Specialist Pharmacy Support for Ophthalmic Clinics
CQC expectations around medicines governance are tightening especially in new or multi-site providers; Ashtons are experts in supporting Ophthalmic sites to meet best practice and regulatory requirements for the CQC (England), HIS (Scotland) and HIW (Wales).
Many ophthalmic clinics also don’t have a dedicated pharmacist on-site, making external Chief Pharmacist services, like ours, essential for the expert clinical support they provide.
Our existing supplier relationships, including key providers such as Bausch + Lomb, mean fewer delays, fewer out-of stocks, and better control. Our new Overlabelling service (coming soon) reduces risk and streamlines your processes throughout; and is especially helpful in high-turnover or nurse-led models.
How We Help
• National-level pharmacy governance support
• Named Chief Pharmacist available for guidance, audits, and complex cases
• Clinical advice aligned with ophthalmic practice, including licensing and formulary queries
• Hands-on support with mock CQC inspections
• Pharmacy-led setup for new site openings and relocations
• SOP development, CD processes, fridge checks and controlled environment readiness
• Rapid access to specialist ophthalmic medicines, including injectables and eye drops
• Established supplier partnerships, including Bausch + Lomb, for seamless stock access
• Priority tracked delivery with escalation routes.
• COMING SOON: Over-labelled products to support nurse-led services, reducing prep time and errors
• Medicines training tailored for surgical and nursing staff
• Refresher sessions for CDs, fridge items, and label handling
• E-learning and in-person options to suit staffing models
• Ensures consistency across locations, even where pharmacy support is remote or part-time.