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    Celebrating Our 100th Trainee Surgeon Milestone

    01 / 07 / 25

    We’re proud to share a major milestone for our Training and Education Programme for Surgeons (STEPS) — we recently welcomed our 100th trainee surgeon to the current rotation. The celebration took place at our Cambridge hospital, where Pavel Sharma, the milestone trainee, is completing a six-month placement under…

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    Is excessive screen time causing a dry eye epidemic?

    01 / 07 / 25

    In today’s hyperconnected world, we spend more time staring at screens than ever before. From smartphones and laptops to tablets and televisions, screen time is no longer a luxury – it’s a daily necessity. But as our screen habits increase, so do complaints about tired, burning or gritty…

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    “I rely on my eyesight for everything”: TV’s Kate Bliss on valuing vision, staying well and why eye health matters

    27 / 06 / 25

    Antiques expert Kate Bliss is best known for her appearances on Bargain Hunt and Antiques Road Trip, but away from the cameras, she’s been reflecting on the value of something we too often take for granted— our eyesight.  As she supports the launch of SpaMedica’s new ophthalmic diagnostic…

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    A Life in Music, A New View of the World

    27 / 06 / 25

    From singing with Judy Garland to entertaining troops in the Falklands, Tony Nicol has lived a life full of remarkable moments. Now 80 and still full of energy, it was cataract surgery with SpaMedica that helped him see those moments more clearly once again. A Musical Life Like…

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    Eye expert speaks out amid surge in ‘dangerous’ fake news that sunglasses DON’T work

    26 / 06 / 25

    Warning issued by UK-leading ophthalmology provider SpaMedica, following 186% surge in online searches around sunglasses being harmful A sharp rise in UK searches questioning “are sunglasses bad for your eyes?” has prompted a prominent eye health expert to warn that widespread misinformation may put Brits’ long-term vision at…

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    Now Open: SpaMedica Croydon – Helping Local Patients See More Clearly

    24 / 06 / 25

    We’re excited to announce the opening of our brand-new SpaMedica hospital in Croydon, bringing faster access to NHS eye care for patients across South West London. Located just five minutes from West Croydon station, the new hospital offers treatment for cataracts and posterior capsule opacification (YAG laser capsulotomy)….

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    Bringing NHS Eye Care Closer to Home in Hereford

    24 / 06 / 25

    We’re proud to introduce our brand-new ophthalmic diagnostic and treatment centre in Hereford – the first of its kind in the UK, designed to make NHS eye care more accessible for the local community. Conveniently located next to the ASDA Hereford Supercentre on Belmont Road, this custom-built unit…

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    Back to the Canals with a Clearer View

    02 / 06 / 25

    A Familiar Face on the Water Paul Smith-Storey, a painter and familiar face from Channel 4’s Narrow Escapes, recently shared his cataract surgery experience at SpaMedica Haydock. From blurred vision and difficulty with daily tasks to painting with clarity again, Paul’s journey shows the powerful impact of cataract…

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    SpaMedica Opens New Eye Hospital in Wembley

    25 / 04 / 25

    A new eye hospital has opened in Wembley, expanding access to timely NHS cataract surgery for patients across London and beyond. SpaMedica Wembley, located in the Wembley Park area, is our latest addition to growing national network of eye hospitals. State-of-the-Art Facilities Designed for Comfort and Accessibility The…

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    Partnering for Better Eye Health: Our Collaboration with the Macular Society

    07 / 04 / 25

    We’re proud to announce our new partnership with the Macular Society, a leading UK charity providing vital support, research and advocacy for people living with macular disease. Together, we aim to improve awareness, expand services and support patients at every step of their eye health journey. Supporting Ground-Breaking…

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    Welcoming Lisa Jordan as Our New Chief Commercial Officer

    31 / 03 / 25

    We are excited to welcome Lisa Jordan as our new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at SpaMedica. Lisa brings a wealth of leadership experience, a passion for patient care, and a strategic mindset that aligns perfectly with our mission to provide high-quality eye care to as many patients as…

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    Celebrating World Optometry Day: Supporting Global Vision with Lions Clubs

    23 / 03 / 25

    This World Optometry Day, we’re proud to highlight the incredible work of Lions Clubs International and the Recycle for Sight initiative, which is making a real difference in improving global eye health. Through this programme, patients at SpaMedica hospitals have the opportunity to donate glasses they no longer…