Don't be put off by the fact that there are few comments on this site. I am a veterinary surgeon and have had bilateral LASEK performed by Mr.Allamby and am delighted with the results. I had one eye done at a time, being a cautious soul! I am just recovering from the second eye operation which I had done 8 days ago and have 20/15 vision overall! (The vision takes some time to settle down after this operation).
I did my research well and attended 2 clinics to investigate their treatment approach, criteria, style etc., and feel very happy with the choice that I made. The initial consultation with him lasted over an hour, and he answered all my questions thoroughly. I am positive that he has patient safety as his number one priority...this was my main concern also. He recommended LASEK as the safest option for me as I do a lot of sports, whereas at the other clinic I was not offered any choice...they wanted to do LASIK regardless of my lifestyle and the risks of future damage to the 'flap'.
The procedure itself is painless and slighlty psychadelic! I was uncomfortable for 3 days afterwards, but could carry on as normal-go out running, watch TV etc. I had no problems sleeping at all. My eyesight was -4.00 in the right eye and -3.75 in the left, and now I am virtually zero. I am happy to be asked about the procedure or Mr.Allamby and I spoke to a recent patient myself before taking the plunge. I would recommend this to others contemplating LASEK. My e mail is mckenzie.kemsley@virgin.net .

I still cannot believe that there are no lenses in my eyes as the eyesight is FANTASTIC!!! it is like a miracle-I can see perfectly after 20 years of glasses/contact lenses. Many thanks to Mr.Allamby at Visualase in Bolton, which is where the operation is done.