About The Midland Ophthalmological Society
When was the Society founded?
The Midland Ophthalmological Society was founded in 1911. This Society stands out for its extensive reach, encompassing areas from Nottingham to Northampton and incorporating cities such as Leicester, Oxford, and Cambridge. It extends as far west as Hereford.
Who is the Secretariat?
Current Secretariat
Miss Juliette Helen Edwards
I have been a member of the Midland Ophthalmological Society for over 25 years and am an Ophthalmologist working at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham.
The Secretariat serves as Personal Assistant and Secretary to the MOS Council, aiding the executive committee members with all administrative tasks essential for the efficient operation of the Society. When Secretariat vacancies are available, they will be posted here:
Who are the Executive Committee?
The Midland Ophthalmological Society Executive Committee (The MOS Council) comprises the President, President Ex Officio, President Elect, two Honorary Secretaries, two Trainee Representatives and theTreasurer.
The role of President is assigned for a one year duration, with the candidate being an Ophthalmologist chosen from Birmingham or the broader Midlands region.
Honorary Secretaries are appointed for three years, typically one being an Ophthalmologist working in central Birmingham and the other working in the broader Midlands area.
The Trainee Representatives, chosen from the cohort of Midlands trainees, also serve for a term of three years.
The Treasurer, usually an Ophthalmologist, is appointed for a more extended period for logistical reasons.
Current Committee
President ex Officio
Mrs Jayshree Menon
I have been an MOS member for over 20 years and am a
consultant ophthalmologist at the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire, Kettering.
President Elect
Mr Salman Mirza
I am a consultant ophthalmologist based in Worcestershire.
