What a cataract looks like to a patient
We are forever inspired by the kind words offered by patients who have undergone cataract treatment with us when they leave a review or send us thank you cards. Occasionally, we receive gifts that are exceptional, such as this painting and description of what it is like to have a cataract. Cataract operation What does […]
British Oculoplastic Surgery Society Annual meeting
Work as a consultant eye surgeon includes a substantial commitment to ongoing education and sharing of experience with colleagues on a national level. Most of the work I am now involved in relates to cataract surgery and vision correction surgery, but I have also been closely involved in both reconstructive and cosmetic eyelid surgery (known […]
How Safe is Laser Eye Surgery?
If you’re thinking about having laser eye surgery, the question of safety is probably something you’ve already considered a great deal The fact is, laser eye surgery – also known as refractive surgery or vision correction – is one of the most commonly performed private procedures carried out today. Like any form of medical procedure, […]
Surgery fit for The Queen
It was recently announced by the BBC that The Queen has successfully undergone cataract surgery. Cataract removal is the most performed surgery in the UK and one of the safest. But what exactly is it? We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions all about cataract surgery. Does everyone develop a cataract? As we get […]
Contact Lens vs Laser Eye Surgery
Contact lenses vs laser eye surgery If you’re a contact lens wearer you’ve probably imagined how incredible it would be to be able to see without them. From lying in bed watching Netflix, to playing sport, there are all kinds of activities where it would be far easier if you could see without the need […]
Daily Record talks to LVS Consultant, Mr Jonathan Ross
The Daily Record recently interviewed Mr Jonathan Ross about his responsible approach to vision correction surgery. Read here why Mr Ross turns patients away from laser eye surgery. Preview: Most of us take good vision for granted, enjoying being able to play sports, read books and scroll through Instagram without blinking an eye. But for […]
Free Information Event
Date: Saturday 30th June Time: 12.30pm – 2pm Venue: Marriott Hotel, 111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh, EH12 8NF Consultant Ophthalmologist Jonathan Ross welcomes you to an event all about eye care. We welcome everyone interested in treatments for eye problems and would like expert advice on eye health. Mr Ross’s informative yet relaxed presentation will cover a variety of […]
All you need to know about Cataract Surgery – Part Three
Future goals for cataract surgery – where will cataract surgery be in 50 years time? Welcome to the final instalment in our three-part blog by Consultant Ophthalmologist, Mr Jonathan Ross. In the article, Jonathan predicts the innovations that are likely to come about in cataract surgery over the next half century. As cataract surgery gets […]
All you need to know about cataract surgery – Part two
In the second of our three part ‘All you need to know about cataract surgery’ blog, we lookout the major milestones in modern cataract surgery. Cataract surgery in its current form is 70 years old. During that time there has been a major innovation approximately every decade which has greatly improved outcomes. Here is a list of […]
All you need to know about Cataract Surgery – Part One
Welcome to the first of a three-blog special, covering all you need to know about cataract surgery by Consultant Ophthalmologist Jonathan Ross. Modern cataract surgery – the basics. Cataract surgery has been evolving and progressing continuously since the modern version of the procedure was introduced in 1949 in London. Today surgery is minimally invasive with […]