Premier LASIK, EVO+ ICL, and Refractive Cataract Surgery in London
Mr Alex Day is a specialist laser eye and cataract surgeon at London's Moorfields Private Eye Hospital
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Laser Eye Surgery
Precision laser eye surgery for nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism and presbyopia (age related need for reading glasses). Mr Day performs LASIK, TransPRK, and SMILE procedures, tailoring the technique to you for optimal safety and visual acuity.
Private Cataract Surgery
Mr Alex Day specialises in complex cataract surgery and premium lens implants including multifocal and extended depth of focus lenses. These, combined with meticulous astigmatism correction, minimises your dependence on glasses.
Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) Surgery
A permanent vision correction solution for patients over 50. By replacing the natural lens with a premium intraocular lens that provides clear distance, intermediate and near vision, RLE can correct prescriptions that are too high for laser eye surgery and also means that future cataract surgery will not be needed. All patients have exacting astigmatism correction to maximise their visual outcomes.
Implantable Contact Lens Surgery
An ideal option for those with high prescriptions, thin corneas or dry eyes. The EVO+ ICL is a removable lens implant that provides high-definition vision without permanently altering the shape of the cornea.
YAG Laser Capsulotomy
YAG laser capsulotomy is a quick and painless treatment to restore eyesight to how it was immediately after cataract or refractive lens exchange surgery where the vision has become blurry due to misting of the capsular bag.
Corneal Collagen Crosslinking
Corneal collagen crosslinking (CXL or C3R) is a technique that has been developed over the past 15 years to strengthen the cornea, which is the clear window at the front of the eye. This is important in progressive keratoconus or corneal ectasia where there is continued deformation of the corneal shape and progressive vision loss.
Why Choose Mr Alex Day
FRCOphth, PhD, CertLRS, FWCRS For Eye Surgery?
Expert Consultant Eye Surgeon, London
Clinical excellence
Mr Alex Day only consults privately at Moorfields Private which is part of Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, a world renowned centre of excellence for Ophthalmology.
All equipment is state-of-the-art, from the preoperative workup to the laser platforms for LASIK, SMILE, transPRK and femtosecond laser cataract surgery.
He is renowned for his excellent surgical outcomes, with for example, in the yearly Royal College of Ophthalmologists National Ophthalmology Database Audit publication, his percentage of cataract surgeries with Posterior Capsular Rupture (“PCR”, a complication benchmark) is 0.27%, compared to 0.7% nationally and 0.53% for the Moorfields Eye Hospital average.
He is an examiner for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, an invited programme committee member for the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery and Chairperson for the cataract surgery standard committee of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.
Personalised care
You will see me personally at your initial consultation, I perform your surgery and you will see me again at each appointment after your surgery.
Having personally undergone laser vision correction surgery myself, I know exactly what it feels like to be the patient. This is why I have designed my practice to be a calm, pain-free, and anxiety-free experience.
My mobile number availability 24/7 in case of any emergency postoperative issues.
I am passionate about eye surgery and am extremely methodical, ensuring you achieve the best possible vision.
Evidence-based care
Moorfields Eye Hospital is a world renowned centre of excellence for eye surgery and Mr Alex Day is known internationally as a specialist in cataract surgery and laser vision correction research.
Alex Day completed a PhD at University College London during his research training and was a previous NIHR academic clinical lecturer. He is a frequently invited speaker at national and international conferences.
He is a key opinion leader for the industry and advises on femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery and advanced intraocular lens (IOLs) such as enhanced depth of focus (EDoF) and multifocal lens.
Reassurance
Working at Moorfields Eye Hospital, rather than at a high street clinic, Mr Alex Day can access the full hospital infrastructure where needed. This includes a dedicated Consultant Anaesthetist, allowing for sedation or general anesthesia, and safe surgery for patients with pacemakers or implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICD).
Direct access to other Ophthalmology specialists for joint management of complex and multiple eye conditions, including retinal, glaucoma, and uveitis.
Over half of Mr Alex Day’s patients are following the recommendation by previous patients.
Mr Alex Day is the go-to surgeon for many medical practitioners for their own, and their family’s laser vision correction and cataract surgery.
The Surgeon-Scientist Advantage
Mr Alex Day is not just a clinician; he is a recognised leader in ophthalmic research. As a Principal Investigator for AI trials at Moorfields and the author of over 70 peer-reviewed papers, he ensures his patients benefit from the latest evidence-based techniques. Unlike high-volume technicians, Mr Day personally oversees every stage of your care—from the initial consultation to surgery and post-operative checks. He is a Fellow of the World College of Refractive Surgery (FWCRS) and serves as the Chair of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists Cataract Surgery Standards Group.
Mr Alex Day is frequently featured in the media to share his expert insight on eye health and vision correction. His commentary has been featured in leading publications such as The Times, Vogue, the Daily Mail and The Guardian, where he helps demystify complex eye conditions and highlight the latest advancements in treatment.
“Mr Alex Day is the go-to surgeon for many medical practitioners for their own, and their family’s eye surgery.”
