I qualified for the Excimer Laser LASIK Trial at Moorfields (now finished) and have had both eyes corrected (28th Feb left, 5th July right) last year - 2001. Being part of the trial meant that I about 50% reduction on surgery costs (no consultation fee) but it meant attending check-ups at the hospital for one week, one month, three months, six months and one year. Apart from the inconvenience of travelling from Berkshire to central London, I found the amount of aftercare really assurring. It has also been possible to monitor the progress of my vision as my eyes heal.
I was moderately short sighted at -4.0 and -4.5 with slight astigmatism in the left. My vision is better than 20/20 but I am now very slighty long sighted at about +0.50 in each but not enough to warrant glasses.
I have only recently encountered eye strain when using VDUs after a three month career break. My eyes get tired very easily and quite dry. Also, beware of opticians...mine tried to convince me that I needed glasses of +1.25 and +1.00 which is totally untrue!!
Moorfields have been absolutely fantastic and the level of service I have, and continue, to receive would restore anyone's faith in the NHS. Absolutely brilliant!!