Ophthalmic Surgeon ·
The London Clinic , London, United Kingdom
26 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English
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Dr Laura Crawley is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.
The consultation typically lasts between 15 and 30 minutes. It may exceed the estimated time, depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions.
We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organised within 24 to 48 hours or based on the availability of the doctor and the patient.
No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.
The option to share your medical records is available between the steps of the form provided to you on the website.
Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can proceed with treatment packages tailored to your diagnosis, assisted by our case managers.
Yes. The cost estimate will be provided to you by our case manager, including the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about travelling to your medical destination.
An ophthalmic surgeon treats a wide range of eye conditions, including glaucoma, cataracts, red eye conditions such as blepharitis and conjunctivitis, as well as other disorders affecting vision and eye health.
You should see a specialist if you notice changes in your vision, such as blurriness, glare, difficulty seeing at night, or loss of peripheral vision. Regular eye checks are essential, especially if you have a family history of eye disease.
Laser treatment helps to reduce eye pressure by improving fluid drainage, while surgery is usually considered if eye pressure remains uncontrolled. Both options aim to preserve vision and prevent further damage.
Cataract surgery is recommended when cloudy vision significantly affects daily activities, such as driving, reading, or working. Your eye specialist will guide you based on your symptoms and eye health.
Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) offers faster recovery and fewer complications compared to traditional surgery. However, it may be less effective for advanced glaucoma, so treatment is tailored to each individual.
Glaucoma cannot be prevented, but can be managed effectively with early diagnosis and treatment. Cataracts are usually age-related and cannot be prevented, but surgery provides an excellent long-term solution.
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Glaucoma in general involves the disorder of the eye that damages the optic nerve of the patient. Surgery is performed to lower the pressure inside the eye. There are different types of surgeries that are performed according to the requirements: