Doncaster and Bassetlaw Diabetic Eye Screening

04/07/2025

We’re so pleased to share that Tracy has recently qualified as a Screener/Photographer within our Diabetic Eye Screening Programme! 👏✨

Since joining the team in March 2023, Tracy has worked hard, studying towards her Level 3 Health Screener Diploma — and we’re so proud to see her now fully qualified. 🎓👁️

Tracy will be out and about performing Diabetic Eye Screening across Doncaster & Bassetlaw as well as surrounding areas, helping to protect vision and support our local community.

A huge well done, Tracy 🌟

04/07/2025

We’re delighted to announce that Karina has officially qualified as a Screener/Grader for our Diabetic Eye Screening Programme! 👏✨

Over the past two years, Karina has been working hard to complete her Level 3 Health Screener Diploma — and all that dedication has paid off!

Karina will continue to be out and about in the community performing diabetic eye screenings, but you’ll also now find her in our grading office, carefully assessing patient images and helping us deliver timely, accurate results to our patients. 🖥️👁️

Congratulations Karina on this brilliant achievement! 🌟

04/07/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Michelle and Jenna, two of our fantastic team members, have recently qualified as Slit Lamp Examiners for our Diabetic Eye Screening Programme here in Doncaster! 👏✨

Over the past 12 months, they’ve been working hard, training alongside Ophthalmologists to master the highly specialised skill of performing Slit Lamp Examinations — an important test for closely checking for any signs of Diabetic Retinopathy. 👁️💡

You’ll now see Michelle and Jenna carrying out these specialist examinations across Doncaster & Bassetlaw, while continuing their vital work grading patient images to help protect vision and deliver timely results.

A huge well done to both of you 🌟👏

21/06/2025

07/06/2025

👁️✨ DIABETIC EYE SCREENING SUCCESS! ✨👁️

Today we held a special diabetic eye screening clinic at Bentley Pavilion — this project was aimed at people who usually dont attend for their annual screening. We're thrilled to say that 36 people attended, with 72 eyes successfully screened for diabetic retinopathy. 👀🔬

A huge thank you to everyone who came along and to our fantastic team who made it all happen. These quick, painless screenings are vital in protecting against sight loss caused by diabetes — often before you even notice anything’s wrong.

Also a huge thanks to our brilliant host venue today Boston & Co for allowing us to use your fantastic events space for such an impactful project!

If you’ve received a yellow invitation letter and couldn’t make it today, don’t worry — you can still get booked in!

👉 Call us on 01302 642596 to arrange your appointment.

Let’s keep looking after those eyes 👓💛

07/06/2025

Our Super Saturday clinic has taken off to a great start! 👏

If you have received a yellow invitation letter please attend Bentley Pavilion today up to 2.45pm to receive sight saving diabetic eye screening!

30/05/2025

23/05/2025

📅 The Doncaster & Bassetlaw Diabetic Eye Screening Programme is excited to announce our upcoming Super Saturday Screening Event which will be held at Bentley Pavilion

📌 When:
Saturday 7th June
8:30 AM – 2:45 PM

👁️‍🗨️ Over 100 patients in the Bentley area have been identified as not attending their annual diabetic eye screening appointment for 3 years or more. Screening detects Diabetic Retinopathy which if left undetected can cause sight loss.

All eligible patients will receive a yellow invitation letter:

📞 Can’t make your appointment?
No problem — if you can’t attend at your scheduled time, either:
• Call us on 01302 642596 or email dbh-tr.ddesp@nhs.net
• Or turn up on the day between 8:30 AM – 2:45 PM and we’ll do our best to fit you in.

16/05/2025

A targeted project at the Flying Scotsman GP Practice in Doncaster has helped improve access to diabetic eye screening for patients who are most at risk of avoidable sight loss.

19/03/2025

👁🌈Attending Diabetic Eye Screening reduces your risk of sight loss.

Early detection, timely treatment and appropriate follow up can reduce the risk of severe vision loss by 95%.

If you believe you are due for an appointment or are simply not sure, please call our Reception Team: 01302 642596 or email us at: dbh-tr.ddesp@nhs.net.

05/02/2025

Our beloved friend and colleague Dianne Landers sadly passed away whilst in service on Sunday 2nd February at St Johns Hospice.

Dianne’s journey with the Trust began over 42 years ago when she first joined Ward 27. From the very start, her compassion and dedication to her work was evident. Throughout the years, she worked across numerous outpatient services, including in breast care, where her kindness and caring nature made a lasting impact on many.

In 2006, Dianne joined us in the Diabetic Eye Screening department as a health care assistant. Her sharp eye for detail and deep understanding of the condition ensured that countless patients received the highest standard of care, and as such Dianne then trained to become the departments senior grader.

She was a fantastic teacher, always willing to share her expertise and support junior members of the team. Through her guidance and mentorship, over 20 members of staff were trained and supported to become qualified screeners and graders.

As we mourn this loss, we also come together as a team. Dianne was not only a dedicated member of the department but also a friend and mentor to many. Her warmth, kindness, and wicked sense of humour will be sorely missed. ❤️