Visual impairment specialists in London

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.

Harley Vision is a renowned laser eye clinic based in London with specialist expertise in the treatment of complex refractive, cataract and corneal conditions. These include cataracts, keratoconus and pterygium, as well as recurrent corneal erosion syndrome and Fuchs endothelial dystrophy. Established in 2023, Harley Vision offers a wide range of ophthalmology procedures, including cataract surgery, cornea transplants, and refractive lens exchange. With particular expertise in YAG laser capsulotomy and PTK laser, the clinic also provides pterygium surgery, corneal collagen cross-linking, and ICL (implantable collamer lens) surgery. Harley Vision emphasises honesty, transparency and compassionate, evidence-based care. Patients are seen by a consultant from the beginning, starting with the pre-surgical assessment and testing to surgery and follow-up. The clinic’s highly experienced team is led by clinical director Mr Mukhtar Bizrah, multi-award-winning specialist who is board-certified in the UK, Canada and Europe. Through Harley Vision, patients can access the latest diagnostic technology, along with cutting-edge technologies such as the Schwind Amaris eye laser system, iDesign laser technology, and Zeiss Visumax/MEL90 lasers. The clinic also employs AI technology, and also provides custom-made lens implants from leading providers like Alcon, Raynor and J&J.

For over 50 years, The Wellington Hospital has delivered outstanding private healthcare in St John's Wood. With more than 1,000 specialist consultants, 30 intensive care beds and a JAG-accredited endoscopy centre, it offers comprehensive care in cardiology, oncology, neurology, neurosurgery, orthopaedics, gastroenterology and gynaecology — within a campus of specialist facilities. What medical services does it specialise in? The Wellington Hospital brings together leading specialists across cardiology, medical oncology (cancer care), gastroenterology (digestive health, with a JAG-accredited endoscopy centre), orthopaedic surgery, neurology, neurosurgery, general surgery and obstetrics and gynaecology, with over 1,000 consultants across specialist multidisciplinary teams. What tests and treatments does it offer? Some of the medical tests and care services offered at The Wellington Hospital include: Cancer treatment Endoscopy (JAG-accredited centre) MRI Spinal surgery Echocardiogram Colonoscopy CT scan Cardiac screening What quality and safety standards does The Wellington Hospital meet? The Wellington Hospital holds a CQC Good rating and has served patients for over 50 years. It operates 30 intensive care beds, a JAG-accredited endoscopy centre and consultant-led multidisciplinary teams across all major specialties. Where is The Wellington Hospital located? 8A Wellington Place, St John's Wood, NW8. Near St John's Wood Underground (short walk). Street parking available in St John's Wood and Maida Vale. What other HCA Healthcare UK centres are there in Central London? Other locations within the Wellington Hospital campus include The Wellington Hospital Outpatients at Lodge Road — the largest private outpatient centre in the UK, treating over 30,000 patients each year — and Golders Green Outpatients and Diagnostics Centre on Golders Green Road, North London, providing outpatient consultations and comprehensive diagnostics.