Advanced Practice Orthoptics - A year on...
| Sunday, November 3, 2024 |
| 3:55 PM - 4:05 PM |
| Panorama Rooms 2 & 3 |
Overview
Catherine Mancuso
Speaker
Catherine Mancuso
Royal Victorian Eye & Ear Hospital
Advanced Practice Orthoptics - A year on...
Abstract
In 2023 the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital were awarded with a Victorian Department of Health Grant to explore Advanced Practice in Allied Health. Our particular project was launched as and Advanced Practice Orthoptic Pilot (APOP) in the Acute Ophthalmology Service (AOS). This Pilot project has now drawn to a close and the evaluation of the findings have resulted in some interesting recommendations.
This presentation will focus on the supported training and development of the Advanced Practice Orthoptists (APO's) through the engagement of an "Ophthalmology Champion". In particular the change in confidence levels of the APO's across the training and development period. The impact of the APOP on patient experience will also be shared.
This presentation will focus on the supported training and development of the Advanced Practice Orthoptists (APO's) through the engagement of an "Ophthalmology Champion". In particular the change in confidence levels of the APO's across the training and development period. The impact of the APOP on patient experience will also be shared.
Biography
Catherine is a Melbourne trained Orthoptist from Australia. She is the Manager, Diagnostic Eye Services at the Eye and Ear Hospital - a role that she has held for 13 years. Her department staff consist of Orthoptists and Medical Photographers who provide services and care for approximately 90% of the hospital’s Ophthalmology patients. Catherine has a keen interest in public health and the provision of high-quality eye care - in particular, through the utilisation of allied health led clinical models.
