Orthoptist Service

Diagnosing and treating problems with binocular vision.

Sevenoaks Hospital

Sevenoaks Hospital

01732 470310

Hospital Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 3PG

aray1@nhs.net

Tuesday and Thursday, 8am to 2pm.

Wednesday, 8am to 5pm.

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Who we are

We are led by a clinical orthoptist. We deal with issues related to your eyes. We treat patients in west Kent.

What we do

We diagnose and treat problems with binocular vision, such as squint, double vision and difficulty with close work. This is done in partnership with an ophthalmologist, who will investigate any underlying cause and perform surgery, if necessary.

How do you use this service?

You need to be referred by a GP or healthcare professional to use this service

97%

Friends and Family test (FFT) score

(Feedback from October to December 2019)

Your comments

June 2019
Sevenoaks

He did an amazing job on my back neck and shoulders. I have been in agony and unable to sleep for a long time and he's relieved a lot of it. I wish I could see him once a month every month to ensure I don't have a relapse.

February 2019
Sevenoaks

Always patient and efficient and ready to explain what and why. (Visual Fields)

February 2019
Sevenoaks

Attention to my eye health has been cared for thoroughly. (Visual Fields)

January 2019
Sevenoaks

[Staff member] has always been very accommodating re appointment times, has a great way with children and understands their limits and capabilities. She always replies well to questions.

January 2019
Sevenoaks

Friendly, attentive service, excellent with my son. appears knowledgeable and gave good advice.

January 2019
Sevenoaks

Early attendance to appointment. Good with young children.

May 2018
Sevenoaks

Everyone I spoke to in the department come across well. The receptionist was welcoming

April 2018
Sevenoaks

Dr was very nice and knowledgeable. Explained things very well. Good bedside manner.

March 2018
Medway

Informative and professional.

February 2018
Sevenoaks

I was taken in on time and everything went smoothly. (Visual Fields)

February 2018
Sevenoaks

Very quick to be seen.

February 2018
Sevenoaks

Everything was done very well and a great help.

February 2018
Sevenoaks

Polite and prompt service. (Visual Fields)

December 2016

Easy to access and efficient.

December 2016

On time, pleasant and helpful.