A NEW £500,000 extension to the ophthalmology department at University Hospital Ayr was formally opened on Friday, February 17.
The new extension adds two clinical procedure rooms and consulting rooms. An additional consultant, nursing staff, pharmacy staff and admin staff have also been recruited.
Opening the new extension, Ayrshire and Arran NHS Board Chairman, Dr Martin Cheyne said: “Not only does it provide the much needed extra space to allow us to treat more patients more quickly, it also offers a much enhanced environment for patients and staff alike.”
Dr Mohan Varikkara, Consultant Ophthalmologist, said: “The new extension is a much welcome addition to our busy service. We know the numbers of people requiring macular treatment is increasing as people are living longer. This new extension and additional staff will ensure we are able to treat more patients and offer us the ability to provide an intra vitreal therapy service which prevents eye degeneration and potential sight loss.”
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