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- Category: Company News
- Welcoming Lisa Jordan as Our New Chief Commercial Officer
- Celebrating World Optometry Day: Supporting Global Vision with Lions Clubs
- SpaMedica Launches Glaucoma Service
- World Book Day: Celebrity style expert shares vision health warning as one million+ struggle to read
- SpaMedica to showcase ‘brilliant detail’ at 100% Optical 2025
- MP visits SpaMedica Taunton
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Cambridge city centre
- SpaMedica launches pre-reg training programme to support future generations of optometrists
- MP visits SpaMedica Sale
- SpaMedica opens new diagnostic clinic on the Isle of Wight, bringing cataract care closer to home for local NHS patients
- SpaMedica Chelmsford is on the move
- Local MP leads opening ceremony for SpaMedica Portsmouth
- Sight loss charity praises SpaMedica for fantastic fundraising efforts
- SpaMedica expands macula service to support more NHS patients living with sight-threatening conditions
- SpaMedica Sale welcomes patients from across Greater Manchester
- SpaMedica Preston celebrates five years of ‘Outstanding’ patient care
- SpaMedica opens new eye hospital in Swindon, bringing cataract surgery closer to home for local NHS patients
- New research reveals a quarter of cataract sufferers feel ‘unsafe’
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Luton, offering reduced waiting times for local NHS patients
- Inspiring the next generation: SpaMedica consultant takes pride in supervising trainee surgeons
- Team from SpaMedica Gloucester takes on cycling challenge for charity
- Top marks for Coventry hospital staff reunited with former headteacher during ‘incredible’ cataract surgery
- SpaMedica opens new eye hospital in Taunton
- Patients in Portsmouth will benefit from high quality care and quick access to treatment at new SpaMedica hospital
- Eye health professionals invited to Manchester for cataract surgery conference
- North West retirement communities welcome SpaMedica eye experts, as part of a regional tour demystifying cataract surgery
- Jamie Hanson steps into Director of Central Operations role at SpaMedica
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Chesterfield
- SpaMedica awarded top international HR accolade for employee support and development
- SpaMedica nurse returns from sight-saving assignment in Ethiopia with eye charity Orbis
- ‘The biggest jump in confidence’: SpaMedica officially launches STEPS development programme for NHS trainee ophthalmologists
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Carlisle, offering free NHS cataract surgery in just 4 to 8 weeks
- Now open in Worcester: new SpaMedica eye hospital welcomes NHS patients
- New eye hospital in Dalston offers NHS cataract surgery in just 4-8 weeks
- SpaMedica achieves its 13th ‘Outstanding’ CQC rating
- Haydock is home to new SpaMedica eye hospital
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Colchester
- SpaMedica Truro welcomes NHS patients
- World leading ophthalmology experts join line-up at free optometry summit in Bristol
- SpaMedica Doncaster is rated ‘Outstanding’ by industry inspectors
- New Bolton-based office space for UK’s largest provider of NHS cataract surgery
- New eye hospital in North Tyneside marks major milestone for SpaMedica
- Carol praises cataract surgery at SpaMedica Wakefield and celebrates becoming the hospital’s 20,000th patient
- SpaMedica Newcastle-under-Lyme – rated ‘outstanding’ for NHS patient care – welcomes MP Aaron Bell
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Telford
- SpaMedica celebrates 15 years of industry innovation and unrivalled patient care
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Bexhill
- The path to qualification: NHS trainee ophthalmologist’s fast-paced placement boosts his skillset, as he looks ahead to managing his own busy theatre
- Newcastle-under-Lyme becomes 12th SpaMedica hospital to achieve an ‘Outstanding’ CQC rating
- Community optometrists attend SpaMedica Poole to celebrate the hospital’s ‘Outstanding’ inspection outcome
- New Swansea eye hospital officially opened by Lord Mayor
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Oxford
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Chester
- Cataract care at Peterborough eye hospital rated ‘outstanding’ by Care Quality Commission
- Looking out for his colleague: observant Amit’s rapid action helps Lynsey avoid serious sight damage
- SpaMedica recognised by charity for its work in caring for patients with dementia
- SpaMedica praised by health watchdog, as number of hospitals awarded ‘outstanding’ CQC rating hits double figures
- Over 200 optometrists benefit from free training summit delivered by SpaMedica
- Cataract care at Gloucester eye hospital graded as ‘outstanding’ by Care Quality Commission
- SpaMedica Stockton welcomes Matt Vickers MP
- Cataract care at Stockton eye hospital rated ‘outstanding’ by Care Quality Commission
- Giving back to the sector – with world-class technology and expertise: spotlight on SpaMedica’s training provision
- Cataract care at Romford eye hospital rated ‘outstanding’ by health watchdog
- Cataract care at Bromley eye hospital rated ‘outstanding’ by Care Quality Commission
- SpaMedica at the RCNi Nursing Careers and Jobs Fair in London
- A decade of outstanding service: SpaMedica duo celebrates double figures
- SpaMedica at the Association of Independent Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Conference 2022
- New eye hospital now open in Solihull
- What role does a CEO play in the healthcare industry?
- Cataract care at Preston eye hospital graded as ‘outstanding’ by industry inspectors
- New eye hospital now open in Doncaster
- Cataract care at SpaMedica Widnes graded as ‘outstanding’ by industry inspectors
- Patient survey shows cataract surgery drastically improves quality of life
- New eye hospital now open in Leeds
- Quality of cataract care at SpaMedica endorsed, with over 99.5% of patients complication-free, surpassing national average
- New eye hospital now open in Oldham
- SpaMedica Skelmersdale is rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission
- 100% Optical Event
- ‘Relatively’ speaking, patient care is a family affair at Newcastle-Under-Lyme eye hospital
- SpaMedica celebrates International Women’s Day by putting the spotlight on Professor Christine Purslow, Director of Optometry
- Cataract care at Wakefield hospital praised as ‘exemplary’, with regulator awarding SpaMedica ‘outstanding’ rating
- SpaMedica Manchester celebrates treating 20,000 patients
- SpaMedica recruitment milestone represents 900% growth in five years
- SpaMedica expands its cataract surgery training programmes for NHS doctors across England
- SpaMedica achieves great quality surgery outcomes for cataract surgery patients
- SpaMedica shortlisted for the Public Health England Antibiotic Guardian Award | Antibiotic Guardian 2019 Awards
- Category: Eye Health
- World Book Day: Celebrity style expert shares vision health warning as one million+ struggle to read
- Love is in the air… and experts say it’s good for your health!
- 10 lifestyle tips to help recovery after cataract surgery
- North West retirement communities welcome SpaMedica eye experts, as part of a regional tour demystifying cataract surgery
- Cataract Awareness Month: Expert Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
- How hayfever and allergies affect your eyes – our eye experts explain
- Is there any link between cataracts and Dementia?
- Top 5 Vitamins for Maintaining Good Eye Health, According to Ophthalmologists
- Glaucoma – what you need to know
- SpaMedica Marks Cataract Awareness Month
- Looking out for his colleague: observant Amit’s rapid action helps Lynsey avoid serious sight damage
- How to reduce eye strain when working with a computer
- AMD Awareness Month: Understanding and Managing Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- Does alcohol affect cataracts?
- The cost-of-living crisis and its impact on eye health
- Hallucinations – a common (but surprising!) side effect of vision loss
- Top tips for looking after your eyes
- What does vision look like with cataracts?
- Cheshire resident ‘beyond grateful’ to cataract surgeon who restored her sight – and made vital tumour referral
- What are the 3 types of cataracts?
- What happens if there are complications during my cataract surgery?
- Technology and the impact it has on our eyes
- Medications that can affect your eyesight: Hydroxychloroquine/Plaquenil
- Driving after being diagnosed with cataracts
- Glaucoma Awareness
- Cataract surgery reduces the risk of dementia by up to 30%
- Why you should be wearing sunglasses all year round
- When is the best time to have cataract surgery?
- Tips to keep your eyes healthy this winter
- Living with low vision | National Eye Health Week
- 5 ways to manage your eyesight when waiting for cataract surgery
- 8 essential eye care tips for the summer
- 5 ways diabetes can affect your eye health
- Protect your eyes and prevent cataracts | Top tips to shield your eyes from the sun
- Caring for someone with cataracts
- Healthy living tips to help reduce the risk of cataracts
- Why you should have regular eye tests and other health issues eye tests can identify
- Dry eyes and how you can treat them
- Understanding age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
- Three reasons why we must raise awareness about age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
- Cataract Information: 7 Facts You Need To Know About Cataracts
- The Association of Optometrists (AOP) tackle smoking and eye health in their first public campaign
- Cataract surgery, eye health and social connections | How our family may help us to see the world
- The most common eye conditions in the elderly
- Cataracts and depression | Sight loss linked to poor mental health in the elderly
- The wider health implications of cataracts and vision loss on an individual’s quality of life and physical health
- A guide to using eye drops | National Eye Health Week
- Category: Hospital Inspection Outcomes
- SpaMedica Newcastle-under-Lyme – rated ‘outstanding’ for NHS patient care – welcomes MP Aaron Bell
- Cataract care at Peterborough eye hospital rated ‘outstanding’ by Care Quality Commission
- SpaMedica Liverpool receives glowing report from industry inspectors
- SpaMedica Poole graded as ‘outstanding’ by Care Quality Commission
- Cataract care at Gloucester eye hospital graded as ‘outstanding’ by Care Quality Commission
- Cataract care at Stockton eye hospital rated ‘outstanding’ by Care Quality Commission
- Cataract care at Romford eye hospital rated ‘outstanding’ by health watchdog
- Cataract care at Bromley eye hospital rated ‘outstanding’ by Care Quality Commission
- Cataract care at Preston eye hospital graded as ‘outstanding’ by industry inspectors
- Cataract care at SpaMedica Widnes graded as ‘outstanding’ by industry inspectors
- SpaMedica Skelmersdale is rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission
- Cataract care at Wakefield hospital praised as ‘exemplary’, with regulator awarding SpaMedica ‘outstanding’ rating
- Category: Industry News
- Celebrating World Optometry Day: Supporting Global Vision with Lions Clubs
- SpaMedica Launches Glaucoma Service
- SpaMedica to showcase ‘brilliant detail’ at 100% Optical 2025
- MP visits SpaMedica Taunton
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Cambridge city centre
- SpaMedica launches pre-reg training programme to support future generations of optometrists
- MP visits SpaMedica Sale
- SpaMedica opens new diagnostic clinic on the Isle of Wight, bringing cataract care closer to home for local NHS patients
- Local MP leads opening ceremony for SpaMedica Portsmouth
- Sight loss charity praises SpaMedica for fantastic fundraising efforts
- SpaMedica expands macula service to support more NHS patients living with sight-threatening conditions
- Road Safety Week: over 40% of people with cataracts struggle to drive
- SpaMedica Sale welcomes patients from across Greater Manchester
- SpaMedica Preston celebrates five years of ‘Outstanding’ patient care
- SpaMedica opens new eye hospital in Swindon, bringing cataract surgery closer to home for local NHS patients
- New research reveals a quarter of cataract sufferers feel ‘unsafe’
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Luton, offering reduced waiting times for local NHS patients
- Inspiring the next generation: SpaMedica consultant takes pride in supervising trainee surgeons
- SpaMedica opens new eye hospital in Taunton
- Patients in Portsmouth will benefit from high quality care and quick access to treatment at new SpaMedica hospital
- Eye health professionals invited to Manchester for cataract surgery conference
- Jamie Hanson steps into Director of Central Operations role at SpaMedica
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Chesterfield
- ‘The biggest jump in confidence’: SpaMedica officially launches STEPS development programme for NHS trainee ophthalmologists
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Carlisle, offering free NHS cataract surgery in just 4 to 8 weeks
- Now open in Worcester: new SpaMedica eye hospital welcomes NHS patients
- New eye hospital in Dalston offers NHS cataract surgery in just 4-8 weeks
- SpaMedica achieves its 13th ‘Outstanding’ CQC rating
- Haydock is home to new SpaMedica eye hospital
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Colchester
- SpaMedica Truro welcomes NHS patients
- World leading ophthalmology experts join line-up at free optometry summit in Bristol
- SpaMedica Doncaster is rated ‘Outstanding’ by industry inspectors
- New eye hospital in North Tyneside marks major milestone for SpaMedica
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Telford
- SpaMedica celebrates 15 years of industry innovation and unrivalled patient care
- New SpaMedica eye hospital opens in Bexhill
- The path to qualification: NHS trainee ophthalmologist’s fast-paced placement boosts his skillset, as he looks ahead to managing his own busy theatre
- Newcastle-under-Lyme becomes 12th SpaMedica hospital to achieve an ‘Outstanding’ CQC rating
- Community optometrists attend SpaMedica Poole to celebrate the hospital’s ‘Outstanding’ inspection outcome
- New Swansea eye hospital officially opened by Lord Mayor
- SpaMedica recognised by charity for its work in caring for patients with dementia
- The advantages and drawbacks of using artificial intelligence to diagnose and monitor eye diseases
- SpaMedica praised by health watchdog, as number of hospitals awarded ‘outstanding’ CQC rating hits double figures
- Over 200 optometrists benefit from free training summit delivered by SpaMedica
- SpaMedica Stockton welcomes Matt Vickers MP
- Giving back to the sector – with world-class technology and expertise: spotlight on SpaMedica’s training provision
- SpaMedica at the RCNi Nursing Careers and Jobs Fair in London
- SpaMedica at the Association of Independent Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Conference 2022
- What role does a CEO play in the healthcare industry?
- Patient survey shows cataract surgery drastically improves quality of life
- From CET to CPD – What are the key changes?
- Almost 1 in 3 adults say their vision has worsened since start of pandemic
- SpaMedica expands its cataract surgery training programmes for NHS doctors across England
- SpaMedica achieves great quality surgery outcomes for cataract surgery patients
- The mental health impact of COVID-19 on patients, the elderly, and the visually impaired
- Cataracts and driving – cataract surgery linked to a reduced risk of car crashes
- The Association of Optometrists (AOP) tackle smoking and eye health in their first public campaign
- Cataract surgery, eye health and social connections | How our family may help us to see the world
- Patients across England are being denied life changing cataract surgery
- Category: Patient Stories
- Sandie can see clearly again after surgery at SpaMedica leaves her with “crystal clear” vision
- Patient regains clear vision following “life-changing” surgery
- West Midlands musician tells of ‘incredible’ cataract surgery in his 50s – unaware his diabetes diagnosis DOUBLED his risk of the sight-stealing condition
- “Cataract surgery helped me regain confidence at work,” says Barnet pharmacy technician
- Top marks for Coventry hospital staff reunited with former headteacher during ‘incredible’ cataract surgery
- Former footballer’s wife is living life in full colour following ‘marvellous’ cataract surgery at SpaMedica
- Life-threatening sepsis infection prompts Colchester resident to have ‘amazing’ cataract surgery
- Grandmother-of-11 Rose praises ‘magic’ NHS cataract surgery for transforming her life
- Cricket fan Tony credits cataract surgery at SpaMedica with improving his mental health
- Carol praises cataract surgery at SpaMedica Wakefield and celebrates becoming the hospital’s 20,000th patient
- Norfolk business owner set to tackle 200-mile charity cycle challenge, after ‘remarkable’ NHS cataract treatment at SpaMedica
- Clear sight is a ‘revelation’ for Yaxley resident following ‘life-changing’ cataract surgery
- ‘Cataract surgery changed my life’ – now SpaMedica patient is back to doing the hobbies she loves
- Patient turns employee after being ‘blown away’ by ‘amazing’ experience at eye hospital
- Cheshire resident ‘beyond grateful’ to cataract surgeon who restored her sight – and made vital tumour referral
- Retired teacher urges others not to delay cataract surgery
- Eye on the ball: Lioness Lucy’s gran has sight restored following successful surgery
- NHS patient Irene praises treatment at SpaMedica’s newly-opened Oldham hospital
- SpaMedica Manchester celebrates treating 20,000 patients
- Eccles cancer survivor pens poetry about cataract surgery
- Cataract surgery allows John to get back behind the wheel
- Cataract patient Phil Gregson shares his experiences of surgery at SpaMedica Bolton
- Are you delaying your cataract surgery? | Don’t let fear stop you from seeing the world in full colour | Hear from our SpaMedica patients
- Category: Uncategorized
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- SpaMedica National CPD Webinar
- SpaMedica CPD Evening - Norwich
- SpaMedica Gloucester CPD Event
- SpaMedica Oxford CPD Event
- SpaMedica Wokingham CPD Event
- CPD Evening - SpaMedica Sheffield
- SpaMedica Bristol CPD Event
- SpaMedica Swindon CPD Event
- Demystifying the myths in AMD: Clinical Ophthalmology
- SpaMedica Epsom CPD Event
- SpaMedica Isle Of Wight CPD Event
- SpaMedica Optometry Conference - Birmingham 2025
- CPD Evening - SpaMedica Hull
- SpaMedica National Post-op Accreditation Webinar
Queries
- Reading/watching television - Can I read or watch TV after cataract surgery?
- Waiting times - How long will I have to wait for cataract surgery?
- Driving - Can I drive to and from my hospital appointments?
- Pre-operative assessment - What do I need to bring with me to my appointment?
- Cook - Is it OK for me to cook after cataract surgery?
- Contact lenses - do I need to remove my contact lenses before my appointments?
- Pacemaker - can I have cataract surgery if I have a pacemaker or defibrillator?
- Blood pressure - Can I still have cataract surgery if I have high blood pressure?
- INR - can I still have cataract surgery if my INR is out of range?
- Anaesthetic - Can I have cataract surgery under general anaesthetic?
- Antibiotics - Can I have cataract surgery if I'm taking antibiotics?
- Cough/cold - can I still have cataract surgery if I have a cough or cold?
- Lens - what type of lens will be used during my cataract surgery?
- Diabetes - Can I have cataract surgery if I have diabetes?
- Bad back - Can I have cataract surgery if I have a bad back and struggle to lie flat?
- Work – How long will I need to be off work after cataract surgery?
- Vision – Can cataracts improve vision?
- Vertigo – Can cataracts cause vertigo?
- UV radiation – How does UV radiation cause cataracts?
- Treatment & Prevention – How to prevent cataracts
- Symptoms – What is a cataract?
- Symptoms – How can you tell if you have cataracts?
- Surgery – What happens if cataracts are left untreated?
- Surgery – How long does cataract surgery take?
- Surgery – How is cataract surgery performed?
- Surgery - Dos and don'ts after cataract surgery
- Care - Caring for your eye after cataract surgery
- See - What do you see during cataract surgery?
- Surgery – How many cataract surgeries are performed each year in the UK?
- Stroke – Can a stroke cause cataracts?
- Sleep – Can you sleep on your side after cataract surgery?
- Retinal detachment – Can cataract surgery cause retinal detachment?
- Removal – How are cataracts removed?
- Referral – How do I get a referral for cataract surgery?
- Recovery – How long does it take to recover after cataract surgery?
- Painful? – Is cataract surgery painful?
- Optrex – Can I use Optrex eye drops after cataract surgery?
- Short-sighted – Does cataract surgery correct short-sightedness?
- Mascara – How long after cataract surgery can I wear mascara and other eye makeup?
- Lutein – Can lutein reduce the risk of cataracts?
- LASIK surgery – can you have LASIK surgery if you have cataracts?
- Laser – Can cataracts be removed by laser?
- Viagra - Is it OK to take Viagra after cataract surgery?
- Inevitable? – Are cataracts inevitable?
- Hospital – which hospital will I be referred to for cataract surgery?
- Headaches – Do cataracts cause headaches?
- Hair – When can I wash my hair after cataract surgery?
- Glasses – Why do I need glasses after cataract surgery?
- Formation – How long do cataracts take to develop?
- Flying – When can I fly after cataract surgery?
- Eyepatch – Do you wear an eyepatch after cataract surgery?
- Eye drops – How long do you use eyedrops for after cataract surgery?
- Exercise – Can you do exercise after cataract surgery?
- Dry eyes – Does cataract surgery cause dry eyes?
- Driving – Can you drive after cataract surgery?
- Cost – How much does cataract surgery cost?
- Contact lenses – Can you wear contact lenses after cataract surgery?
- Colour – Do cataracts affect colour vision?
- Cause – Are cataracts hereditary?
- Cause – What is the main cause of cataracts?
- Blurry – How long will my vision be blurry for after cataract surgery?
- Astigmatism – Does astigmatism get worse after cataract surgery?
- Appearance – What do cataracts look like?
Locations
- Enfield - Coming soon
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- Bristol
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Consultants
- Mr Mfazo Hove
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- Mahmoud Radwan
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- Felipe Dhawahir-Scala
- Farshad Fakhimi
- David Lopes
- Daniel Dragnev
- Andre Oberholster