MBBS BSc (Hons) FRCOphth Cert LRS
15 years of experience
London, W1G 9TF
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15 years of experience
London, W1G 9TF
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31 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Vimalendran Ratheesh, Mr Ali Mearza and 1 other professional
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Miss Masara Laginaf is an award-winning consultant eye surgeon specialising in laser and lens vision correction, cataract surgery with premium lenses and corneal surgery. She teams meticulous surgical planning and technique with cutting edge technology to achieve the best possible results for her patients.
Miss Laginaf graduated with Distinction from the world-leading University College London Medical School. She achieved advanced undergraduate ophthalmology training at Moorfields Eye Hospital and was awarded the Certificate of Merit in Ophthalmology. She completed her medical elective in cornea and refractive surgery alongside the renowned Professor Jonathan Moore in Northern Ireland.
Miss Laginaf undertook postgraduate medical and surgical training at the Royal Free Hospital, London before commencing specialised ophthalmic surgical training in the Kent, Surrey and Sussex Rotation. She subsequently completed two and a half years of advanced subspecialist fellowship training including
• Cornea, external eye disease and femtosecond laser cataract surgery at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
• Cornea, cataract and refractive surgery at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital (UCL Partners) and OCL Vision
Miss Laginaf is one of a handful of surgeons in the UK who has been fellowship trained in femtosecond laser cataract surgery and refractive laser eye surgery. She is the first OCL Vision trained fellow of refractive surgery, having honed her skills training under world-leading refractive surgeons with access to the most advanced laser technology.
She previously ran the tertiary corneal service and fellowship programme at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital as locum consultant ophthalmologist. In her role, she established the import of USA corneal tissue for transplantation to battle national shortages, and the use of innovative amnion technology for corneal healing.
Miss Laginaf’s current research interests include laser and lens solutions for presbyopia. Her work has been published in multiple peer-reviewed journals. She is an invited speaker both nationally and internationally and regularly presents research at international meetings. She is a member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists’ prestigious Surgical Skills Faculty, and is actively engaged in training eye surgeons in advanced surgical techniques. Miss Laginaf is a key opinion leader for Rayner, the original intraocular lens company, with the ability to adopt the latest lens technology rapidly.
Miss Laginaf is a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (FRCOphth) and has attained The Certificate of Laser Refractive Surgery (Cert LRS) qualifying her to practice independent laser refractive surgery in the UK. She is on the GMC specialist register for ophthalmology and is recognised by major insurers.
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General Medical Council
No. 7169756
University College London, University of London
Medicine
Graduated 2011
BSc (Hons) Clinical Sciences with History of Medicine University College London 2008
MB BS Distinction University College London 2011
Fellowship of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (FRCOphth) 2018
Certificate of Laser Refractive surgery (Cert LRS) 2021
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£20055 New Cavendish Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9TF
Centennial Park, Ground Floor, Unit 501, Centennial Ave, Elstree, United Kingdom, WD6 3FG
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Miss Masara Laginaf demonstrates a caring, professional, kind, and knowledgeable approach with her patients, providing clear explanations throughout the entire treatment process. She performs procedures such as Lasek, LASIK, ICL, and cataract surgery, achieving excellent vision outcomes and restored sight for many patients. Miss Laginaf makes patients feel at ease, showing incredible skills and extensive expertise from initial consultation through to comprehensive aftercare. Patients often experience life-changing visual improvements for various vision issues through successful ophthalmic interventions.
From our very first consultation, Ms. Laginaf put me completely at ease. She is an exceptionally talented surgeon. She conducted a remarkably thorough examination and took the time to explain the entire cataract treatment and lens selection process in detail. She answered every single question I had with patience, clarity, and genuine warmth. Waking up with clear, bright, cataract-free sight has completely restored my quality of life. I cannot recommend Ms. Masara Laginaf highly enough!
A true Goddess of Vision! I can't recommend Miss Masra Laginaf of OCL Vision highly enough. I was referred to Miss Laginaf by my optometrist for cataract surgery on both eyes. At almost 60, I was very anxious about the procedure, but she put me at ease from our very first consultation. She explained my diagnosis thoroughly and took the time to talk me through each treatment option. Her advice was honest and clear, and she never rushed me. I always felt listened to and fully informed before making any decisions. Both surgeries went smoothly, and the follow-up care was just as attentive. More than nine weeks on, I have good distance vision and comfortable near vision without needing prescription glasses. That's a better result than I had hoped for. I would highly recommend Miss Masara Laginaf to anyone considering cataract surgery. She is skilled and reassuring, and she cares about her patients. To me, she is truly a Goddess of Vision. Thank you!
Miss Masara was very professional and caring in her treatment. She explained the procedure fully and followed it up with a phone call next day to ensure that I was all well. My vision has improved so much that I am surprised myself. Thank you Miss Masara for the care you gave.
LASIK at OCL Vision by Ms Masara Laginaf. What an amazing, life-changing experience! I cannot speak highly enough of Masara and her incredible OCL team. There are simply no words to express how grateful I am, but here we go, I’m going to try. From the very first appointment to the moment I opened my eyes after surgery, I felt completely cared for, reassured and in the safest of hands. From the moment I met Masara during the initial consultation, I felt a genuine level of care and a warm kindness that reassured me I was being looked after by one of the leading ophthalmic surgeons in the world. Masara is truly that and more. What touched me the most was that I never felt like I was simply another patient. I felt cared for as a person. Her warmth, compassion and professionalism were exceptional. Masara made me feel like I truly mattered to her, and that is a kindness I will carry with me long after the gift she has given me of being able to see clearly. During the actual procedure, I clearly remember Masara’s voice, which was like that of a calming angel. She didn’t need to say much; somehow, she just knew exactly when to speak and what to say. There was something so gentle and reassuring about the way she spoke to me, and her words came at just the right moments, quietly soothing me through the procedure and making me feel completely at ease. It takes a very special person to make someone feel so calm and safe during a procedure, and Masara has that gift. I am deeply grateful to her and the team at OCL Vision for looking after me so wonderfully. Thank you, Masara, from...
Read moreIncredible attention to details and explained the situation in simple terms.

Dear Patient, Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that Ms Laginaf provided such incredible attention to detail and explained your cataract treatment so clearly. Ensuring our patients feel fully informed and reassured is a key part of the care we strive to deliver at OCL Vision. Best regards, The OCL Vision Team
I saw Miss Masara Laginaf at OCL Vision for cataract surgery in both eyes and had EDOF Toric lens replacements. I cannot rate Miss Masara Laginaf and the team at OCL Vision highly enough for their attentiveness, excellent communication and care, before, during and after surgery. I highly recommend Miss Masara Laginaf and the OCL Vision team.

Dear patient, Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We are delighted to hear about your positive experience at OCL Vision and that your cataract surgery with EDOF Toric lens replacements achieved such a successful outcome. Your kind words about Miss Masara Laginaf and the wider OCL Vision team, particularly regarding their attentiveness, clear communication and care before, during and after surgery, are greatly appreciated and will be shared with everyone involved. Thank you also for your strong recommendation, it means a great deal to the entire team. We wish you continued good health and clear vision. Best regards, The OCL Vision Team
The outstanding treatment and care exceeded my expectations. Having been shocked to find I had advanced cataracts in both eyes I was concerned about the treatment and finding a good ophthalmologist to carry this out. I was fortunate enough to treated by Masara Laginaf at OCL Vision. She was excellent at every stage, providing clear explanations of the procedure and expected outcomes, responding to my email questions and making the surgery itself a pleasant experience (which thoroughly surprised me!) I can now fully see without the need for glasses or contacts and I am thrilled. I thoroughly recommend Masara and OCL Vision. 5 out of 5 stars.

Dear patient, Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review. We are absolutely delighted to hear that your experience with Ms Laginaf and the team at OCL Vision not only met but exceeded your expectations. Discovering you had advanced cataracts in both eyes must have been unsettling, so we are especially pleased to know you felt fully supported and reassured throughout the process. It is wonderful that Ms Laginaf's clear communication, responsiveness and surgical expertise helped make your journey a positive one, even turning surgery into a surprisingly pleasant experience. Hearing that you can now enjoy clear vision without glasses or contact lenses is truly rewarding. Thank you again for your glowing recommendation. We wish you continued good health and crystal-clear vision. Best regards, The OCL Vision Team.
I am so happy with my experience, as you know I was very concerned as my mother had a bad experience, but I received the most absolute best experience with you, Masara, From the moment I walked in, the staff were super friendly and made me feel at ease. You are an amazing eye surgeon – incredible skills, you explained everything clearly, and made me feel super comfortable throughout the whole process. Your attention to detail and care is second to none. The facilities at OCL Vision are also top quality, and the whole team made sure I was looked after. I couldn't recommend Dr. Masara Laginaf and OCL Vision more! 😊 Thank you so much for your care!

Thank you so much for sharing your heartfelt feedback. We are absolutely thrilled to hear how pleased you are with your experience at OCL Vision, especially after the understandable concerns you had. It means a great deal to know that you felt reassured, comfortable, and so well cared for from the moment you arrived. Ms Masara Laginaf will be truly touched by your kind words. Her calm, clear communication and meticulous approach are qualities we deeply value, and we are delighted they made such a difference to your journey. We also appreciate your praise for our team and facilities — creating a welcoming, supportive environment is at the heart of everything we do. Thank you again for your trust and recommendation. We wish you continued good health and lasting clarity of vision. Best regards, The OCL Vision Team
I highly recommend Miss Masara Laginaf if you are considering any eye surgery. I was apprehensive and nervous when considering Lasek eye surgery, but from the first consultation Ms Laginaf explained the process with such expert knowledge and detail, and was able to answer any questions I had. Most importantly, she was incredibly reassuring and was able to listen and answer all my questions with kindness. From arriving with anxiety about the procedure, I left feeling nothing but excitement! During the surgery, it was clear that Ms Laginaf is highly experienced and an expert in the field. The procedure was done in no time at all, and all the way throughout Ms Laginaf continued to put me at complete ease and reduced any nerves completely. Her entire team were incredibly kind, warm and caring. She was incredibly generous with her time throughout the consultations, procedures and even afterwards where I had follow up questions. If you are thinking about laser eye surgery, then I highly recommend reaching out to Ms Laginaf for a kind, caring and compassionate Opthalmologist, with extensive expertise and knowledge.

Dear patient, Thank you so much for your heartfelt and detailed feedback. We are absolutely delighted to hear about your positive experience with Miss Masara Laginaf at OCL Vision. It is truly rewarding to know that Miss Laginaf’s expert knowledge, clear communication and compassionate manner helped transform your initial apprehension into excitement. Her ability to reassure and guide patients with such care and attentiveness is a hallmark of the personalised approach we pride ourselves on at OCL Vision. We are also pleased that you felt so well supported throughout every stage of your LASEK surgery and by the kindness of the wider team. Your strong recommendation means a great deal and will no doubt be helpful to others considering laser eye surgery. We wish you continued good health and clear, confident vision. Best regards, The OCL Vision Team.
Masara was friendly, very professional and exuded confidence. She was highly recommended by friends and we would have no hesitation in recommending her to others.

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased to hear that your experience with Ms Laginaf was such a positive one. It is wonderful to know that her professionalism, warmth and confidence left a lasting impression, and we are especially grateful for your kind recommendation. At OCL Vision, we strive to provide expert, personalised care, and it is clear Miss Laginaf delivered just that. We wish you continued good health and clear vision. Best regards, The OCL Vision Team
An excellent doctor We trained together at UCL Advancing very well in her field I’ve been very impressed with her work and career
19 Aug 2024
Dr Vimalendran Ratheesh
General PractitionerAn exceptional surgeon and colleague with great people skills as well as surgical ability.
11 Dec 2023
Mr Ali Mearza
OphthalmologistMasara is a superb surgeon. She combines a caring bedside manner with meticulous surgical planning and execution. I would trust her to do my own surgery
11 Dec 2023
Mr Allon Barsam
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Miss Masara Laginaf's overall patient rating is 4.93 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 41 reviews.
What languages does Miss Masara Laginaf speak?
Miss Masara Laginaf speaks English
Where is Miss Masara Laginaf located?
Miss Masara Laginaf primarily practices at OCL Vision London, located at 55 New Cavendish Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9TF
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Miss Masara Laginaf is working Tuesday (09:00 - 18:00), Thursday (09:00 - 18:00), Friday (09:00 - 17:00)
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