Ophthalmology
Service

Ophthalmology - Swanage

What does it do?

Monitors and treats general conditions relating to the eyes.

Service Delivery Area

Swanage Community Hospital

What are the service opening times?

Monday Morning and Afternoon Fortnightly

How can I refer?
[For appropriate professional/clinical referrers only - service users please see below]

GP Referral to Dorset HealthCare University Foundation Trust

What functions/treatment and therapies are offered?

The consultant may refer patients to Poole or Royal Bournemouth Hospitals for further tests.  Operations e.g. cataracts will be performed at Royal Bournemouth.

Which types of illness/medical condition does the service treat?

Conditions relating to the eye e.g. cataracts, glaucoma, skin lesions.

Who will I see?

Mr Etchells

As a patient, how do I access services?

GP Referral to Dorset HealthCare University Foundation Trust

How can I get involved / what support groups are available?
Do you have information for Carers?

A range of printed information leaflets is available from the outpatient department.

Where, when and how often are the clinics?

Swanage Community Hospital Out Patient Department

Monday Morning and Afternoon Fortnightly

Who can I contact to find out more?

The outpatient department on 01929 475021.