Short-sightedness

At Sulis Hospital Bath, our Specialist Eye Unit offers advanced solutions for short-sightedness (myopia) with a focus on personalised, consultant-led care. 

Myopia Treatment at Sulis Hospital

While glasses and contact lenses are the traditional first steps, Sulis Hospital specialises in long-term surgical alternatives to reduce or eliminate your reliance on them. 

Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE): For those with higher prescriptions or those over 50, Refractive Lens Exchange replaces the eye's natural lens with a bespoke artificial implant (IOL). This procedure is virtually identical to cataract surgery and can correct extreme myopia.

Advanced Lens Options: Our surgeons use premium multifocal and toric lenses to correct not only short-sightedness but also astigmatism and near-vision needs simultaneously.

Cataract Surgery Integration: If you are developing cataracts, our surgeons can correct your myopia during the same procedure by selecting a specific power of lens implant. 

Why Choose Sulis Hospital Bath?

Timely Access: We aim to provide consultations and treatment within two weeks of your initial diagnosis.

Consultant-Led Care: You will remain under the care of the same Consultant Ophthalmologist throughout your journey, supported by a specialised nursing team.

State-of-the-Art Diagnostics: The unit is equipped with the latest technology, including Corneal Topography and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), for precision planning.

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