How Regulated is the Laser Eye Surgery Industry?

How Regulated is the Laser Eye Surgery Industry? Despite being relatively new in the broader timeline of modern medicine, Laser Eye Surgery has quickly become the most popular elective procedure in the world. After becoming widely available over 30 years ago, the procedure has helped tens of millions of people around the globe achieve clear vision free from the burden of glasses and contact lenses. Its high success rate and impressive safety profile are a tribute to the ongoing development…

How Much Should You Pay for Laser Eye Surgery?

How Much Should You Pay for Laser Eye Surgery? There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a Laser Eye Surgery clinic, but perhaps one of the most pressing on most people’s minds is cost. Much like buying a house or a car, having Laser Eye Surgery is an investment. But unlike these examples, finding treatment at the right price can be notoriously complicated. So, how much should you pay for Laser Eye Surgery? When you’re looking to…

Why London is the Best Place in the World for Laser Eye Surgery

Why London is the Best Place in the World for Laser Eye Surgery Since becoming widely available more than 30 years ago, Laser Eye Surgery has become the most popular elective procedure worldwide – but some places have become particular hotspots for the life-changing treatment. Take London for example… London is known as one of the great cities of the world. It offers a diverse range of cultures, architecture, and attractions, and remains one of the most popular tourist destinations…

8 Reasons a High Staff-to-Patient Ratio Makes a Difference

8 Reasons a High Staff-to-Patient Ratio Makes a Difference With the current state of health services, from GP practices to A&E departments, it can be difficult to imagine having a leisurely chat with a healthcare professional concerning your health and options for treatment. Let’s face it, such appointments can be unenjoyable, to say the least, but they can also often seem impersonal. This kind of experience is not limited to under-funded public services, but also in some instances of private…

Looking for Advice About Your Laser Eye Surgery Options?

Looking for Advice About Your Laser Eye Surgery Options? Countless people have likely commented to their friends and family how they would love to have Laser Eye Surgery. After all, who among us doesn’t dream about getting rid of the pesky glasses and contact lenses once and for all? But when it comes down to it, having Laser Eye Surgery – or any kind of refractive surgery for that matter – is a big decision. There is the cost, recovery…

Does it really take 10,000 operations to be an expert?

Does it really take 10,000 operations to be an expert? Every industry is full to the brim of people that call themselves ‘experts’. To the everyday novice, it is often difficult to tell what measure makes a person an expert in any given field. In the space of self-mastery and professional development, there has long been an idea circulated about what this measure is – what it takes to become an official, bonified expert: a 1993 paper by Dr Anders…

The Latest Innovations in Ophthalmology

The Latest Innovations in Ophthalmology Laser Eye Surgery is a sector that is built on innovation. Since its humble beginnings, it has evolved to become one of the most technologically advanced surgeries in the world. At London Vision Clinic, we are proud to be heavily involved in this innovation. We carry out ongoing research to advance the field of vision correction even further. Since early in his career, our founder Professor Dan Reinstein has been one of a small group of…

What’s The Secret To Great LASIK Surgery Aftercare?

What’s The Secret To Great LASIK Surgery Aftercare? Trust is vital no matter what area of your body or health you’re dealing with. But with Laser Eye Surgery being more widely available than almost any other medical treatment, this statement is ever truer when it comes to fixing your eyes. But when we talk about trust, we don’t just mean you have a “good feeling” about the clinic or surgeon. We mean they have a proven track record of treating…

How many private eye surgery clinics in London?

How many private eye surgery clinics are there in London? When searching for a Laser Eye Surgery clinic in London, you’ve probably noticed there are a lot of names you’re not familiar with. Like many cities, there’s the usual big chains — companies like Optimax and Optical Express that operate and advertise on a national scale — but there are way more names like Advanced Vision Care, Moorfields, and Focus that are completely new to you. You also can’t help but…

Is it worth travelling to London for Laser Eye Surgery if you live in Leeds?

Is it worth travelling to London for Laser Eye Surgery if you live in Leeds? Getting from Leeds to London used to be an awkward affair that took an age to plan and even longer to arrive. Today within less than two and a half hours you can be in the nation’s capital, sipping a hot latte down by the Thames or exploring the depths of The British Museum, all for the cost of a nice lunch in Leeds (well, maybe…