Cataract Surgery

Reassuring and calm overall manner.

I was operated on yesterday for a cataract at Charing Cross Hospital. in the wake of Covid 19 I was the only patient and so my time at the hospital was very quiet and peaceful and focussed. Mr. Aziz was very good at explaining what would happen, and during the operation very good at telling me what was about to happen which helped to make me feel calmer. it was a good experience for a very nervous patient

I was booked for my 2nd mono-focal cataract replacement. I really wanted multi-focal and did not know where and how to research. I prayed to God and then Met Mr Hove at my NHS appt for the surgery. He didn’t suggest the tri-focal lens, I asked. He did not push, but in answer to my questions explained what he offered. If I had him do the surgery, it would mean a trip to London from Scotland, in one day with that expense on top of the surgery. He suggested asking around to see who would do the same in Aberdeenshire, but having found the expert, there was no other choice. I felt confident that he was telling me the truth as he explained the possible outcomes, risks and even when I asked if I’d then have perfect vision, “No”, but the best I could have, and not need glasses. The date was set for March 26, then the Covid lockdown postponed it all. As soon as restrictions started to ease, Mr Hove booked me for July 9, for a Trifocal lens to one eye and a sulcoflex Trifocal to the eye already done, both in the one day. I am also grateful to secretary Lavinia, who kept in touch and answered all my travel questions. The whole experience was fabulous. The actual surgery was stress free, without sedation. The hospital rooms were fresh and clean and the staff friendly. I could see straight away, but It took a couple of days to be able to read well, as was to be expected, and as Mr Hove had explained. Mr Hove kept in touch the day after the surgery, then at 4 weeks and a couple of times I have been in touch, receiving a quick response. It means so much to be able to have approachable access to the Consultant. Nine weeks later, I am still excited every day to wake up and not have to reach for my glasses which I have worn since I was a teen. I am excited every day that I don’t need to use reading glasses. I am so glad that I met Mr Hove. I will keep telling friends about him. THANK YOU MR HOVE!

Cataract surgery: My experience was very good, the medical staff took time to explain everything and they made sure I was comfortable and pain-free, The surgery was fast and seemed to be over swiftly.

I would recommend my surgeon to my friends and family. Everything was very good.