News
Up one levelApplying for training
For information about selection to start training in 2010 please follow link below
Avastin and TASS/Sterile Endophthalmitis
Click on the link to the Canadian Ophthalmological Society for information and reporting details for cases of Toxic Anterior Segment Syndrome (TASS)
90 Day Pay Doctor Cheque Scheme
Medicare Australia has issued information for specialists and consultant physicians on changes to the 90 Day Pay Doctor Cheque Scheme for Electronic Claiming. Click on the link for further information.
Expressions of Interest for Examiners
The College is calling for expressions of interest from Fellows who would like to be considered for nomination as an examiner for the College Ophthalmic Science & Advanced Clinical Examinations. Read more.....
Heparin-based product shortages
For the "Consensus Guidelines for Australian Clinicians for the use of anticoagulants during heparin-based product shortages", please click on the link provided. If further information is required, please contact the Department of Health.
Mastering Adverse Outcomes Course
Expressions of interest in this Cognitive Institute course are sought. See attached file. Medical Defence IRM points would be available. Please contact Margaret Dunn on margdunn@ranzco.edu if you would be interested.
Pfizer Film Festival Cash Prize, Brisbane Congress
A Cash Prize is to be presented for the best film for the Pfizer Film Festival at the Brisbane Congress. Abstracts of 5 or 6 lines can be submitted up until 27 July and the films will be required by mid-October 2009.
Australian Charter of Healthcare Rights
The College supports the adoption of the charter by all ophthalmologists and organisations including specialist practices, day procedure facilities, private hospitals, etc. Implementation guidelines can be found at the link below.



