Educated and skilled in the latest technology
The nursing team at the London Vision Clinic combine art with science. The art is developed through experience with patients. Science comes from the knowledge gained through education and ongoing professional development.
At the London Vision Clinic, our ophthalmic technicians take patients through testing across their journey. They play a vital role in the patient process. Before treatment, they test and screen your eyes to provide your optometrist with data. This helps their assessments of your eyes and treatment recommendations. They are very happy to walk you through what each machine measures and answer any questions.
Should you be suitable for treatment, our nurses will sit down with you and provide you with instructions on how to administer your eye drops and post-treatment medications on the day of surgery. Of course, they will be happy to answer any clinical queries you may have, before or after treatment.
During treatment, nurses assist surgeons in the operating theatre as they carry out procedures. After treatment, ophthalmic technicians repeat the same tests to inform aftercare recommendations.
Zuzana – Senior Lead Nurse
I joined the clinic as a staff nurse in 2005 and have since experienced lots of great changes as well as significant growth of the clinic team. More recently, I was promoted to Senior Lead Nurse and have enjoyed training our newer nurses.
I had my own laser eye surgery in 2006 and ever since I have loved the freedom my improved vision has given me. It was such an interesting experience being on the other side of the surgery, rather than assisting the surgeon! In 2018, I had Laser Blended Vision to treat my need for reading glasses. The clinic is a very special place for its patients as well as its employees. Both receive the best in every possible way. I am very happy and proud to have experienced both. In my spare time, I love travelling and reading. I love trialling new recipes and workouts from The Body Coach, and began piano lessons a few years ago!
Farjana – Ophthalmic Technician
I was raised and schooled in London. I have always worked in the health care sector, having previously held a role in a local pharmacy. I enjoy meeting patients from all walks of life and helping in their journey to see better. In my spare time, you’ll find me spending time with family and friends, travelling the world and also trying different restaurants in the UK and abroad!
Henal – Lead Intraocular Nurse
I graduated from the University of Nottingham in 2017. I spent over a year working within the NHS in the Vascular department before joining the London Vision Clinic nursing team. I am privileged to be part of such an amazing and hardworking team, and clinic. I really enjoy working in such a friendly and welcoming environment for both staff and patients. Outside of work, I enjoy exploring all that London has to offer, and you can usually find me out socialising with friends and family or exploring new areas.
Holly – Nurse
I was born and schooled in Ireland where I later studied for my General Nursing degree and graduated in 2018. I worked in a Respiratory unit in Ireland before I went over to Amsterdam to live for a year. I later made the move over to the UK in 2021 and started my role at London Vision Clinic. There is so much to get involved in living in London and it is still relatively close to home for me! When I’m not travelling, you’ll find me at the gym or with friends.
Monica – Nurse
I am originally from Portugal and after completing my nursing degree, I came over to the UK for my first nursing job in 2013. More recently, I have lived mainly around picturesque Cambridge. In September 2021, I decided to moved to London which is when I started my journey at London Vision Clinic. In my free time, I enjoy exploring exhibitions around London – there is always so much happening! I also practice yoga whenever I get the opportunity.
Waheebah – Ophthalmic Technician
Born and raised in London, when at sixth form, I wasn’t sure what if I wanted to go University or do an apprenticeship. I ended embarking upon an apprenticeship in the eye health sector. I worked for Specsavers for nearly two years and then worked for an independent optician in Covent Garden. Eventually I realised I wanted to be involved in the clinical side as I already had the knowledge and experience in the optical industry. I wake up every morning, and feel very lucky in what I’m doing now. It’s such a positive environment, and I enjoy meeting new patients every day. Outside of work I love to travel and go for picnics. I have huge passion for latest fashion/make-up!
Becky – Lead Ophthalmic Technician
I have worked in the Optical sector for over 7 years, working at a mixture of local opticians and at Moorefield’s Eye hospital as an Optical Assistant. I joined London Vision Clinic in 2019, after moving down to London from Birmingham. Everyone is so helpful and easy to talk to at the clinic, it’s a happy place to work. Everyone loves what they do. It’s a joy to work with such a great team. In my free time, I love being with my friends and family. I try to explore new areas all the time and love coming across unique and interesting places.
Rugile – Nurse
Originally from Lithuania, I moved to London in 2013. My degree was in Adult Nursing at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge. I later qualified as a registered nurse in 2019. I was posted to the day surgery unit but was later redeployed to the critical care unit during the Covid-19 pandemic. In 2021 after choosing to focus on Ophthalmology, I joined the London Vision Clinic. I love my role as a clinic nurse; the entire team are supportive and make working to achieve the best standard of care enjoyable. Out of work, I love spending time with friends and discovering new restaurants.
Florence – Senior Ophthalmic Technician
I moved to London from Ireland in 2004 and have worked in the healthcare sector for over 8 years. I have previously worked in areas of Vascular Surgery and Oncology within the NHS as a Nursing Assistant before joining London Vision Clinic. It is a breath of fresh air to work with such a positive team. I love coming to work every day and seeing the difference we can make in our patients’ lives. I am constantly learning on the job which makes my working life here at the clinic, exciting and different every day. In my spare time, you’ll often find me going to gigs with friends and spending time with family.
Lee – Nurse
Before moving to the UK in 2018, I studied general nursing at Trinity College in Dublin. After graduating, I spent a year specialising in Cardiology in Liverpool, and later, Critical Care in London, during the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. after two years in the NHS, I decided to join the team here to pursue the ophthalmology speciality. Being able to contribute to patients gaining full visual functionality is a thoroughly rewarding experience. When I’m not at work, I’m usually out trying different cuisines, or baking at home!
Maria – Senior Lead Nurse
I graduated as a nurse in Sweden back in 2005. After a few years within different fields of nursing, I decided to move to London in 2007. Shortly after, I began working at London Vision Clinic and the rest is history! Working at London Vision Clinic is amazing, not only because of all the happy patients we have but also because it’s incredible to work with such a dedicated and hard-working team. In my spare time, I love exploring London on foot, going to musicals and exhibitions and keeping fit. I’m a big foodie, so I’m often cooking a new tasty recipe, or eating out!
Karis – Ophthalmic Technician
Before joining the team at London Vision Clinic in early 2022, I was an optical consultant and team leader for five years in a local opticians. I am a huge animal lover, and when I’m not at work I spend most of my time with my dogs, rabbits and cats! Before embarking on my career in optics, I studied horse management at Writtle College in Chelmsford for three years and now have a diploma in horse care. I volunteer at rescue centres to look after any animal in need or that needs a little more attention.
Alisha – Ophthalmic Technician
I was born and raised in South London but have previously spent some time living in France. I studied History, Politics and French at the University of Nottingham and on the completion of my degree in summer 2021, I began working in research and administration in a GP practice in Nottingham. I began working for London Vision Clinic in early 2022. In my spare time, I love travelling the world – my favourite place being the beautiful lakes and mountains of Switzerland – and spending quality time with my family including my dog, Jessie. Interesting fact about me: all of the women in my family were born on the 28th of a month!
Jarred – Nurse
I was born in the Philippines but grew up in Ireland. I studied at King’s College London to gain my nursing degree and later moved to London in 2018. Before joining London Vision Clinic, I previously worked in Cardiology. When I’m not at work, I love spending time relaxing with my dog, exploring new places and especially trying new places to eat out in London.
