Open AccessThe Accuracy of GP Referrals into Manchester Royal Eye Hospital Orthoptic Department
Author(s) -
Martha A. Waters,
Rachel Clarke,
Laura England,
Anna O’Connor
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
british and irish orthoptic journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2516-3590
pISSN - 1743-9868
DOI - 10.22599/bioj.168
Subject(s) - orthoptic , referral , medicine , strabismus , orthoptics , optometry , eye care , pediatrics , family medicine , ophthalmology
There is little research that examines the accuracy of paediatric referrals into secondary and tertiary care, particularly those from general practicioners (GPs) to ophthalmology and orthoptic departments. Inaccurate referrals could have a detrimental effect on service delivery and NHS funding as well as patient experience. Available evidence shows GP referral accuracy to range between 39% and 90% across different areas of medicine with accuracy of GP referral to ophthalmology between 56% and 66%.