Ophthalmology

Highly skilled ophthalmologist consultants at Ramsay Health Care provide first-class quality ophthalmic care. Many have sub-specialist training for cataract, corneal, retina, glaucoma, and neurological eye conditions.

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Ophthalmology Treatments

Ramsay Health Care offer a wide range of Ophthalmology treatments. Click one of the treatment areas below.
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Eye Conditions

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is an eye disorder where your optic nerve, which connects your eye to your brain, is damaged by the pressure of the fluid inside your eye. 

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Refractive Error Condition

If you have a refractive error condition, the image of what you are looking at is not focussed properly on to your retina and this causes blurred vision.

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Retina Disease

A retina disease affects the thin tissue lining the back of your eye that is responsible for your vision. It causes eyesight symptoms such as seeing flashes and floaters, blurred or distorted vision, side vision defects or vision loss.

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Cataracts

Learn all about what cataracts are, their symptoms and causes, and how they affect your vision.

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Eye Treatments

Cataract Surgery

Surgery to remove the cataract and replace it with an artificial lens.

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Cornea

A cornea transplant, also known as a corneal graft or keratoplasty, is an eye operation in which all or part of a damaged cornea is removed and replaced with healthy donor cornea.

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Orthoptics

Orthoptics is the study of eye and vision problems including vision development, eye co-ordination, eye misalignment, and near-focussing issues.

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Lens exchange surgery

In Lens Exchange Surgery the natural lens of the eye is removed and replaced by a plastic lens.

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Phakic Lens Implants

Phakic lens implants redirect light rays on to your retina to allow your near-sighted eye to see distant objects more clearly

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Retinal Detachment Surgery

Retinal detachment surgery seals retinal holes and reattaches your retina to the wall of your eye.

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YAG Laser Capsulotomy

Surgery to treat the capsule that holds the lens in place following catract surgery.

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Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty

This procedure uses laser technology to treat open-angle glaucoma and cular hypertension.

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Laser Iridotomy

A standard first-line treatment in closed-angle glaucoma and eyes at risk for this condition.

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Complimentary Patient Advice

Our expert consultants are committed to offering excellent care as soon as you need it; that's why they dedicate time to offer complimentary advice, with no obligation, so you can be sure before making a decision. Hear and speak to a Consultant within the speciality of your choice; get the information you need and all your questions answered to help you make a decision on your next steps in your healthcare journey.

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    Our company ethos "People caring for people" means that every single day our teams selflessly put our patients' needs before their own to help deliver quick access to treatment, so you and your family do not have to worry and wait.

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    Consultant led care

    With more than 2500 consultants throughout the UK, you can opt for a specialist in the treatment you require. They will remain dedicated to your care throughout your stay and follow-up consultations.

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    We can provide access to a dedicated member of staff to talk through any concerns you may have prior to attending hospital.

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    Our hospitals are ensuring we have as many free car parking spaces available for our patients as possible.

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Consultation

Our specialist team will discuss your symptoms with you and advise on appropriate treatment tailored to you.

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Treatment

Based on your individual requirements your treatment will begin when you are ready and at a convenient time to suit you.

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Support & Aftercare

Our comprehensive aftercare provides support and guidance throughout your treatment and recovery journey.

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Spread the cost of your treatment with fixed, monthly payments over a time period to suit you.

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Self-funding Patients

We offer an alternative range of ways to pay, so you can choose which one best suits you and your finances.

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Private Medical Insurance

Use your private medical insurance to fund your treatment through our simple referral process.

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Liberal Democrat MP for Epsom and Ewell, Helen Maguire, visited Ramsay UK’s Ashtead Hospital to see first-hand how it is helping to deliver better outcomes for local patients. 

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Silver ANTT Accreditation Achievement

Silver ANTT Accreditation Achievement

We are delighted to announce that Woodthorpe Hospital have achieved the Silver accreditation for ANTT® Patient Protection Accreditation Programme for Healthcare Providers.

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