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Ms Valerie Saw

Ms Valerie Saw

Ophthalmologist

London, NW8 7JA

Verified profile
27 years of experience
Verified profile
27 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

5.00

6 patient reviews

1 professional endorsement

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

18 recommendations for:

Cataract Surgery(6)
Blepharitis(2)
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)(2)
Other(8)

Recent patient review

12 Nov 2023

Miss Valerie Saw recently performed very successful cataract surgery on both of my eyes and...

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About

Ms Valerie Saw is a world-renowned expert in her field and is currently based at Imperial College NHS Trust. She sees private patients at the Wellington Hospital, the London Clinic, and an Ultralase clinic in Harley Street.

She has expertise in the following areas:

  • Corneal transplants, including DMEK
  • LASIK and other laser refractive surgeries.
  • Cataract surgery using standard, toric, and multifocal lenses
  • Vision correction surgery, including implantable contact lens surgery, lens replacement surgery
  • Keratoconus surgery including cross-linking, DALK
  • Pterygium surgery
  • YAG laser capsulotomy.
  • Dry eye treatment
  • Stye/Chalazion treatment
  • Recurrent corneal erosion treatment
  • General Ophthalmology
  • Emergency Eye Care
  • Blepharitis
  • Cataracts
  • Vision correction surgery, including lens replacement and LASIK
  • Conjunctivitis
  • Keratoconus
  • watering eye
  • Corneal infections and scarring
  • Contact lens-related eye conditions

As a leader in her field, she is the only female currently listed among the top laser eye surgeons in the UK by Clinic Compare UK. She is renowned for her expertise and is also the first female president of the British Society for Refractive Surgery.

She trained at the University of Sydney, gaining the University Medal for placing first on the honours list. Following this, she trained in complex corneal cataract and refractive surgery after spending 4 years of advanced speciality training at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital.

She has made significant contributions to research in her field, particularly in the areas of corneal and cataract surgical techniques and inflammatory dry eye conditions.

In addition to her clinical work, she is a clinical lecturer based at the University College London Institute of Ophthalmology, where she undertook her PhD focusing on severe forms of dry eye ocular cicatricial pemphigoid (mucous membrane pemphigoid). She is also an examiner and supervisor for PhD students, and she regularly delivers lectures at both national and international scientific meetings. Additionally, she is an examiner for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists' certificate in laser and refractive surgery.



Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Cataract Surgery (33%)
  • Blepharitis (11%)
  • Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK) (11%)
  • Astigmatism (6%)
  • Cataracts (6%)
  • Others (33%)

Subspecialties
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Emergency Ophthalmology
  • Refractive Surgery / Surgical Solutions
  • Vision Correction Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Blepharitis
  • Astigmatism
  • Cataracts
  • Dry Eyes
  • Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
  • Corneal Disease
  • Corneal Ectasia
  • Demodex
  • Eye Infection
  • Eye Problem
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)
  • Lens Replacement Surgery
  • Amniotic Membrane Transplant
  • Complex Cataract Surgery
  • Complex Contact Lens Assessment
  • Corneal Cross Linking (CXL)
  • Corneal Transplantation
  • Eye Test
  • Eyelid Cyst (Chalazion) Surgery

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6069669


Qualifications
  • MB BS Hons I and University Medal - University of Sydney - 1997
  • FRANZCO - Royal Australian & NZ College of Ophthalmologists - 2004
  • PhD - University College London - 2009
  • FRCOphth - Royal College of Ophthalmologists - 2015
  • Certificate in Laser Refractive Surgery (Cert LRS) - Royal College of Ophthalmologists - 2011

languages spoken
  • English

insurers
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • April
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • CS Healthcare
  • Legal & General
  • Four Points Assistance
  • Norwich Union
  • The PHC
  • Benenden
  • Groupama
  • General Medical
  • health-on-line
  • Simply Health
  • Healix
  • The Exeter
  • Cigna
  • Saga Insurance
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Aviva Health
  • Aetna
  • Vitality Health

Location

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The Wellington Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK

4.64
(2513)
St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA
St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA
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13:30 - 17:00
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4.63
(227)
Floor 15, Thames View, Fulham Palace Road, London, United Kingdom, W6 8RF
Floor 15, Thames View, Fulham Palace Road, London, United Kingdom, W6 8RF
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4.61
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153-173 Marylebone Road, London, United Kingdom, NW1 5QH
153-173 Marylebone Road, London, United Kingdom, NW1 5QH
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09:00 - 18:00
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Thursday
08:30 - 18:30
Friday
09:00 - 13:00
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15 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9QQ
15 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9QQ
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Charing Cross Hospital Fulham Palace Road, London, UK, W6 8RF
Charing Cross Hospital Fulham Palace Road, London, UK, W6 8RF
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12:00 - 17:30
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128 Finchley Rd, London, United Kingdom, NW3 5HT
128 Finchley Rd, London, United Kingdom, NW3 5HT
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09:00 - 10:00
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Video consultation

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Online, Video Consultation, United Kingdom, W1
Online, Video Consultation, United Kingdom, W1
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Reviews

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Cataract Surgery (5)
Blepharitis (2)
Astigmatism (1)
Cataracts (1)
Dry Eyes (1)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

6 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Miss Valerie Saw recently performed very successful cataract surgery on both of my eyes and provided excellent advice and solutions to manage and significantly improve my dry eye and blepharitis conditions. Miss Saw is highly professional, extremely thorough, and communicated brilliantly throughout the whole process, so I felt confident every step of the way. During my initial consultation Miss Saw identified some complications with my left eye. She ensured further tests were carried out where required, to ensure the surgery would be a success. Miss Saw clearly explained: my diagnosis; all of my options; and provided excellent information regarding the surgery and aftercare. During the surgeries she explained what was happening, as a result I felt at ease during the operations. She is very patient and was willing to answer all my questions and is very personable and has great people skills. Miss Saw provided excellent aftercare and is supported by a great team who made sure I was looked after extremely well during the whole procedure. I now have a “new set of eyes” and can see clearly, and colours are bright, and details are sharp. I highly recommend Miss Saw, she is highly professional, very thorough, exceptionally knowledgeable, she communicated brilliantly, was incredibly patient and is very personable. Thank you so much!

12 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery
Blepharitis
Dry Eyes

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Ms Saw is a fantastic consultant who made an effort to go the extra mile and ensure I had a smooth procedure. My recovery post surgery has been pretty seamless, mostly due to the guidance Ms Saw gave and her willingness to answer questions and be on hand when needed.

14 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Saw was extremely professional and quickly diagnosed the cause of my eye problem and thoroughly explained in detail how the eye could treated.

23 Mar 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery
Blepharitis
Lens Replacement Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I felt incredibly lucky to have my cataracts removed by Ms Valerie Saw. She has a number of qualities that I think any eye doctor -- or maybe any doctor -- should have. She is remarkably attentive to her patients and explains what is happening or going to happen at every step of the way, which is particularly important for such a scary procedure as lens replacement. She also has a fantastic lightness of touch -- I have never met any doctor who would be so delicate with a patient. Apart from performing a difficult cataract removal procedure ( and my right eye, she told me, presented a problem because the cataract was difficult to remove) , she also helped me with a simpler but a very annoying condition known as a 'dry eye'. I had had it for over eight months, when she taught me the technique of hot compresses which brought a wonderful relief. This was before the operations. Now that the condition has returned and I am fighting it again, I feel grateful to Valerie because she had warned me that this might happen and also that it might last up to six months – it is always best to know what to expect. This feeling that I have been warned and know what is going on was my experience all through the worrying time of cataract removals. I felt that I was in good hands. And finally, I am of course, most grateful for the vision I now have. I have been short-sighted and wearing glasses since I was nine. It was a wonderful relief when after moving to Britain in the early 1990's I started wearing contact lenses, which I have been doing for 28 years. Unfortunately, the cataracts made the world much darker and removing them was like seeing the light for the first time. I can both drive and work at my computer without spectacles, which is wonderful. I was particularly satisfied with my vision when last week I went to see Cezanne's exhibition in Tate Modern. I have seen all the colours , all the brushstrokes so clearly, that although I had seen many paintings of Cezanne previously, this was a revelation and an ultimate joy.

22 Oct 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

VS was very thorough, reassuring and personable from the first to the final consultation. She was very careful throughout and I was extremely confident that I was in very safe hands. Everything was properly explained and I am delighted with the outcome. The whole procedure went as planned and I did not experience any problems. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

13 Oct 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Regrettably I have had to see many doctors lately. Valerie Saw must be one of the most competent , gentle , patient , practical and caring doctors I have come across

15 Aug 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Astigmatism
Cataracts
Cataract Surgery
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Cataract Surgery (1)
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK) (1)
Corneal Cross Linking (CXL) (1)
Corneal Transplantation (1)

1 endorsement

An expert in cornea and refractive conditions, I have referred many happy patients to Ms Saw for her comprehensive approach to patients with advanced corneal conditions requiring the highest level of experience, I have full confidence in Ms Saw!

12 Feb 2024
Endorsed for
Specialist Contact Lenses
Cataract Surgery
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)
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Mr Richard Lee

Ophthalmology
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FAQ

What are Ms Valerie Saw's reviews like?

Ms Valerie Saw's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 6 reviews

What languages does Ms Valerie Saw speak?

Ms Valerie Saw speaks English

Where is Ms Valerie Saw located?

Ms Valerie Saw primarily practices at The Wellington Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA
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What are Ms Valerie Saw working hours?

Ms Valerie Saw is working Monday (09:00 - 18:00, 09:00 - 10:00), Tuesday (12:00 - 17:30), Wednesday (13:30 - 17:00), Thursday (08:30 - 18:30), Friday (09:00 - 13:00)

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