In 2007 Jonathan Cohen set up a diabetic retinal screening programme for South Camden in London with a group of local doctors. This scheme provided eye care for our local community until the national NHS diabetic eye screening programme was fully implemented.
These days at Zacks Eye Clinic in central London we still see patients with diabetes for detailed private examinations. We routinely take digital fundus photographs and OCT scans and provide reports for patients who are at risk of developing diabetic retinopathy. If you are enrolled on an NHS diabetic retinal screening programme, it is recommended that you should keep those appointments as well.
To make an appointment simply call us on 020 7713 7713 or send an email to: info@zackseyes.co.uk
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is one of the commonest causes of blindness in the UK. At any one time up to 10% of people with diabetes will have retinopathy requiring medical follow up or treatment. Diabetes can also affect other organs and the presence and severity of retinopathy may be an indicator of increased risk of other complications of diabetes.
The Examination
Eye drops are instilled to dilate the pupils and enable a thorough retinal examination. This may mean that vision is blurred for the rest of the day and it is not advisable to drive or operate machinery. Patients are recommended to bring sunglasses because bright sunlight may cause discomfort.
He liased with my consultant sending a medical report with retinal photographs which meant I did not need this repeated. As a busy doctor and mother this was extremely helpful
Dr M Bailey
If you would like more information on Diabetic retinal screening, sight tests or specialist consultations please contact us to make an appointment at our London practice.
For general information on diabetes, please see NHS diabetes advice or diabetes UK.
Your Trusted Local Optometrists in Fitzrovia
At Zacks London Eye Clinic, we are dedicated to providing the highest standard of clinical care to patients throughout central London. From our tranquil Warren Mews clinic, we offer a comprehensive range of eye examination services to families and professionals living and working in the Fitzrovia, Bloomsbury, and Euston areas. Whether you are visiting us from nearby Regent’s Park or commuting into the West End, our experienced team provides a personalised, unhurried experience focused entirely on the long-term health of your vision.
