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<p>As of October 2022, there were a total of 2,974 full time equivalent (FTE) doctors working in the Ophthalmology specialism in the National Health Service in England. This is an increase of 84 (2.9%) from October 2021. Of the 2,974 FTE doctors in the Ophthalmology specialism, there are 892 FTE doctors in training grades. This is an increase of 41 (4.9%) since October 2021.</p><p>Ophthalmology training places were increased in 2022 and further places are planned for 2023. The Government has also funded 1,500 more medical school places each year for domestic students in England, a 25% increase over three years. This expansion was completed in September 2020 and has delivered five new medical schools in England. This expansion will increase the supply pipeline in coming years for qualified doctors, including ophthalmologists.</p> |