Being shortsighted I have been wearing glasses for about 14 years. After investigating Eye Laser Surgery for over 4 years I finally overcame my fear and phobias and booked in for surgery with Accuvision in Fulham for last Thursday 06th October 2005. I only wish I had done it sooner! The staff were extremely impressive and friendly, putting me at ease from the first moment and talking me through what was happening the whole time. They had a lovely nurse called Joan who sat and held my hand throughout the whole. My main fear (having witnessed the procedure on television) was the "eye clamps" used. I needn't have worried. The whole procedure for both eyes took around 8 minutes. And there was no pain at all. I felt no pain during the procedure and have experienced no pain since. The first 24 hours were very blurry and I would definately recommend that no one try to cook their own dinner the same day as surgery. Believe me you go to bed very hungry.
I have been back to the clinic today for my 1st week checkup and everything is healing nicely. I already have better than 20/20 vision. I have driven at night and experienced no "halos" although I did find some headlights a little too bright but I'm told that this will improve over the next few weeks.
My friend who accompanied me to the clinic on the day of surgery was so impressed with the entire operation and the clinic that she is now considering the surgery for herself.
For anyone still thinking about this I would say go for it! It is scary to put yourself in such a vunerable position but believe me you are in the very best of hands with Accuvision in Fulham. I took my time and had many consultations with different clinics to get a feel of the different levels of professional care and technology available. For me Accuvision ticked all the right boxes and with their Interest Free Repayment Option it just made the whole process that more affordable.
So good luck to anyone on the verge of going for this. G:)