London Eye Clinic

St John & St Elizabeth Hospital is based in St John’s Wood (NW8), near Regent’s Park and Abbey Road Studios. We are easily accessible from nearby areas such as Hampstead (NW3) and Kilburn (NW6):

By Tube:
St John’s Wood station (Jubilee Line) is a 5-minute walk from the hospital.

By Bus:
Wellington Road: Routes 13, 46, and 113 stop near St John’s Wood Underground Station, just a short walk from the hospital.
Circus Road: Routes 46 and 187 stop close to the hospital’s Circus Road entrance.
Abbey Road: Routes 139 and 189 stop near the junction where Grove End Road becomes Abbey Road, providing easy access.

By Car:
From NW3 or NW6, use Finchley Road or Kilburn High Road for a direct route.

You’ll meet with a consultant who will ask about your vision and any symptoms you’ve been experiencing. They may perform tests such as visual acuity assessments, eye pressure checks, and detailed scans like OCT or retinal imaging. These help build a clear picture of your eye health and guide any treatment that may be needed.

An ophthalmology clinic is a medical service that specialises in diagnosing and treating eye conditions. Care is led by ophthalmologists – medical doctors who are trained in both medical and surgical management of eye diseases.

Yes, you can. You don’t need a GP referral to book a private appointment at our Eye Clinic. Simply contact our appointments team, and we’ll arrange a time that suits you.

You may be referred if you have symptoms such as blurred vision, eye pain, floaters, or changes in how you see colours or light. Referrals are made to investigate potential conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, or retinal issues – and are often precautionary.

This rule is used to help reduce eye strain. It suggests that for every 30 minutes of screen time, you should look at something 30 feet away for 30 seconds. It’s a simple technique to help relax the eye muscles during prolonged computer or device use.

Floaters are usually harmless and appear as small shapes drifting across your vision. However, they can sometimes be confused with signs of migraine aura, visual snow, or even debris on glasses or contact lenses. If you notice new or worsening floaters, it’s worth getting them checked.

High eye pressure, or ocular hypertension, doesn’t always cause symptoms. However, signs to watch for include blurred vision, halos around lights, eye pain or redness, and headaches. Left untreated, it can lead to glaucoma, so early checks are important.

Macular degeneration, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and diabetic retinopathy affect the retina and can impact central vision.

Early warning signs may include blurred or distorted vision, difficulty reading, dark patches in your sight or new floaters. However, these conditions do not always cause symptoms in the early stages.

If you notice any changes to your vision, particularly if you are over 50 or living with diabetes, a consultant ophthalmic surgeon can carry out detailed checks and advise on treatment if needed.

Surgery may be recommended if an eye condition is affecting your vision or cannot be managed with glasses or medication.

Cataract surgery is performed when cataracts interfere with daily life. Refractive surgery may reduce dependence on glasses. Some cases of macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy require specialist procedures, and children with certain conditions may be referred to paediatric ophthalmology services.

Your consultant ophthalmic surgeon will clearly explain whether surgery is appropriate and what to expect from treatment and recovery.