Here is a brief description of recent policy changes. Please make yourself aware of the changes, as they may also impact training requirements.

The Medicine Code Section 52 Orthoptist Exemptions

This is a new policy

This policy will ensure Orthoptists comply with the safe administration and dosage of medicines including the appropriate indications and clinical circumstances where each medicine is use. All legal and statutory requirements regarding prescribing, dispensing and administration of medicines must be met.

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Diagnostic Use of X-Rays and Radiopharmaceuticals

What has changed?

Update to information on page 26 pertaining to breast feeding interruption times for isotope imaging examinations as per Administration of Radioactive Substances Advisory Committee guidance 2023.

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