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Cellma Ophthalmology EMR for Integrated Eye Care Service

The department of ophthalmology has one of the biggest outpatient workloads in the NHS and globally. Demand for cataract surgery is growing, diabetic retinopathy is becoming more common, and the long-term management of glaucoma is driving ongoing pressures on the eye care services.



Traditional clinical systems often struggle to manage the complexity of modern ophthalmology pathways. From visual acuity testing and retinal imaging to surgical planning and long-term disease monitoring, clinicians require a purpose-built ophthalmology EMR capable of supporting high-volume eye care services.
The Cellma platform connects ophthalmology clinics, imaging systems, surgical theatres, community optometry services, and multidisciplinary teams within one interoperable digital environment. Consultants, optometrists, ophthalmic nurses, and technicians gain structured ophthalmology health records across the entire patient journey.

With increasing focus on reducing eye care waiting times under the NHS 10 Year Plan, real-time access to clinical data, OCT imaging, diagnostic findings, and surgical workflows is essential. Cellma provides a secure and scalable ophthalmology EHR designed for NHS Trusts and global healthcare organisations delivering high-volume eye care services.

Aligned with NHS 10-Year Plan:

Cellma is purpose-built to support these goals through prevention-focused, digitally enabled, and integrated community care.

Core Features of the Cellma Ophthalmology HER

Structured Ophthalmology Health Records

Standardised templates allow clinicians to document consultations, examinations, diagnostics, and treatment plans within a consistent ophthalmology EMR software framework aligned with NICE guidelines and NHS standards.

Visual Acuity Testing
System

Integrated visual acuity testing workflows enable accurate documentation of patient vision measurements across outpatient clinics, emergency eye units, and follow-up assessments.

OCT Imaging
Integration

Seamless OCT image integration provides clinicians with direct access to OCT images, including retinal scans, macular images, and optic nerve images directly from their ophthalmology EHR.

Retinal Photography and Diagnostic Imaging Connectivity

The integration of retinal photography and diagnostic imaging with Cellma EHR offers timely access to fundal images and any imaging results acquired.

Cataract Surgery
Planning Tools

Cellma includes workflows that document all aspects of cataract surgery, including pre-operative measurements, lens calculations, surgical notes, and post-operative outcomes.

Glaucoma Management
Platform

Cellma provides clinicians with structured tools for monitoring intraocular pressure, documenting optic nerves, tracking medications, and managing long-term glaucoma care.

Patient Portal and NHS App Integration

Integrated patient portal and NHS app connectivity allow patients to access appointments, view eye care records, receive updates, and communicate securely with NHS ophthalmology services.

Telemedicine and Virtual Eye Clinics

The NHS and global eye care services can use secure telehealth tools for remote consultation processes including virtual consults, follow-up visits, and triage evaluations.

AI-Enabled Clinical Decision Support

AI-enabled clinical decision support systems use AI-based analytics to identify abnormal findings, assist in monitoring glaucoma risk factors, and provide support to appropriately triage urgent referrals to ophthalmology.

Ambient Voice Technology
with NLP

Ambient Voice Technology (AVT) and Natural Language Processing (NLP) convert clinician conversations into structured ophthalmology notes, reducing documentation time.

Interoperability Across
NHS Systems

Cellma integrates with PAS, GP Connect, Spine services, and Integrated Care Systems (ICS) using HL7 and FHIR standards for secure data exchange.

Security and
Compliance

Aligned with NHS Digital, CQC, and GDPR governance frameworks, including encryption, role-based access controls, and full audit trails.

Benefits for Eye Care Services and Ophthalmologists

  • Structured ophthalmology EMR ensures consistent documentation across NHS eye clinics 
  • Integrated visual acuity testing enables faster patient assessments 
  • OCT imaging integration provides quick access to retinal diagnostics 
  • Cataract surgery planning supports efficient surgical workflows 
  • Dedicated glaucoma management tools support long-term monitoring 
  • Diabetic retinopathy screening enables earlier detection and follow-up 
  • Interoperability with GP Connect, Spine, and PAS supports coordinated NHS care 
  • Reduced administrative workload allows clinicians to focus on patient care

Why NHS Teams Choose Cellma Oncology EMR

  • Fully compliant with NHS Digital and CQC standards

  • SNOMED CT, HL7, and FHIR-supported interoperability

  • Integrated visual acuity testing and OCT imaging connectivity

  • Dedicated cataract surgery planning and glaucoma management workflows

  • Retinal photography and diagnostic imaging integrations
  • Real-time BI dashboards for NHS performance monitoring

  • Compatible with NHS Innovation Accelerator and SBRI Healthcare funding pathways

  • Supports NHS Long Term Plan digital health objectives

  • Secure cloud, hybrid, or on-premise deployment options

  • Scalable architecture for NHS Trusts and international healthcare systems

Results with Cellma Ophthalmology HER

How Cellma Ophthalmology EMR Supports the Future of Eye Care

Integrated Eye Care Pathways Within Integrated Care Systems

Cellma brings together hospital ophthalmology departments, community optometrists, diagnostic centres and specialist eye centres into a single, unified electronic medical record (EMR) system for ophthalmology, supporting integrated care delivery between the NHS and other integrated care systems (ICS).

Improved Interoperability and Secure Data Sharing

With advanced interoperability, clinicians can share ophthalmic records electronically (in a secure manner) between NHS organisations, offering clinicians the ability to consistently access imaging data, visual acuity results, and treatment history.

Data-Driven Ophthalmology Services

Using predictive analytics and business intelligence (BI) dashboards, NHS teams can manage and plan for ophthalmic services by monitoring ophthalmic service wait times, cataract surgery capacity, glaucoma referrals and diabetic retinopathy screening performance.
This information enables evidence-based decision-making by NHS ophthalmic
services and leads to sustainable improvements in service delivery going forward.

Integration with NHS Systems and Global Digital Infrastructure 

Cellma Virtual Care Solutions are built for interoperability, ensuring smooth integration with national and international healthcare systems: 

UK Healthcare Integration 

Fully aligned with the NHS 10 Year Plan, supporting its vision for integrated, patient-centred, and digitally enabled care over the next decade. 

Global Healthcare Integration 

Built for global healthcare, enabling connected, patient-centred, and digital-first care anywhere in the world. 

This ensures that Cellma is not only NHS-compliant but also adaptable to global digital health infrastructures, making it a future-ready choice for healthcare providers anywhere. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is ophthalmology EMR?
An ophthalmology EMR is a specialised electronic medical record system designed for eye care services. It supports visual acuity testing, imaging review, surgical planning, and long-term ophthalmology disease management within NHS clinical workflows.
How does ophthalmology EMR improve visual acuity testing?
An ophthalmology EMR software platform allows clinicians to record visual acuity measurements digitally, track changes in vision over time, and link results to imaging and treatment decisions for faster clinical assessments.
Can Cellma support glaucoma management and diabetic retinopathy screening?
Yes. The Cellma ophthalmology EHR includes dedicated workflows for glaucoma monitoring, intraocular pressure tracking, and diabetic retinopathy screening to support early detection and long-term disease management within NHS eye care services.