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Dr. Ms Laura Crawley

Dr. Ms Laura Crawley

Ophthalmic Surgeon ·
, London, United Kingdom

26 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English

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Specialises in:

Complex Glaucoma SurgeryRed Eye & Drooping side effects – patients taking the drop treatmentCataract Surgery in Glaucoma PatientsCataract surgeryGlaucoma

About Dr. Ms Laura Crawley

  • Ms Laura Crawley is a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, with specialist interests in glaucoma, cataract surgery, and common red eye conditions such as blepharitis and conjunctivitis.
  • She has expertise in bespoke cataract surgery, glaucoma laser treatments, and both minimally invasive and penetrating glaucoma surgery.
  • She qualified in medicine from the University of Bristol in 1999, where she was awarded the Gold Medal and Suple Prizes for medicine and surgery.
  • After completing physician training, she became a Member of the Royal College of Physicians and undertook advanced ophthalmology training in Oxford, Moorfields Eye Hospital, and Imperial College London.
  • She has been recognised with several prestigious awards, including the National Alcon Glaucoma Prize (2009), the Imperial College Ophthalmic Research Group Medal (2011), and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists' Treacher Collins Prize (2012).
  • Ms Crawley is widely published and lectures internationally, including at the UCL Ophthalmology MSc course and the BMJ Masterclasses for GPs series.
  • She is passionate about medical education and has published extensively in the fields of ophthalmology and glaucoma.
  • Her research focuses on improving glaucoma drop treatments and their side effects, advancing endocyclophotocoagulation laser treatment, and developing new methods to detect glaucoma at an earlier stage before significant vision loss occurs.

Conditions treated by Dr Laura Crawley

  • Complex Glaucoma Surgery
  • Red Eye & Drooping side effects – patients taking the drop treatment
  • Cataract Surgery in Glaucoma Patients
  • Cataract surgery
  • Glaucoma
  • Emergency Ophthalmology

Area of Interest

  • Ophthamology

Qualification

  • BSc (Hons) from the University of Bristol in 1999
  • MB ChB(Hons)
  • MRCP
  • FRCOphth

Work Experiences

  • She served as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, covering both planned and emergency ophthalmology.
  • She also holds an NHS contract as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
  • She was appointed as Clinical Director of Ophthalmology (2021) and Clinical Co-lead for North West London Ophthalmology Service (2020).
  • She was the former Head of Speciality and Clinical Governance Lead at Imperial (2018–2021).
  • She has been an honorary Senior Lecturer at Imperial College London since 2015, actively teaching undergraduates.

Memberships (4)

  • United Kingdom of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons – Council Member
  • Glaucoma UK charity support (Member)
  • North West London Clinical Reference Group – Ophthalmology Co-chair
  • Clinical Director, Ophthalmology, Imperial College NHS Trust

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

FAQ's Related to Ophthalmologist

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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