Fantastic service
Both medical and nursing staff were fantastic. Clean facilities slick procedure and kitchen staff make the best post-op toast ever!
Thank you to everyone.

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Mr Vijay Hegde has over 20 years of experience in Ophthalmology. He was appointed as Consultant Ophthalmologist in 2010 and works at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary & BMI Albyn Hospital. He has undergone extensive training in cataract and retinal surgery and has undertaken surgical fellowships in Edinburgh, Newcastle, Manchester and Aberdeen. Mr Hegde specialises in performing complex cataract surgery including topical or no needle cataract surgery. His routine cataract surgery involves micro incision with full choice of intraocular lenses to reduce spectacle dependency. He is one of the early adopters of latest ophthalmic technologies, using sutureless, local anaesthetic vitrectomy for an early post-operative recovery. Mr Hegde is actively involved in clinical research. He has numerous publications and presentations under his name. He is recognised as a surgical trainer both for cataract and vitreoretinal surgery by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. He is currently in charge of medical students teaching for ophthalmology; he also enjoys training nurses and optometrists. He is an examiner for FRCSEd examination at Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh. He is currently the Regional Educational Advisor for Royal College of Ophthalmologists. He is married and lives with 2 children and a dog. In his down time he likes to spend time with his family, playing cricket and golf. He volunteers an an official at Gordonians Cricket Club and enjoys working and training juniors.
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Both medical and nursing staff were fantastic. Clean facilities slick procedure and kitchen staff make the best post-op toast ever!
Thank you to everyone.

Reply from Mr Vijay Hegde
Mr Hedge was timely at every appointment and confirmed my visual shortcomings caused by cataracts in both eyes.
He explained that both were suitable for regular surgery and suggested a treatment plan. When I attended the appointments for surgery he visited me and was reassuring. He then met me in the theatre and explained everything he was doing and what I could expect.
I felt in safe hands throughout procedures.
I am now one month on from the completion of surgery and my sight is amazing, I have crystal clear distant vision and use only weak of the shelf gasses to read small print. Driving at night on narrow Highland Roads still causes me a little concern when faced with ultra bright LED headlamps but otherwise I feel much more comfortable and confident.

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Lovely staff, especially Mr. Hedge. Treatment worked perfectly and has left my eyesight the best it has been in years.

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Mr Hegde is very approachable, clearly explaining the procedures and the options available. Thereby putting one at ease, confident that the outcome will be successful. That confidence was then justified by the success of the surgery. For me the whole procedure and recovery were totally free from pain or even discomfort, less onerous than some experiences I have had with a dentist. Most importantly the surgery has enabled me to easily drive without glasses for the first time in over thirty years and to overcome the halo effect that more recently prevented me driving after sunset.

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Very professional manner at each appointment

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I CANNOT FIND ANY FAULT WITH MY TREATMENT AT THIS HOSPITAL. A REALLY PROFICIENT PERFORMANCE FROM ALL MEMBERS OF STAFF. THANKS TO YOU ALL.

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Mr Hegde carried out a very successful cataract operation. He was very helpful and I had full confidence in him. I have recommended him to 2 other people.

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I would highly recommend Mr Hegde to anyone requiring cataract surgery. He explained everything to me in easy to understand terms answering any question I had. His manner was attentive but calm putting me at ease and I felt totally comfortable during my procedure. Everything went well and my follow-up call was at a time convenient for me and answered any remains questions I had. Excellent service!

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I had bilateral cataract surgery performed by Mr Hegde. My experience was very good and I have only praise for Mr Hegde.

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I was impressed with Mr Hegde’s professional manner from the start. He identified my eyesight needs (which were different in each eye) and wasted no time in conveying the information that I was grateful to receive. His skill, calm manner and brief comments before, during and after the procedure were reassuring to me. I am so glad that I chose him from the available eye surgeons at Albyn Hopspital.

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Mr Hegde Thank you so Much for your professionalism during my cataract removal and lens replacement surgery I was put at ease throughout the procedure with great results

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Mr Hegde is a consummate professional and extremely good at putting you at ease, and giving you all the information you need. I have had to have cataracts removed from both eyes in my 40's, and considering that I have only one good eye, it has been quite daunting. Mr Hegde has performed two excellent surgeries, both of which have been a complete success. He is also very personabIe and easy to talk to - I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him should you need advice or indeed, surgery.

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I have had cataracts removed from both eyes by Mr Hegde. His description of the procedure was excellent and comprehensive. I fully understood what was to be done and the requirements of the post operation care.
My surgery went perfectly and I would recommend Mr Hegde without any hesitation. My distant sight is great and my need for reading glasses is slight.
A great experience.

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He examined me step wise prior to cataract surgery and explained the proceedings clarifying my doubts. During the procedure he went on explaining the progress followed by post procedure care.
He contacted me on phone when I wanted an advice after the surgery.
He engages with the patient very well during the procedure which helps in feeling safe and relaxed.
His practiced hands and skills completed the procedure before I could realise it.

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I had cataracts in both eyes removed and replaced with multi focal lenses. I am 74 and my sight was impacting my ability to drive. The procedure was pain free both during and after the procedure. Both my distance and near sight has been restored and I do not require glasses. After initial apprehension I soon felt I was in safe hands.

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