High-Volume Diagnostic Assessment Service
Bristol Eye Hospital has established a High-Volume Diagnostic
Assessment Service to help us see more of our glaucoma and
retinopathy patients.
As well as identifying which patients would benefit from further
treatment and a face-to-face appointment, the assessment service
can also identify those who don't need an appointment at the moment
and save you a trip to hospital.
During the assessment, we conduct a series of tests and take
images of the eye. The results are shared with our team of experts
who can then review how each patient is progressing and make sure
your treatment plan is still appropriate.
Where is the clinic located?
The Diagnostic Assessment Service is based at the Education and
Research Centre in Upper Maudlin Street, around the corner from the
BEH. There are good public transport links nearby. For those
patients who use the official patient transport service, this will
continue to operate as usual.
Most other areas in the Education and Research Centre building
will continue to be used by hospital staff for essential training
and education. As we need to maintain strict social distancing,
which is particularly important for BEH patient
groups, only carers will be able to enter the
Education and Research Centre with patients.

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Why is it important that patients attend?
We recognise that this change of location may be unsettling for
some patients. However, it is only a short distance from the BEH
and the care will be provided by the same clinical teams you would
normally see at the hospital.
It is really important that patients attend their assessment
when they are invited. For some, the assessment will identify a
need for urgent treatment to avoid further deterioration in their
eyesight.
For others, we may be able to save you a visit to the hospital
by offering a telephone appointment instead. For many, the
assessment will provide reassurance that your condition is stable
and does not require further treatment at the moment.
Would you like more information?
Please see answers to some
Frequently Asked Questions. If you require further assistance,
you can also contact our Patient Support Service on 0117 342
9097.
You can
also listen to an audio description about the service.