Anyone had laser eye surgery done locally?

[sarahew]

I'm thinking of giving it a go, but would prefer not to have to go the centre of town to have it done. Would be brilliant to have it done locally or towards Bromley way. Has anyone had it done locally?

Failing that, has anyone had it done and could recommend their surgeon?

Many thanks.

Sarahew

[giggirl]

Hello Sarahew,

I had it done on Tuesday morning and here I sit, typing without glasses for the first time in over 10 years. I cannot recommend my surgeon highly enough. Mr Carp at the London Vision Clinic, here:

http://www.londonvisionclinic.com/

The whole process was stress free. Their tests are very thorough and take hours. The actual surgery only takes 20 minutes. It isn't painful but it is uncomfortable (on a par with a bikini wax). They sent me home with painkillers and sleeping pills but I didn't need them. Excellent customer service; they can't do enough for you. Wish I'd done it years ago - don't wait.

[sarahew]

Thanks Giggirl. The London Vision Clinic is supposed to be very good isn't it? And expensive. Would you mind if I asked how much it cost?

Really glad to hear you've had such a good experience. That's what I'm hoping for.

I'm also wondering if I'm too old, at 42, and I might start to need reading glasses anyway. Maybe I should do it anyway. I hate wearing glasses, always have, and i can't get on with contacts.

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[giggirl]

I paid ?4,800. I may have paid less if I'd shopped around but to be honest price wasn't a factor; I wanted the best clinic and I think they are.

I did a lot of online research at the beginning of the year, but I can't tell you how the price compares with other services I'm afraid.

If you are serious about getting it done and want to have a chat and a cuppa with someone who's been there, then feel free to PM me and I'll happily meet up.

[sarahew]

Thanks very much, that's really kind of you. I'll do a bit more thinking first, and checking the bank balance, before dragging you out!