Clinical Fellow in Glaucoma (Ophthalmology) Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

River Alliance of Wisconsin; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is offering a unique Glaucoma Fellowship that provides comprehensive training in the clinical management of adult glaucoma, including advanced surgical techniques. This role is ideal for both senior and junior ophthalmologists seeking to enhance their skills in a supportive environment with access to cutting-edge diagnostic equipment. The fellowship not only focuses on surgical proficiency but also encourages involvement in research, making it a perfect opportunity for those passionate about advancing their careers in ophthalmology. Join a dedicated team and contribute to improving patient outcomes while developing your expertise in this specialized field.

Qualifications

• Training in clinical management of adult glaucoma and complex surgical cases.
• Opportunity for clinical and basic science research.

Responsibilities

• Participate in advanced glaucoma surgeries and patient management.
• Engage in medical audits and educational sessions.

Skills

Glaucoma management

Surgical skills

Research experience

Ophthalmology knowledge

Education

Medical Degree

Specialist training in Ophthalmology

Tools

Humphrey Visual Field Analyser 3

HE Spectralis OCT

Anterior Segment OCT

Job description

Glaucoma Fellowship - This post offers training in the clinical management of adult glaucoma including advanced and complex surgical cases. St Paul’s Eye Unit is the home of pioneering glaucoma specialists with a strong research background. The post offers the unique opportunity to train in Non-penetrating Glaucoma surgery (Deep Sclerectomy), Trabeculectomy, Glaucoma Drainage implants (including Ahmed Valve and Paul Tube) and various MIGS procedures.

This rich experience is supported with excellent digital platforms and diagnostic equipment including the Humphrey Visual Field Analyser 3, HE Spectralis OCT with Glaucoma Module Premium edition, Anterior Segment OCT, MediSight and HEYEX.

The post offers excellent opportunities for clinical training and for clinical and basic science research and would suit a senior trainee ophthalmologist wanting subspecialty glaucoma experience or even a junior trainee ophthalmologist looking for glaucoma training and an opportunity to do research.

Start date: August 2025 for 12 months

Glaucoma Specialist care at the Royal site is provided by Mrs Choudhary, Mr Batterbury, Mr Cheeseman, Mr Muntasser and Ms Vallabh. The service is supported by glaucoma fellows, specialist trainees, two nurse practitioners and a team of optometrists.

The fields service comprises three latest Humphrey visual field analysers (HFA 3). Heidelberg Engineering Spectralis devices equipped with the Glaucoma Module Premium Edition (GMPE) aid diagnosis and monitoring. Anterior segment OCT is available for evaluation of complex cases.

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.

The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital. It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.

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Clinical workload: The Ophthalmic Department provides a comprehensive oculoplastic service for its catchment area of Sefton, Liverpool and Knowsley. In addition we provide a tertiary service for Merseyside and other regions for the management of complex cases. We see a wide range of oculoplastic, orbital and lacrimal conditions and have a high demand for our services. We have good links with related specialties including maxillo-facial surgery, neurosurgery, ENT and dermatology, and operate when necessary with colleagues from these specialties, particularly in complex head and neck cancer patients.

There is a weekly postgraduate educational session attended by doctors working in Ophthalmology throughout Mersey. All units make an active contribution. This occurs on a Wednesday afternoon when no clinical activity takes place. There is also a locally run bi-weekly oculoplastic teaching session.

All medical staff are expected to participate in medical audit as agreed by the University Hospital’s audit committee and you would be expected to play a leading role in encouraging appropriate audit and implementing the lessons learned.

This advert closes on Wednesday 11 Dec 2024.