Who can refer
We accept referrals from GPs and from optometrists, made via the GP.
How to refer
All NHS GP referrals must be submitted using the NHS e-Referral service (formerly Choose and Book).
Referrals sent to the nhs.net mailbox or by post from GPs will not be processed.
Please make sure that:
- for urgent referrals – all clinical letters are attached within one working day of the appointment request
- for routine referrals – all clinical letters are attached within three working days of the appointment request.
Referral criteria
We accept referrals for the following paediatric eye conditions:
- squint (strabismus)
- eye movement disorder
- paediatric cataracts
- paediatric corneal problems
- paediatric glaucoma
- ptosis
- visually inattentive babies (non-seeing children)
- paediatric high refractive errors
- amblyopia
- blocked tear ducts and watery eyes
- orbital lumps and pathology
- inflammatory diseases of the eyes, systemic diseases and eye.
- contact lens fitting in children
- keratoconus and corneal diseases
- inherited and genetic eye diseases
- paediatric neuroophthalmology conditions
- retinopathy of prematurity.
This service is restricted to patients under the age of 16 years.
Urgent referrals
Please use the advice and guidance service on the NHS e-Referral Service.