What is the Best View in London? London is one of the world’s most famous cities. Each year, it attracts a whopping 21 million people from around the globe who trek to the capital city to experience its array of museums, historical architecture, and culture. And yet, even for those who live in London, it can seem impossible to truly see it all. Our eyes are truly remarkable organs, second in complexity only to our brains. With around two million…
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The London Eye: Fun Facts About The Capital’s Very Own Visual Organ
The London Eye: Facts About London’s Famous Visual ‘Organ’ The London Eye is one of London’s most popular and iconic attractions. Attracting around 3.5 million tourists every year, London’s visual ‘organ’ draws in more people than the Taj Mahal and the Great Pyramids of Giza. That’s quite the accomplishment! Originally named the Millennium Wheel, construction began on the London Eye in 1998. It was commissioned for the millennium celebrations in 2000, and unlike many other construction targets, it opened on…
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…
Travelling to London for Laser Eye Surgery from Other Parts of the UK
Travelling to London for Laser Eye Surgery from Other Parts of the UK Laser Eye Surgery clinics have been popping up on high streets all over the country in recent years, making Laser Eye Surgery accessible to more and more people. And yet, London remains the centre of the Laser Eye Surgery world – and for good reason. But is it worth travelling to London from other parts of the UK for treatment? Travelling to London from Scotland, or even…
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…
LASIK Safety and Patient Satisfaction
LASIK Safety and Patient Satisfaction Laser Eye Surgery is considered to be among the safest elective surgical procedures to date. And with over 100,000 procedures performed each year in the UK alone, it is also the most common. With all that in mind, we’re taking a closer look at the safety and patient satisfaction of LASIK – the most popular Laser Eye Surgery procedure. What is LASIK? LASIK – laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis – is an advanced form of refractive surgery…
What Makes Laser Eye Surgery Such A Magical Experience?
Many of London Vision Clinic’s patients tell us that their laser eye surgery was “like magic”: quick, easy and painless….
Are You Spending Too Much on Laser Eye Surgery?
The cost of laser eye surgery is listed as one of top reasons why many individuals do not end up going through with the procedure. When you look at the total cost of surgery, it can (to some) seem overwhelming, and to many even impossible….
How Variable are the Risks of Laser Eye Surgery?
“Laser”, “eye” and “surgery” are three words that may, understandably, arouse anxiety. Unlike in the USA, where the procedure is often referred to simply as “LASIK”, one of the first obstacles for someone considering the treatment in this country may well be just getting over their pre-conceptions (which, we have found, are most often mis-conceptions) about what risks laser eye surgery involves….
What Effects Can City Life Have On Your Eyes?
What Effects Can City Life Have On Your Eyes? Living and working in a big city like London can be great. The transport links are convenient, the food options are outstanding, and the nightlife is exceptional. But with all these benefits, city life can undoubtedly take a toll on our eyes. From air pollution and lighting to crowded underground stations and bright screens, our eyes face a barrage of stimuli, yet we barely even blink at the thought of long-term…
