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Are you are fed up with relying on glasses or contact lenses to see clearly?
Consultant Eye Surgeon Mr Richard Stirling is holding a FREE open evening for people who are keen to improve their vision.
Recent advances in multifocal lens implant technology can mean that glasses and contact lenses can be a thing of the past.
These advanced intraocular lenses can be used in those over 50 years of age to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses. They are also suitable for those who have been diagnosed with a cataract and are considering, or are on the waiting list for cataract surgery. Thousands of patients worldwide have benefited from this new technology.
The lens replacement surgery open evening will be presented by Mr Richard Stirling, Consultant Ophthalmologist, at Darlington’s Woodlands Hospital on Tuesday May 21, from 6pm – 8pm.
Recently, major investment has gone into creating a bespoke ophthalmic unit and new operating theatre, with state of the art equipment and dedicated ophthalmic trained nursing staff.
Following his presentation, there will be a chat with one of Mr Stirling’s patients about their experience, an opportunity to see some of the equipment that is used and to ask questions.
The procedure of replacing the patient’s own lens with a multifocal synthetic implant takes as little as 10 – 15 minutes, and is done under local anaesthetic. It is a day case procedure with patients able to recommence their usual activities the next day. The new lens lasts a lifetime.
Mr Stirling says: “The natural inside of our eye lens focuses light onto the retina. As we get older our natural lens becomes less elastic and we start to need reading glasses in addition to distance glasses or varifocal spectacles. Also as we age the lens loses its youthful clarity and when this becomes troublesome cataract surgery is required. Replacing the natural lens with a clear new multi-focal lens allows images to be in focus for distance, mid, and near, reducing or eliminating the need for glasses.”
The self-pay package that Mr. Stirling offers includes a full diagnostic consultation, surgery and a six-month follow-up. He will explain fully the benefits and risks of the operation, and once the patient’s suitability is confirmed, they will be booked in for surgery on one eye, with the second surgery following in two or three weeks’ time.
Woodlands Hospital consultants have been at the forefront of advanced surgical techniques for many years, offering better outcomes, fewer complications and quicker recovery.
If you would like to attend the open event on Tuesday, May 21 , from 6pm - 8pm, please call the Woodlands Hospital Patient Liaison Officers on 01325 341786. Alternatively you can book your place online in the following link.
Complimentary light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
To view Mr Stirling's profile to find out more information on the services he provides, visit www.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/consultants/richard-john-stirling
Woodlands Hospital, Morton Park, Darlington DL1 4LP
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