Dr. Valerie Saw

• Dr Valerie Saw is a leading Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon with expertise in dry eye, laser eye surgery, cataract surgery, and corneal transplantation.
• She has been practising at the highest level in both the NHS and private sector, including a longstanding role at Moorfields Eye Hospital and Moorfields Private Hospital (2010–2015), a world-renowned centre for ophthalmic excellence.
• Since 2004, Dr Saw has performed hundreds of corneal transplants and thousands of refractive and cataract procedures, establishing herself as one of the UK’s most respected surgeons.
• She is the only female listed among the “Top Laser Eye Surgeons in the UK” according to Clinic Compare UK.
• Dr Saw combines her exceptional surgical skills with expertise in managing ocular surface conditions, including blepharitis, dry eye, and contact lens-related problems, ensuring optimal preparation for laser and cataract surgeries.
• Her unique approach allows her to identify and treat subtle signs of ocular surface disease, improving surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• She serves as the first female President of the British Society of Refractive Surgery (BSRS, 2022–current). She is an Examiner and Committee Member for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists’ Certification in Laser Refractive Surgery.
• Dr Saw holds memberships with major international ophthalmology societies, including ASCRS, ESCRS, UKISCRS, ARVO, AAO, MCLOSA, and the UK Bowman Corneal Club, and acts as a medical advisor for the Dry Eyes Medical website.
• She completed her medical training at the University of Sydney, where she received the University Medal for achieving first place on the Honours list.
• Dr Saw undertook over four years of advanced subspecialty training at Moorfields Eye Hospital, gaining extensive experience in complex corneal and cataract surgery.
• She is renowned for providing personalised treatment plans tailored to each patient’s individual ocular needs, combining surgical precision with innovative technology at her Harley Street facilities.

Conditions treated by Dr Valerie Saw

• Laser vision correction for short-sightedness, long-sightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia
• Cataract surgery, including premium lens options (Toric, Multifocal, and Laser-assisted)
• Lens implant surgery (ICL) for vision correction
• Corneal transplants for conditions like Fuchs’ dystrophy and keratoconus
• Keratoconus treatments, including cross-linking, Kerarings, and Intacs
• Pterygium surgery
• Treatment of contact lens-related eye problems
• Care for common eye surface conditions

Area of Interest

• Ophthamology

Qualification

• MBBS (Hons I, University Medal) – University of Sydney, Australia (1997)
• FRANZCO – Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (2004)
• PhD – Specialising in corneal and cataract surgical techniques and inflammatory eye conditions (2009)
• CertLRS – Certification in Laser Refractive Surgery (2011)
• FRCOphth – Fellowship of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, UK (2015)

Work Experiences

• Dr Valerie Saw has been serving as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust since 2015.
• Before this, Dr Saw worked as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hospital and Moorfields Private Hospital in London from 2010 to 2015.
• Dr Saw has also held the position of Clinical Lecturer at University College London, contributing to the education and training of medical students and ophthalmology trainees.