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Who can vision correction help?
Can you see yourself below?
YOU’RE 20 TO 39
You’re frustrated with blurred or double vision, haziness, glare, halos around bright lights, squinting, headaches, or eye strain. You find glasses a hassle or worry about contact lens dangers. If that describes you, I can help you see better without the need for glasses and contact lenses.
YOU’RE 40 TO 49
You have been frustrated with your glasses or contact lenses all your life. Or, you have just begun to become annoyed with your new need for reading glasses. If that’s you, I can help you see clearly without either.
YOU’RE 50 TO 55
You might have become accustomed to wearing reading glasses, varifocals or multifocal contact lenses. If a combination of these solutions is not ideal for you, I can help you see clearly again without them.
YOU’RE 56 PLUS
You experience clouded, blurred or dim vision. You might have increasing difficulty seeing at night, or notice that colours are fading or yellowing. If that describes you, you might have a cataract. I can help you see clearly again – and often remove your need for glasses or contact lenses at the same time.
How it works
Enjoy a life free from glasses and contact lenses in 3 easy steps
STEP 1 – BOOK
STEP 2 – MEET
STEP 3 – ENJOY
TALK TO US
Book a video appointment or give us a call on 020 3808 7758 and we’ll help guide you towards a free screening.
MEET YOUR SURGEON
I’ll see you before treatment to ensure you’re a good candidate and treat you at one of my Harley Street London facilities.
ENJOY A RICHER LIFE
I’ll supervise your aftercare as you begin to experience a life free of glasses and contact lenses.
My patients love their lives after vision correction
“Mr Shortt was very patient and kind with me while I had a little bit of a freak out directly before surgery. He quickly put me at ease and reassured me that nothing would be done until I was 100% ok with it. I cannot recommend Mr Shortt and his team highly enough, patient, caring and very professional.”
“Quite simply the best medical experience I’ve had. Mr Shortt’s knowledge, professionalism and attention to detail was faultless and the aftercare absolutely Impeccable.”
“I cannot recommend Mr Shortt highly enough. Very organised and gets back to you quickly with any questions you have. Is very thorough in his explanations and makes you feel at ease before surgery. Surgery was quick and the results were brilliant. Aftercare was top notch as well.”
“I had LASIK done 2 weeks ago and it was the best decision ever! The procedure was very quick, painless and the result was instant. Dr Alex Shortt was very competent and easy to talk to. He’s calm, knowledgeable and a charming person.”
“Mr Alex Shortt successfully performed Lens Replacement Surgery on both my eyes on the 13th October 2017. The care that I have received from Alex and his team through out the process has been amazing. Choosing Mr Shortt as my surgeon was one of the best decisions that I have made. I would very highly recommend Mr Shortt. l will always be grateful to Alex for the amazing care and results I've received - thank you!”
“Excellent care by a first class consultant. Would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Alex Shortt. Puts you at ease, explains every aspect of the treatment he is going to adminster and his care and professionalism are excellent. He is simply the best.”
“Don't want to write a load of waffle so people get bored. All I can say is if you are thinking of having eye surgery go and speak to Mr Shortt. You won't be disappointed. We need more surgeons of his high standard in the UK.”
“Mr Alex Shortt's manner and brilliant skills are of the highest professional and caring standard one could ever expect to receive. I am now living in a bright new world no longer needing spectacles after wearing bifocal lenses for the past 24 years.”
“I can honestly say the care I've received has been outstanding. Nothing has ever been too much trouble, he has taken the time to explain everything in detail, and has gone above and beyond on multiple occasions to ensure I get everything I need. He has always treated me respectfully and ensured we have made decisions together. I'll always be grateful to Alex for the amazing care I've received.”
“During the procedure Dr Shortt explained what he was doing every step of the way. This really made me feel at ease and reassured throughout. He made the whole procedure very simple.”
Allow me to be your guide to the great vision you’ve always wanted
You’ll get a comprehensive medical evaluation, an empathetic ear and an individualised treatment plan
HELLO! I’M ALEX J. SHORTT CONSULTANT EYE SURGEON
I am a highly trained academic researcher and consultant ophthalmic surgeon based in London’s famous Harley Street medical district. I trained and worked as a consultant for 14 years at London’s Moorfields Eye Hospital and specialise in advanced technologies for correcting vision, including stem cell transplants, corneal transplants, lens implants and laser vision correction.
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How I compare with others you may be considering
Here’s a summary of what I offer when compared to other independent surgeons and high-street clinics
| Do they offer… | What I offer | Independent surgeons | High-street clinics |
|---|---|---|---|
| A consultation with the surgeon before surgery | ✔ | Often | Rarely |
| NHS Consultant experience | ✔ | Sometimes | Rarely |
| Harley Street 5-Star service | ✔ | Sometimes | No |
| Audited surgical outcomes | ✔ | Rarely | Sometimes |
| Hospital infrastructure | ✔ | Sometimes | No |
| LASEK – 1st Generation laser eye surgery | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| LASIK – 2nd Generation laser eye surgery | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| SMILE – 3rd Generation laser eye surgery | ✔ | Rarely | No |
| PRESBYOND | ✔ | Rarely | No |
| Lens replacement (RLE) | ✔ | Sometimes | ✔ |
| Corneal Cross-linking | ✔ | Sometimes | Sometimes |
| Refractive Cataract Surgery | ✔ | Sometimes | Sometimes |
| Complex Cataract Surgery | ✔ | Sometimes | No |
| 6/7 day opening hours | ✔ | Rarely | ✔ |
| Flexible aftercare | ✔ | Often | Rarely |
| Transparent pricing | ✔ | Often | Sometimes |
| Interest-free financing | ✔ | Sometimes | ✔ |
| The surgeon’s mobile number after surgery | ✔ | Sometimes | Sometimes |
Take the first step
Find out if your eyes are suitable for vision correction
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About the author
Mr Alex J. Shortt | Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
MB BCh MSc PhD FRCOphth PGDipCatRef
I’m Alex Shortt, a highly trained academic researcher and Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon based in London’s famous Harley Street medical district. I trained and worked as a consultant for 14 years at London’s Moorfields Eye Hospital. I specialise in advanced technologies for correcting vision, including cataract surgery, implantable contact lenses and laser vision correction.