Mid and South Essex Eye Screening Programme

05/01/2026

What to expect at your appointment:
When you attend your eye screening appointment you will be given a sight test using the reading chart.
Following that you will have drops administered, this will dilate the pupil to enable us a clear picture of the back of your eye.
You will be asked to wait in the waiting room for approximately 15 minutes allowing the drops to work.
Once your pupils have dilated, you will be called back in to have the painless and non invasive photographs taken.
You and your GP will receive the results in approximately 2 weeks.
Please bring with you any glasses. We also suggest sunglasses as your eyes will be sensitive to light.
A reminder - PLEASE DO NOT DRIVE to your appointment

02/01/2026

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29/12/2025

We've noticed an increasing number of pregnant patients who miss their diabetic eye screening appointments. If you are pregnant and living with diabetes, make sure you attend your screenings as pregnancy can accelerate the development of diabetic retinopathy and damage your eyesight.

Call us today on 01245 809492 to discuss diabetic eye screening in pregnancy.

22/12/2025

Diabetic retinopathy is an eye condition that affects the retina (the back of the eye). Changes in the retina could cause significant visual impairment and even total blindness.

In the early stages of the disease, there is often no symptoms. However, DO NOT wait for symptoms to occur!

What can I do to protect my vision? You could have a comprehensive dilated eye screening. Prevention and early detection is key for maintaining your vision.

If you think you may be overdue an appointment please call our bookings office on 01245 806100

18/12/2025

Our A&E departments are likely to be much busier than usual during the period of industrial action which may mean long waits to be seen. If you don't need life-saving emergency care, visit NHS111 online to be directed to the right service https://orlo.uk/VKuAF