Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) specialists in London

Safarian and Simon Opticians is a highly renowned award-winning independent, healthcare-focused therapeutic optometrist clinic located in the elegant and tranquil residential area of St John’s Wood, London. The beautifully designed clinic has been providing eye care services since 1970 and has an outstanding reputation when it comes to providing caring and continuous attention to each patient as an individual in a calming environment. With two regular specialist optometrist on site Monday to Saturday, the continuity of care is unrivalled. Safarian and Simon Opticians offers a range of services, including comprehensive eye exams, complex contact lens fittings, assessing for cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and providing glasses prescriptions. They can also uniquely prescribe eye medicine for infections and inflammation. They have a special interest in dry eye treatments including a unique range of hands on treatment with Intense Pulse Light (IPL), Low light level photobiomodulation, Zest and Blephex eyelid cleaning, Punctal plugs, lacrimal gland irrigation, Meibomian gland probing and Amniotic membrane contact lenses. They use state-of-the-art equipment for eye health consultations including the most accurate Ocular Coherance Tomograhy (OCT) the Heidelberg Spectralis (as seen on the NASA space station), the widest retinal imaging device-Optomap and corneal topography. They do not use the typical ‘puff of air’ for eye pressure, they ensure the eye health is paramount to the exam. The dispensing of spectacles is with cutting-edge designer eyewear coupled with optimum spectacle measurement with the Zeiss Visufit 1000. They also have a lab on site and can provide some spectacles within the hour. The clinic deals directly with reputable manufacturers and suppliers, so they have total confidence in the products they sell and the services they offer. The team at Safarian and Simon Opticians is friendly, highly skilled, and takes pride in their optometric and design expertise. They have received several awards and accolades for their exceptional service, including runners up at the Optician Awards 2021/2022/2023 for Enhanced practice and Technology practice. They are voted the best Opticians in London 2023. Voted technology practice of the year 2024 & 2025. With over 750 5* Google reviews, this is the most sought after opticians.

Shirley Oaks Hospital, part of Circle Health Group is a leading purpose-built private hospital located in Croydon, Surrey. We provide inpatient, day-case and outpatient services for both private and NHS patients living in and around South London, Surrey and Kent. Our team of specialist consultants and highly trained medical and administrative staff are committed to providing outstanding quality service and professional care. Our hospital has 18 beds, 3 theatres, a JAG-accredited endoscopy suite and an Ambulatory care unit. All our bedrooms offer privacy and comfort with full en-suite facilities with bath or shower, Freeview TV, telephone, and free WiFi. We currently provide treatment in a wide variety of specialities: Orthopaedic surgery General surgery Gynaecology Ophthalmology Gastroenterology Urology Anaesthesiology Ear, nose and throat Plastic Surgery Neurosurgery Our hospital has recently benefited from considerable investment, and we now have an on-site physiotherapy suite with a gymnasium and a brand-new state-of-the-art Imagine Suite. The hospital is a short drive from East Croydon Train Station and is situated just off the A232 making it easily accessible by car or public transport and there is ample free parking available on site. Booking an appointment is quick and easy, and you can usually be seen within 48 hours of initial enquiry. Our friendly and professional team look forward to welcoming you to the hospital.

Kings Oak Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, is a highly regarded private hospital based in Enfield, North London, easily accessible from the A10 and the M25. We work with London’s top consultants who are specialists in supporting our patients with their orthopaedic, gynaecology, oncology and general surgery needs to name a few, and we also offer children and young peoples services on-site. The hospital takes great pride in the services we provide to our patients and the facilities in which we do so. Kings Oak Hospital is known for Our Macmillan-accredited Cedar Ward which provides specialised care and support to our oncology patients and our Acorn ward which provides a child-friendly space for our younger patients and their families. Our Multi-disciplinary team of skilled staff provide care to all our patients in a comfortable and safe environment. Some of the main private treatments include: Hip surgery Knee surgery Gynaecology Urology Oncology services Paediatric services