Patient story: night driving after SMILE surgery

A Newcastle lorry driver describes life after SMILE refractive surgery.

What this means for patients

Every announcement from the practice is designed with one goal: making high-quality consultant-led eye care more accessible across the UK. A Newcastle lorry driver describes life after SMILE refractive surgery.

Background

Ms Tahmina Pearsall is a UK-trained consultant ophthalmic surgeon operating across 17 UK locations. Updates in the 'Patient Stories' category are shared here so patients, referrers and colleagues can follow developments as they happen.

Practical details

If this update relates to a service you are considering — from cataract surgery to refractive lens exchange — please contact the Newcastle team or your nearest clinic to arrange a consultation. All treatment recommendations follow a full diagnostic assessment.

Media enquiries

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