ROYAL Surrey County Hospital is holding a free patient support group for glaucoma and ocular hypertension sufferers. The event, organised in conjunction with the International Glaucoma Association, takes place in the postgraduate education centre on May 31, (2-3.30pm).

It follows the success of the first patient-support group, which Royal Surrey’s Eye Clinic organised last year, and will explore alternative options for treating glaucoma and high eye pressure, including laser therapy and surgical techniques.

Consultant ophthalmologist Dan Lindfield said: “It is a great event and the feedback we received from patients who attended our first support group was fantastic.

“It is deliberately informal and friendly event to help patients feel comfortable to ask questions, however minor. I am also trying to create a supportive group who communicate among themselves outside of these meetings to discuss issues with and hold regular meetings with.”

Mr Lindfield is also asking for patients to contact him with their suggestions for possible topics they would like covered. For more information to attend the event contact Teresa Butler on (01483) 571122 ext 2089.

Royal Surrey is also holding a joint ophthalmology and audiology health event at Surrey Sports Park on Wdnesday, April 6, from 2-4pm.