I had my Lasik in April with a prescription of approx -2.25 in both eyes. I did a lot of investigation prior to choosing Moorfields and basically chose them for the reasons usually cited...ie the consultants there are world class and likely to be of use if things did not go well. This was one occasion when I did not feel like economising.

The surgery has been described often enough; indeed i felt as if I knew exactly what would be happening next !

Some reflections on Moorfields (Miss Ficker carried out my surgery) would include the following:

They do NOT hold your hand...either physically or metaphorically. This is for people who do not want masses of reassurance and TLC. The service is brisk and matter of fact. I was kept waiting for a long time before the op but was stumbling down the street within about 15 minutes. Take someone with you!

My sight did not improve instantly. The next day I could see outside for long distances very well but could not read at all which was scarey and my vision in artificial light was pretty poor for a couple of weeks. I now have almost no prescription, so a good result.

However, my main issue with the care at Moorfields is the aftercare. One appointment the next day with a junior colleague who clearly had the remit 'check the flaps'. When I mentioned my inability to read he said 'Oh, maybe you will need reading glasses'. This isn't exactly wrong but he should have advised me to wait and allow things to settle instead of frightening me. The appointment lasted around 5 minutes and he was unable to answer my other questions.

The next day I developed a scratching sensation in one eye and became worried so rang the numbers provided. there was no reply on 2 of them and i left a message on the 3rd. I didn't get to speak to someone until 5pm having trid all day. This advice was useful but too much trouble to obtain.

The next time they want to see you isn't until 3 months and even then it is fairly hard to coordinate a time and date.

All that said I am pleased with my results although the dryness can be a problem.

One issue that I would welcome any advice on is that twice I have been away for weekends by the coast in hot conditions and despite wearing dark glasses and using the wetting drops my eyes have become very sore, red and irritated. As I am due to go for 2 weeks in the south of France next week this is a worry and would love to avoid this. If anyone can help please email me.

I have found this site invaluable as a resource for information and support, in what has been a really big deal for me. I would have awarded 5 stars if the aftercare had been better.