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In the world of ophthalmology, the role of a consultant extends far beyond patient care. For some, it also encompasses the critical task of training the next generation of surgeons. At SpaMedica, one of the UK’s leading providers of NHS cataract surgery, Mfazo Hove’s passion for teaching is…
Cataract surgery can be life-changing – but immediately after surgery it’s likely you’ll need to tweak your health and beauty routine to help your eye recover safely and well. Keeping bacteria out of the eye, to avoid infections and reduce any complications is vital. Keep reading for 10…
A team of SpaMedica employees from Gloucestershire, ranging in age from their mid-twenties to mid-seventies, are taking on a unique cycling challenge to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. Led by Sarah Sheehan, a hospital manager at SpaMedica in Gloucester, they will be embarking on a static bike…
“I knew I was in good hands,” says grandfather-of-six, who was head of Templars Primary for 26 years Many teachers love running into past students and hearing about their achievements as adults. While these chance encounters often occur at the supermarket or while running errands, a retired headteacher…
Thousands of cataract patients in Somerset will soon be able to see clearly again, as SpaMedica officially opens the doors to its new Taunton eye hospital. The brand new, state-of-the-art clinic is based at Portland House on Deane Gate Avenue. It provides cataract surgery and YAG laser capsulotomy…
Residents of Portsmouth can access NHS cataract surgery and YAG laser capsulotomy closer to home, thanks to the opening of a brand new, state-of-the-art eye hospital. SpaMedica, one of the country’s leading providers of NHS eye health services, is welcoming patients to its new hospital at Shore House,…
SpaMedica to host over 200 optometrists and ophthalmologists at the Hilton Deansgate this September An event which aims to bring together leading professionals in the field of optometry to share innovative techniques, best practices, and the most recent developments in cataract surgery is now open for bookings. The…
Residents of retirement villages across the North West were visited by eye experts from SpaMedica recently, for an interactive discussion on cataracts – the leading cause of vision impairment and blindness. The sessions were part of a tour called ‘Life Through the Lens’ and addressed how to spot…
Leading NHS eye health provider SpaMedica has expanded its leadership team with the appointment of Jamie Hanson, in the newly-created role of Director of Central Operations. Jamie joins the company’s board of directors from his previous role as Operations Director at Alliance Medical, and will take responsibility for…
People across Derbyshire will benefit from fast, high quality and personalised NHS eye care, thanks to a brand new, state-of-the-art eye hospital now open in Chesterfield. SpaMedica’s latest hospital will offer NHS cataract surgery to patients across the region – with over 12,000 Derbyshire residents estimated to live…
Platinum accreditation from global industry body Investors in People puts company in top 7% of organisations worldwide Leading NHS eye health provider SpaMedica has been recognised for its ‘remarkable effort’ in supporting and developing its employees, receiving the highest possible rating from global HR body Investors in People…
June is Cataract Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating people about one of the leading causes of vision impairment and blindness worldwide. SpaMedica is one of the country’s leading providers of NHS cataract surgery and we spoke to their Chief Medical Officer, Dr Alex Silvester, to address…