Laser Eye Surgery: Should I Stay at Home or Go Abroad? In the 2020s, we find ourselves living in a new world. The UK’s exit from the European Union, followed by the Coronavirus pandemic, made global travel more uncertain and more expensive. Yet, many may still be left wondering whether travelling abroad for Laser Eye Surgery could be a cheaper option than having treatment in the UK. Some may even consider planning a holiday around their Laser Eye Surgery treatment…
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Which Laser Eye Surgery Treatment is Right for You?
Which Laser Eye Surgery Treatment is Right for You? If you’re considering Laser Eye Surgery, you will very likely have done some light research to give you a better idea of what to expect from your treatment. Of course, as you dive deeper into this life-changing procedure, you will likely come across many new words and acronyms which, at first glance, don’t seem to make a whole lot of sense. PRK, LASEK, LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, PRESBYOND… These are all phrases…
Laser Eye Surgery is More Within Your Grasp Than You Think
Laser Eye Surgery is More Within Your Grasp Than You Think If you’ve been a long-time glasses or contact lens wearer, it’s likely that you often find yourself cursing the visual aids that are supposed to make your life easier. Of course, you rely on them to allow you to see the world clearly, but it can be hard to ignore the niggly drawbacks that plague your everyday life. You might even have considered Laser Eye Surgery, but always thought…
The Latest Innovations in Ophthalmology
The Latest Innovations in Ophthalmology As its name might suggest, Laser Eye Surgery is a sector that is built on technological advancements and ongoing innovation. Since its humble beginnings, developing technologies have helped to make the treatment more accessible and, crucially, more effective than ever before. But innovation in the ophthalmological world has still not come to a standstill – far from it! Let’s take a look at some of the latest and most influential innovations in ophthalmology in recent…
A Day in the Life of an Ophthalmic Surgeon
A Day in the Life of an Ophthalmic Surgeon The human eye is one of the most complex organs in the human body (second only to the brain, in fact). With its over two million working parts, the eye collects light, focuses it, and converts it into the image we see of the world around us constantly and with apparent ease. There is no overestimating the value of the eyes’ work. And as such, tinkering with this impressive system is…
How Much Could Laser Eye Surgery Save You?
How Much Could Laser Eye Surgery Save You? What is the best investment you’ve ever made? For some, it might be the house they saved for years to be able to afford. For others, their long-desired car or motorbike might take pride of place. And for others still, the best investment might be an experience, such as a months-long trip around Asia or South America. All of these answers are deserving – after all, they represent some of the most…
Top Tips for Avoiding Eye Injury and Strain
Top Tips for Avoiding Eye Injury and Strain Whether your job involves filling out spreadsheets or handling heavy machinery, or you enjoy contact sports or binge-watching Netflix shows in your spare time, it is important that we all know how to take the best care of our eyes. So, with that in mind, let’s take a look at some quick and easy ways to protect your eyes from injury and strain. 1. Wear Proper Eye Protection The vast majority of…
Narrowing Down Your Choice of Laser Eye Surgery Clinics
Narrowing Down Your Choice of Laser Eye Surgery Clinics With so many resources available at our fingertips, it has become increasingly easy to spend more and more time planning and researching. While this can be a good thing, it can also mean that we spend less time actually doing. This is true for many things – whether it’s buying a new house or car, going on holiday, redecorating the living room, or simply buying a new yoga mat! But, of…
What is the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Why is it Important?
What is the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Why is it Important? Providers of health and social care services in the UK are subject to a number of regulations and requirements to ensure they meet certain standards. The Care Quality Commission is one of the key regulators for providers in England. But what is the CQC, and why is it so important for healthcare services? What is the Care Quality Commission (CQC)? The CQC is an executive public body of…
Working in and Around Harley Street – A Medical Centre of the World
Working in and Around Harley Street – A Medical Centre of the World Over the centuries, Harley Street has been known for being the home of clinicians providing world-class medical care to the super-rich and higher classes of society. It has been known as a medical hotspot for aristocrats, celebrities, and even royalty, with the likes of King George VI and Professor Stephen Hawking receiving treatment there. Today, however, you are just as likely to meet a builder or a…
