profound changes in UK eye care driven by the COVID pandemic, proposed health reforms and new technology; and takes a much-needed long view on supporting the delivery and expansion of optometric services by AOP members: ow.ly/t9Kj50JFBsT
#MetOffice pollen forecast predicts very high levels of pollen across many parts of the UK over the next few days! To help, we're highlighting the impact pollen allergies can have on our eyes, and how patients can relieve the symptoms. Read our advice ➡️ bit.ly/3MCmX7I
Congratulations to @ProfLeonDavies who takes over as @CollegeOptomUK president. Our thanks to Colin Davidson for his excellent clinical leadership over the last 2 years. @LOCSU
Register in advance for this meeting: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
Come join us at our AGM this year, held virtually on Wednesday 22 June, 7pm, via Zoom. It's a chance for all clinicians in the local community to get involved, understand what RBLOC is doing for them and an opportunity to network with your community. We hope to see you there!
Join the health and well-being CPD event tonight! 1 CPD point available. bookwhen.com/sybicshwb/e/ev…
WOPEC and LOCSU are holding a free virtual peer discussion around LOCSU’s clinical pathways on Monday 13th December starting at 6.30pm. It is 90 minutes long and has 3 CET points. For more info and to book, please visit loc-online.co.uk/northandnorthe…
The next cohort of Dispensing Opticians coming through to join the Optical Profession - Congratulations to all 👏🏻
We are looking forward to tomorrow's graduation. We will posting across our social media channels throughout the day. Please tag us in your photos #ABDOGraduation
Keep your eyes peeled in your email inboxes next week for details on our new campaign and member assets! 👀🚗
Want to get more involved in research? We have a number of opportunities available, including a keratoconus patient day, a questionnaire on the impact of #COVID19 on individuals with visual impairment, and more ➡️ bit.ly/2UhcCsB
How true #NHS #YourNHSNeedsYou #loveyourNHS
Today is #CharlesBonnetSyndrome Awareness Day. In this episode of #TheCollegePodcast we bring you a fascinating conversation with Judith Potts, Founder of @esmesumbrella, and Nina Chesworth who lives with the condition. Listen now on your podcast app ➡️ bit.ly/3HuVCTx
The Orthoptic and Binocular Vision Association is holding a virtual seminar on Monday 6 December. Details at cmt-optometrists.co.uk/BJWE/OBVA%20Vi…
Did you know more than 4.9 million people in the UK are currently living with diabetes? This #WorldDiabetesDay we look at the complications undiagnosed diabetes can cause, and the role of optometrist in detecting and preventing this condition. Read now ➡️ bit.ly/2UpTVTB
MRI Contact Lens Considerations👁 Material impurities may interact with magnetic fields and cause problems. Q: Since cosmetic + prosthetic contact lenses can have the same chemicals as tattoo ink, are they safe to wear during an MRI? Read the answer: reviewofoptometry.com/article/mri-co…
#NationalEyeHealthWeek has arrived! This year we want to raise awareness of the profession and all the great work you do. To get involved share our #IAmAnOptometrist badge alongside your inspiring career stories throughout the week ➡️ bit.ly/3hjzYGw #WeAreOptometry
"An eye test discovered by dad's brain tumour" Sue's father was admitted to Treliske after an everyday eye test lead to a shocking discovery 🔈Listen here: bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0…
National Eye Health Week is 20th to 26th September. Your vision is so precious! In the rush of life we often forget to look after the things that matter. Great vision comes from great eye health, so look out for your eyes this Week Visit visionmatters.org.uk
Louise Jolly @Bunnie_Momma
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Healthwatch Barnsley @HWatchBarnsley
2K Followers 671 Following Making sure NHS leaders and decision makers hear your voice and use your feedback to improve care
Car Park in Rotherham @ParkinRotherham
1K Followers 4K Following Promoting Rotherham town centre 🚙 More visitors 🚘 More growth 🅿️ CCTV, 24/7, 4 all 🚘#ForeverTogetherForeverProud ❤️ #RingGo top-ups! #carparkinrotherham
Ophthalmic Trade Unio... @Ophthalmic_TU
375 Followers 971 Following We are here to represent all GOC registered practitioners in the UK
United Multicultural ... @UMCCRotherham
176 Followers 860 Following We are a registered charity providing support, advice and training to the people of Rotherham | 07458304136
The New Optometrist @new_optometrist
327 Followers 381 Following Welcome to the new destination for optometrists and DOs – brimming with fresh insights and updates, and connecting you with the wider optical community.
First Class Gardener @class_gardener
1K Followers 5K Following First Class Gardening Services sheffield.South Yorkshire.fully qualified and insured.private and commercial work done.Members of the Gardeners Guild.
GM East LOC @GMEastLOC
67 Followers 124 Following The GM East Local Optical Committee represents all optical performers and contractors within Stockport, Heywood, Middleton, Rochdale, Bury, Oldham and Tameside.
JCL Consulting @JCLconsultingUK
177 Followers 365 Following JCL provides consultancy & admin services for Primary Eyecare Companies, LOCs, optical practices, and other small organisations. Also runs @SOSophthalmic
Hampshire LOC @HampshireLoc
240 Followers 199 Following Hampshire Local Optical Committee is a statuary body representing #Optometrists and #DispensingOpticians who provide NHS General Ophthalmic Services (GOS)
Fionnuala Kidd @kiddoptom
94 Followers 136 Following Optometrist and LOCSU Optical Lead. Mum of boys! Views are my own
Get Rid Of Eye Floate... @FloatersFree
3K Followers 5K Following Everything you need to know about floaters and flashes in the eye
Louise @LouiseOptom
25 Followers 156 Following
Locums Direct @LocumsDirect
10 Followers 79 Following Locums Direct is a new and innovative locum booking software developed in partnership with locum optometrists and practice directors.
Chriosa @chriosa
31 Followers 248 Following
Amanda Gordon @AmandaG75909905
146 Followers 759 Following
Clare Sheppard @sheppardclare
7 Followers 59 Following
Consultant Connect @ConsultantConn
961 Followers 3K Following Changing the way clinicians interact with colleagues in hospitals and other secondary care services, improving patient care, and reducing unnecessary referrals.
Lincolnshire LOC @LincolnshireLoc
41 Followers 78 Following News and updates from the Lincolnshire Local Optical Commitee
PocketEye @PocketEye
147 Followers 578 Following PocketEye 👁 is an essential tool for clinical collaboration between eye care professionals 🚀Beta app now launched!🚀 Proudly supported by @NHS_CEP @DHealthLDN
Leo__Ousen Eyewear @LeoWei39662163
16 Followers 314 Following GM at Shenzhen Ousen Eyewear Industry Co., Ltd, Whatsapp: +8613735480937
Zest Optical @ZestOptical
1K Followers 2K Following Recruitment specialist at Zest Business Group, Expertise in Optical industry recruitment . Call 0114 2381726 for more information.
The South Yorkshire E... @SY_Entertainer
208 Followers 2K Following Your guide to whats on in Clubland in South Yorkshire
@evensmaxpierrelouis @PierrelouisMax
96 Followers 984 Following BlackStarz Delhi University 1979 - 1989 I'm Evens max pierrelouis-The companies Executive director and Chairman & CIO of this cyber website | Cyberlink | Seekin
NTW LOC @LocNtw
80 Followers 66 Following The Northumberland, Tyne & Wear LOC is the official organisation which represents optometrists and opticians in our area.
The Ophthalmic Practi... @GroupOphthalmic
1K Followers 3K Following We aim to promote and protect the profession and to never be misrepresented by corporate interests in the UK. One link for all our platforms:
Eye Health Week @myvisionmatters
7K Followers 957 Following National Eye Health Week 21-27 September 2026. Helping us all see and live well for longer #VisionMatters. https://t.co/MKcCd2ZTTA
chazuppal @chazuppal
726 Followers 5K Following I work in Healthcare and Management. My views are my own. Retweet is not an endorsement as it may be used to raise awareness of issues.
Marco @_Wheatster
115 Followers 1K Following Sight saver. Recovering perfectionist. BMW Z3 enthusiast.
Caroline @carolinemosses1
36 Followers 368 Following
Neal Suchak FRSA @Neal_Suchak
2K Followers 2K Following Policy & Public Affairs at The College of Optometrists @CollegeOptomUK @ClinicalCouncil
Specialised Ophthalmi... @SOSophthalmic
424 Followers 1K Following SOS provides acute eyecare and dry eye equipment to the UK optical profession 020 3876 2875 - https://t.co/cnqKERX7zj
Olivier Denève @olivier_deneve
239 Followers 968 Following About to move to @ https://t.co/SzRGTU24nf
CBU2 @CBU2_BHNFT
479 Followers 577 Following Information, insight and updates from the CBU2 (Surgery, Critical Care & Anaesthesia) Team @ Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
UKNEHS @uknehs
220 Followers 505 Following The UK National Eye-Health and Hearing Study is a research study to understand why people in the UK are losing their sight and hearing to preventable causes.
ABDO Membership @ABDOMembership
4K Followers 2K Following The Association of British Dispensing Opticians is the professional body representing dispensing opticians in the UK.
Steve Kirk @stevekirkn
26 Followers 54 Following Operational Director of Newmedica in Leeds and Wakefield
lorcan butler @the16thman
749 Followers 3K Following Optometrist, Optical Engagement Manager. The Brain Tumour Charity. Educating Optical professionals about eyes and brain tumours.
Pukekogirl @NottmKiwiRose
9 Followers 321 Following
Newmedica @NewmedicaEyes
377 Followers 678 Following We’ve been providing NHS funded ophthalmology services for over 10 years now, with more than 23 clinics across England.
Solihull-LOC @Solihull_LOC
275 Followers 274 Following
SightCare Group @SightCareGroup
5K Followers 6K Following We support the future of independent opticians and exist to grow our member practices through business & networking services to stay competitive and profitable.
ABDO North of England @ABDONorthofEng
402 Followers 422 Following This account is no longer being updated. Please follow us on Facebook https://t.co/sl3MzZMaUZ
Careers in Eyecare @CareersEyecare
594 Followers 882 Following ABDO bring together a range of organisations including employers, educators and professional bodies to help you find out about the eyecare careers available.
Robert Charles Duke, ... @RobertC44180637
409 Followers 5K Following * * * Dedicated To Excellence * * * As an experienced Optometric Physician, I have an extensive and diverse background in vision & eye medical health care.
iseek optical recruit... @iseekoptical
147 Followers 1K Following We are a specialist optical recruitment consultancy focusing solely on sourcing permanent Optometrists, Dispensing Opticians and Contact Lens Opticians
The Ophthalmic Practi... @GroupOphthalmic
1K Followers 3K Following We aim to promote and protect the profession and to never be misrepresented by corporate interests in the UK. One link for all our platforms:
ABDO College @abdocollege
2K Followers 1K Following ABDO College specialises in the provision of blended and distance learning education for the optical profession. Enquires to [email protected] please.
Optician magazine @opticianonline
11K Followers 513 Following The only independent title for optometrists, dispensing opticians and the optical industry. It offers news, features, opinion and comprehensive CPD. Est 1891
Dispensing Optics @DO_OnlineUK
3K Followers 2K Following DO Online is the online resource of Dispensing Optics – the monthly journal of the Association of British Dispensing Opticians
FODO @FODO1
2K Followers 1K Following We represent & provide defence cover for opticians, optometrists and optical businesses in the UK & Ireland. Updates in eye health & future of community care.
DOCET @docetinfo
535 Followers 455 Following Docet provides free, high quality learning resources and continuing professional development (CPD) for all UK-registered optometrists.
Richard Rawlinson @Rich_Rawlinson
747 Followers 2K Following Supporting the optical sector and the NHS
Cardiff Uni Optom @SchoolOfOptom
728 Followers 142 Following We train the next generation of optometrists and our research has helped improve eye health across the world.
Peter Hampson @PeterHampson
468 Followers 265 Following AOP Clinical and Policy Director, Co-Chair OC Info & IT committee. LOCSU Board member WOPEC Module leader. Views expressed are mine.
Wolverhampton LOC @Wolves_LOC
534 Followers 266 Following Wolves LOC 👁 Representing Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians in Wolverhampton. Follow us for local optical news and CPD events 👓
WOPEC @eyeonwopec
729 Followers 320 Following We are Wales Optometry Postgraduate Education Centre, providing continuous professional development for eye care practitioners in the UK and all over the world!
Health and Care in Ro... @RotherHealth
10K Followers 205 Following Your Life, Your Health Working with the people of Rotherham to sustain and improve health services, to improve health and to reduce health inequalities.
Your Health and Care ... @HealthCareBNSLY
13K Followers 2K Following We are part of NHS South Yorkshire. Follow for local health and care partnership updates in Barnsley & South Yorkshire
Barnsley Hospital @barnshospital
10K Followers 1K Following Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust #BHNFT. We provide acute care to the people of Barnsley and surrounding areas. We're not able to respond to all DMs
Richard Jenkins @RothBarnsNHSCEO
1K Followers 346 Following Official Twitter account of the Joint Chief Executive of Barnsley Hospital NHS FT and The Rotherham NHS FT
OphthalmologyBHNFT @OBhnft
128 Followers 162 Following Being Responsive to healthcare needs and providing effective care across the health system, ensuring patients receive quality care in the right place
Diane Edwards @DianeADoN
361 Followers 299 Following Associate Director of Nursing Emergency Care & Medicine Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Simon Enright @enright_simon
126 Followers 8 Following Medical Director at Barnsley Hospital. Every day an adventure and views are my own
IG & CAM @ClinicalSystems
302 Followers 251 Following Information Governance and Clinical Applications Management Team at @barnshospital
Patient Experience, B... @proudtoengage
423 Followers 184 Following Patient Experience Team @barnshospital #proudtoengage
BHNFT Voluntary Servi... @BhnftV
294 Followers 188 Following Celebrating and sharing the brilliant things our volunteers do at BHNFT✨ If you would like to join the team please follow below link ☺
ABDO North of England @ABDONorthofEng
402 Followers 422 Following This account is no longer being updated. Please follow us on Facebook https://t.co/sl3MzZMaUZ
NHS England @NHSEngland
508K Followers 2K Following We lead the NHS in England to deliver high quality services for all.
We are Primary Care @PrimaryCareNHS
10K Followers 891 Following Official NHS England account supporting the #PrimaryCare workforce and #PrimaryCareNetworks to deliver high quality care to communities.
Devon LOC @DevonLOC1
1K Followers 3K Following
Max Halford @ClensMax
118 Followers 50 Following LOCSU Optical Lead, ABDO Clinical Lead, Chair Devon LOC & CGPL Primary Eyecare Devon. Putting the 👀's into Primary Care one pair at a time 👁All views my own👁
Binal Patel @binal_78
81 Followers 65 Following Locum Optometrist and LOCSU Optical Lead. #ifplanAfailstherearestill25lettersleft
North & North East Li... @NNELincsLOC
160 Followers 119 Following Twitter feed from North & North East Lincolnshire Local Optical Committee
Lancashire & Morecamb... @LMB_LOC
146 Followers 68 Following The Lancashire & Morecambe Bay Local Optical Committee. Keeping you updated with local optical news, events & information.
PennineLancsLOC @PennineLancsLOC
94 Followers 56 Following
Berkshire LOC @BerkshireLOC
124 Followers 47 Following
BucksLOC @BucksLoc
132 Followers 119 Following Bucks Local Optical Committee is representative of all ophthalmic contractors and performers working within its area.
Bausch+LombUK @BauschLombUK
2K Followers 812 Following Helping you see better to live better. At the forefront of visionary innovations in eye care since 1853.
Zoe Richmond @ZoeZoerichmond
703 Followers 343 Following Optom. LOCSU CD, CCEHC Vice-Chair. Mum, Wife, Coach & Mentor. Improving eye care for the benefit of patients. Sanguine. Views my own
Dharmesh Patel @DharmeshP108
1K Followers 1K Following CEO @ Primary Eyecare Services / Chair @ GM Optometry Provider Board / Trustee @ SeeAbility - Views my own
Primary Eyecare @EyecareServices
749 Followers 227 Following Primary Eyecare facilitates the provision of high quality primary eyecare services to NHS patients via optical practices.
General Optical Counc... @GOC_UK
8K Followers 212 Following The General Optical Council, the UK regulator for optometrists and dispensing opticians. We reply to tweets 9:00 - 17:00 Mon-Thu and 9:00 - 16:45 Fri.
Driver & Vehicle Stan... @DVSAgovuk
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British Blind Sport @BritBlindSport
9K Followers 2K Following Stay connected with British Blind Sport on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Bluesky.
NFBUK @NFBUK
4K Followers 4K Following The Voice of Blind People! The NFBUK is a charity working to improve the overall welfare and quality of daily life for all blind and vision impaired people.
Metro Blind Sport @MetroVISports
3K Followers 2K Following A London based charity, creating fun, accessible sport and social opportunities for blind and partially sighted individuals of all ages and abilities
Infosound @Infosound
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RSBC @RSBCcharity
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Vision UK @VisionUKGB
2K Followers 524 Following Closed 31/07/2020 Worked with the eye health & sight loss sector to deliver positive change for blind & partially sighted people & all at risk of sight loss
SeeAbility @SeeAbility
8K Followers 3K Following Supporting people to live, love, thrive and belong for 225 years. Find us on Bluesky, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and Youtube.
Guide Dogs @guidedogs
146K Followers 958 Following Guide Dogs is one of the UK’s leading disability charities. We’re here to help people with sight loss live the life they choose. Enquiries: 0118 983 5555.
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2K Followers 2K Following Optician Jobs is the online jobs board for Optician. We hold over 4,500 jobs for the Optical and Audiology sectors. Visit our site today!











