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FAQ & Helpdesk


Below, you’ll find answers to some frequently asked questions (FAQs) to help you with common queries.

Optometry Wales have collated all FAQ’s from members in relation to Contract Reform

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Help Desk 

Not sure who to contact? Use the guide below to find the right support quickly.

Setting up a new NHS email account

Contact: nwssp-primarycareservices@wales.nhs.uk

Problems accessing your NHS email or Microsoft 365

Contact: Optometry.ICT@wales.nhs.uk

OPERAi login issues, technical problems or referral errors

Contact: Use the Help button within OPERAi

Suggestions or feedback about OPERAi

Please contact your Regional Optical Committee:

Information Governance Toolkit

Contact: WelshIGToolkit@wales.nhs.uk

WGOS education, accreditation or training

Contact: heiw.optometry@wales.nhs.uk

Ophthalmic List or practice listing queries

Contact: nwssp-primarycareservices@wales.nhs.uk

Membership, website or general enquiries

Contact: administrator@optometrywales.com


Before contacting support

To help us resolve your query as quickly as possible, please include:

  • Your name
  • GOC number (if applicable)
  • Practice name
  • Health board
  • A description of the issue
  • A screenshot of any error message, where possible

Please do not include patient-identifiable information unless you are using an approved NHS secure email account.

If you’re still unsure who to contact, email administrator@optometrywales.com and we’ll point you in the right direction.

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