Optimax

Not only can I not fault the the surgery, the after care has been second to none, even some correction surgery completed. Would not have any hesitation referring patients to the Liverpool clinic.

It must be said that I did spen some time investigating several other companies, even attending a free consultation, there was no match for me.

Had my Laser Eye Surgery done by Dr Malcolm S Samuel Epi Lasek with wavefront treatement at end of October 2006 at Leeds Clinic.

I researched not that thoroughly but wanted to do it for a long time, information on day was quite sparce but as I knew everything it was cool. Asked a few question about the OP, Does it hurt? How long will it take? What’s the aftercare? Etc all were answered. The Doc recommended Wavefront for night-time driving, great will do.

I must point out I have a big phobia about anything going near my eyes (i.e. can’t touch my eye, cant wear contact lenses at ALL!) Went through procedure, crapped it a lot but came out like a Butterfly. Pain not all that bad, just stings really, so no Biggie.

I was told in consultation that I will only be Driving Standard Eye Sight but it went better than expected I can read All The Words at the bottom of the Eye Test Sheet after 3weeks when my eyes settled down.

And I got 2 weeks off work too GREAAAAAT.

One thing They Don’t Tell You, after so many years of wearing glasses you keep poking yourself in the eye because you think you still have glasses on, DOH.

Now I just got to get fast car, the fast women and Jobs a Good’un!!

Cost £895 from EBay and Wavefront £300. Cheap as chips!!!!!!

If you are thinking about it, as Ben Stiller In Starsky & Hutch Movie said:

“DOOOOOO IT!!!!!!! …. DOOOOOOOO IT!!!!!”

I had lasik surgery done by Dr Doyle on 28 September 2006. From the first time I met him at my consultation I felt a ease with him. He explained everything fully (even though a lot of it was a bit technical and went over my head)!! On the day of the surgery I was very nervous (so nervous that I had two double vodkas before I went in)! The actual operation was not enjoyable, it didnt hurt, it was just very bizzare. As soon as the op was over I knew I could see, which to me was a miracle as my prescription was -8.50 and -7.50 so to be able to see was very emotional. I went for my final check up on 9 December and was discharged with 110% vision in my right eye and driving standard in the left. I still get quite dry eyes and use my drops occasionally but apart from that everything is great. I am so glad I took the plunge and had it done. The staff at Optimax in Manchester were great and I would recommend it to anyone.

I had Lasik performed on Friday 26th January at the Optimax Southampton clinic. I have been short sighted for 15 years and now wore contact lenses all the time. My prescription was right eye was -6.50 with an astigmatism of -0.25 and my left
-6.25. It wasnt until six months ago when i washed my contact lenses down the sink that i realised how blind i was and something needed to be done! I purchased my treatment via E-bay for £1185 for both eyes using the Lasik procedure. Needless to say i was a bundle of nerves for a week prior to the operation and having my doubts. Yes, there are many complications that can happen but they have to tell you this to cover themselves. One thing that suprised me is that the receptionists are optical assistants as well as surgical assistants. One minute you see them answering the phone at the reception the next minute they are in full scrubs going into the treatment room. If i based my experience of my pre op tests which were a struggle for the receptionist to actually competently use the equipment and had the ask for assistance twice i would have walked, but thankfully the surgeon Dr Ayoubi was marvellous. He talked me through the procedure clearly and after having my consultation with him i was reassured and calm. The operation was arranged that afternoon with both eyes being treated. One incident again with the receptionists is that despite informing her that the price was £1185 and the £60 consultation fee was to be deducted as it clearly states in their E-bay advert, i informed her that i would be paying £1125. I was then given the chip and pin machine which had no value showing on the screen, i said that i cant see the amount, i was abruptly told that i would get a receipt after i had entered my pin. Suprise, suprise she had charged me £1185! She did not listen to what i had told her and said she needed to e-mail head office to get a £60 refund which would take about two weeks! This is really what i needed just before surgery. I was called into the treatment room and asked to put on a white cap. Then i mentioned to the surgical assistant (aka a receptionist) that i was nervous and was coldly ignored and led into the treatment chair. Thankfully the welcoming calming Dr Ayoubi was there and i felt at ease. The clamp was not uncomfortable, the worst part is the suction ring. It is pressed down on you eyeball and feels like they are trying to push your eyeball into the back of your head! Tip – clentch your fist with the pressure it does actually help! Then it goes black, you have to remember that your other eye is taped down so you are in darkness. At this point i freaked out and asked if someone could hold my hand, Dr Ayoubi asked the “receptionist” to hold my hand to which she replied “i cant get to you” in a abrupt tone. Dr Ayoubi asked if i was ok to proceed which i was as i could hear his voice. Then the flap was cut, which you still cant see at this point and is not at all worrying! Then it all comes clear and you see a fuzzy red light above you. The laser was applied and yes you do smell that burning smell. It was strong but i had read on this site to breathe through your mouth. I did this but to be honest i could still smell it! Then it was time to do it all over again! I then had plastic shields taped over my face and lead through the waiting room in front of the next patients! I must state that there has been NO PAIN. I havent even had a paracetamol or glass or wine during the recovery! I went back the following morning to find i have driving standard vision 18 hours later and should achieve 20/20 within the next few days. I cannot praise Dr Ayoubi enough and if Southampton was not my local clinic i would have travelled to receive treatment by him. He is a credit to Optimax.

I had epi lasek on 10th jan and it was the best thing i've ever done!! The clinic were great as was Dr Materman. Procedure was COMPLETELY PAINLESS and quick, not as bad as the dentist. First 24 hours after were fine, just mild gritty sensation then between 24 and 48 hours my eyes were unfortable and had some difficulty opening them. I spent most of this time asleep or listening to radio or audio books. After the pain went each day my sight has been getting better and better!! everyday i wake up and open my eyes and can't believe what i can see! i did a lot of research and was very nervous about having it done but it is amazing ( and as i'm only 2 weeks after my treatment i've still got more improvement to come) and i wish i hadn't waited for so long!!!