Pros
Up to date equipment Good IT system Good range of frames for 2/3 of patients Good range of contact lenses for patients
Cons
>Commercial pressure has intensified since new regional management changes over the last 18 months. >Commercial priorities are the forefront despite the 'Clinicians at the centre of our business'. >Non Clinical colleagues instructing on matters that affect clinical factors with no education around why their choices won't be best for patients. >Many locums stopping working for Boots due to the pressure and lack of understanding of the Clinical responsibilities and workload. >Individuals promoted to leadership roles without the relevant qualification or experience. >No leadership training >Lack of professionalism and respect for the profession or clinical expertise. >No real range of frame choices for patients with non-European features. >Style over substance. Unqualified staff overuling qualified staff's decisions with no understanding of the consequences.