Accuvision Laser Eye Clinic

I had my operation on Tuesday 26th November. I have just had my 10 day check up and the results are brilliant. At 18 years of age, I seem to be one of the younger patients at the clinic but the procedure seems to have been just as effective. I have been short sighted from the age of 8 with a prescription of -4.5 in both eyes, astigmatism and neovascularisation of the cornea. The treatment I received at Accuvision was excellent. All the staff were very friendly - Darius Vikash, Mr Ayliffe and the clinic nurse. There were initially some problems and although I was booked in for 9 am, I did not have the procedure until 3pm. Although this seems a negative point, I was relieved as I knew they would not carry out the operation unless they were 100% sure that everything was correct. My vision is now perfect and I would certainly recommend the clinic and the procedure to anyone who is considering it.

I went to Accuvision after three other eye clinics told me my prescription was impossible to treat. My prescription was R +4.25, L +3.75 with a very high Astigmatism. I had been wearing corrective lenses all my life and after the other eye clinics told me I was too far out of range to treat, I consigned myself to always wear corrective lenses. My last resort was to go to Accuvision (without much hope for a treatment) and they were very encouraging and told me they were very confident they could treat my eyes, and hopefully to an acceptable vision (at least to drive without glasses). So I trusted them and set up an appointment for the surgery. I was very impressed with their professionalism, kindness, and attentiveness on the day. I had my surgery and was assured that everything was going to plan. The next day I came back for a follow-up to the surgery and I was pleased to have them tell me they thought I could attain 20/20 vision in both eyes. Today I went back for another follow-up 10 days after the surgery only to find out that indeed I have 20/20 vision. My vision is even better now than it was with my glasses or contacts. I am very pleased and can not say enough thanks to the Accuvision staff for achieving the impossible and freeing me of my glasses. Thank you, Thank you Thank you!!!!

Tomorrow, 29 November, is the day of reckoning when I go to Accuvision to have mono-vision LASIK treatment. Having reached the ripe old age of 41, I decided to go with their recommendation of mono-vision, especially after having trialled mono-vision contact lenses (arranged through Boots). Although I don't need reading glasses, they hope to put off the need for them for several years to come. Accuvision were great when I went for my consultation in October and, after a rather variable reception at Boots, ranging from extremely friendly to extremely offhand, I chose Accuvision. Only they suggested that they try and improve my night vision, which wasn't even mentioned at Boots. And the whole team were knowledgeable, helpful and patient. I'll get back to you when I've had the op.

I had the LASIK operation at Accuvision on 20th November 2002 and am now 1 week post-op. The results are superb and still might improve slowly. My prescription was short sight with astigmatism, Right SPH -8 CYL -1.5 AXIS 155, Left SPH -7.5 CYL -1.5 AXIS 15, very large pupils and average corneal thickness. Ultralase said they could do the op with a reasonably good chance of success, but failed to tell me I would be left with a dangerously thin cornea, and still didn't tell me when I asked them directly (after going to Accuvision). My first appointment at Accuvision was double booked, but fortunately I forgave them and went along, thankfully as I found out all about corneal thickness and large pupils. The Wavefront technology they use (incidentally also used in Canada, New Zealand and Australia) goes a long way to solving those problems. I did quite a lot of research into the subject and am glad I chose Accuvision as I have been confident in their abilities since the first consultation. It is expensive, but with an odd prescription, it is worth every penny towards the chance of a good result. Thanks to all at Accuvision, especially, Darius, Vik and Mr. Ayliffe. To those considering the op, check with the clinics when you have the consultation how much of your cornea they will leave behind (the Residual Stroma Thickness is the important part). If the answer is less than 250 microns, start worrying. This is the 'safe' lower limit, but that might not even be 'safe'. The more the better. Don't be surprised if a clinic won't tell you or just give you the total corneal thickness including flap - don't trust them. Accuvision have left me with 270 microns, so I'm pleased with that. Please e-mail me if you would like to know anymore about my experience.

I had my consultation at Accuvision with Vik just over a week ago now I am booked in for Wednesday 27th November for Accuwave LASIK surgery. I was made to feel very comfortable at my consultation and I never thought or felt for one moment he was selling me anything. I don't have such bad eyes -4 in both but the fact that I have huge pupils made a difference and that's why I am having the accuwave treatment. Yes its extremely expensive but I don't think you can just take the chance on a good deal. I did loads of research before going ahead with my consultation and it helped me alot. This website is great so please keep posting your stories. I will let you know how it all goes next week.

On the 22nd November 2002 I was given my new mono eyesight by Accuvision treatment. On the 23rd November 2002 I awoke to find I had achieved 20/20 vision. I am 57 years old and had a prescription of -6.00 with astigmatism and -5.00. I had attended two other clinics for assessment and because I had thin corneas was declined for surgery by both. I felt depressed and beyond help! By chance I was told about Wavefront LASIK treatment at Accuvision and after a successful consultation, given with great care and professionalism, was accepted for corrective surgery. DON'T WASTE TIME GOING ELSEWHERE - Accuvision are the BEST. They use the latest technology and have the best laser treatment, taking less corneal tissue. They are the only ones I would trust with my eyes. Five Stars is the maximum award but if I could I would give them SIX! To Darius and all the wonderful and caring Staff at Accuvision - Thank you - Thank you - Thank you.

Having my eyes treated at this clinic was an amazing experience. They make you feel so comfortable and relaxed from the first consultation until your final check up. The attention you receive is amazing and the final result is perfect vision. I cannot recommend them highly enough. They are brilliant

With a prescription of +7.00 / -2.00 * 180 in both eyes and one of my eyes being a lazy eye, I had resolved myself to being dependent on visual aids until I found Accuvision in London. I decided to trust my eyes to Accuvision and proceeded to AccuWave LASIK treatment 6 weeks ago.

What a result!! I cannot thank the team enough for their commitment and support throughout my treatment. From receptionist to surgeon, from consultation to completion, my treatment was second to none.

I was clearly informed of any risks and the procedure was explained to me in great detail, there was no pressure and no misleading information to influence me to proceed.

After being turned down by six ( yes six!!!!!!!! ) “leading” laser eye clinics ( Ultralase, Optimax, Rosen Eye Clinic, Birchendale, The Eye Clinic and Boots ) I had given up all hope until someone like me with a very long-sighted prescription told me about Accuvision. From my first phone call to Accuvision I was given hope by the fact that they have the very best and very latest technological laser equipment at their disposal, not forgetting the formidable skill of the eye surgeons.

The result of my treatment has far exceeded my expectations; for the first time in forty-one years I am able to see and function without spectacles and I will be forever grateful. I would, and do, recommend their service and expertise to anyone who suffers from defective eyesight.

Anthony Barrs

I am having LASIK corrective eye surgery at Accuvision is the best decision that I have ever made. For the first time in my life I feel normal. My parents thought that I was a 'SLOW' child until I started school and they realised that I could not see (my prescription was -9.00 and -12.00 with a bad astigmatism). I had tried contact lenses and very expensive glasses with the thinnest lenses possible but still groped around for my glasses before even being able to get out of bed, as it was rather like looking through frosted glass otherwise! When I first met my husband he thought I was smiling at him - the truth was that I couldn't even see him! (fortunately I still love him). My current prescription is -0.25 and -1.75 with a slight astigmatism and the need for reading glasses to balance my eyes if the light is poor as well as glasses for driving. At 51 years old I was the only one able to read the menu without glasses on a recent night out with friends. The staff at Accuvision are all extremely professional and supportive. Daryus in particular was wonderful. Some people may think that at £4000 the cost is expensive. Personally, I feel like a new woman and could not put a price to the confidence and sheer pleasure in life that my new sight has given me. I was previously refused even a consultation with other clinics as I was beyond the majic range of -8.00 or +2.00, but would highly recommend Accuvision.

Had my first weeks check-up yesterday. Eyes seem to be healing nicely. Dry eye symptoms are getting better day by day, only have to use the drops a couple of times a day now and my eyes are already feeling pretty comfortable. Night vision is not yet perfect but has improved quite a bit. Vision is still around the 20/20 mark. All-in all excellent progress. Have my next check-up in 5 weeks; I'll post an update then.