Cataract Eye Surgery News
Protecting Vision on and off the Field: Sports Eye Injury Month
April marks Sports Eye Injury Awareness Month, a vital time to shed light on a lesser-known but potentially devastating risk for athletes of all ages — eye trauma. At Solasta Healthcare we’re committed not only to restoring vision but also to helping you protect it. The Eye-Opening Reality of Sports Injuries Over 100,000 sports-related eye injuries occur annually…
Ulster Tatler speaks to Solasta’s Lead Medical Director, Mr Michael O’Gallagher
April 2025 – Ulster Tatler Ulster Tatler speaks to Solasta’s Lead Medical Director, Mr Michael O’Gallagher, one of the region’s most respected anterior segment surgeons. You can find the article online on https://issuu.com/ulstertatler/docs/april_tatler_2025_reduced_ page 60-61 You studied medicine at Queen’s University, at what point did you decide to specialise in ophthalmic medicine? I discovered my…
Revolutionising Cataract Surgery: CPD Event Showcases the Ngenuity 3D Visualisation System
Solasta Healthcare, Company news | April 2025 Last week, a highly anticipated CPD (Continuing Professional Development) meeting brought together a group of local optometrists to explore one of the most transformative advances in cataract surgery technology: the Ngenuity 3D Visualisation System. Hosted at Solasta Healthcare based in The Boulevard, Banbridge, the session offered a first-hand look…
Cataract Surgery FAQs – 50 Questions!
Your Ultimate Guide to Everything You Need to Know If you or a loved one is considering cataract surgery, it’s normal to have a lot of questions. In fact, many patients come to their consultation with long lists—and we welcome them! To save you time and help you feel more informed, we’ve compiled 50 of the most frequently…
Cataract Surgery FAQs : About Results and Outcomes
1. Is cataract surgery safe? Patients want reassurance about the risks. Cataract surgery is one of the safest and most common surgeries worldwide, with a very high success rate. 2. Will I be awake during the surgery? Yes, most cataract surgeries are done under local anaesthesia with sedation, so you’re relaxed but awake (and don’t feel pain). 3. How long does…
Top 10 Cataract Surgery Questions our Patients Ask!
Here are the top 10 questions patients commonly ask about cataract surgery, based on what ophthalmologists and cataract specialists frequently hear from their patients: 1. Is cataract surgery safe? Patients want reassurance about the risks. Cataract surgery is one of the safest and most common surgeries worldwide, with a very high success rate. 2. Will I be awake during the…
Evaluating the Necessity and Timing of Cataract Surgery
Cataracts are a common part of the aging process, gradually clouding the eye’s natural lens and impairing vision over time. While cataract surgery is a safe and highly effective procedure, one of the most important decisions patients and their eye care providers face is determining when surgery is truly necessary. Timing can make a significant difference in…
A Clear Milestone: Our 100th Patient Treated at Solasta Healthcare
March 2025 – Solasta Healthcare At Solasta Healthcare, we’re proud to announce a major milestone – we’ve successfully treated our 100th cataract surgery patient since opening our doors only a few months ago. This moment marks more than just a number; it represents restored vision, renewed independence, and improved quality of life for the people who have…
Solasta implant the first Serenity lens in Ireland
26th March 2025 Mr Michael O’Gallagher, consultant ophthalmologist and Medical Director at Solasta Healthcare had another first this week when he became the first surgeon in Ireland to implant the new ISOPURE SERENITY Premium Monofocal hydrophobic IOL from BVI. The lens is engineered to provide cataract patients with a consistent range of vision, from excellent distance…
Solasta Healthcare sets its sights higher with Consultant Ophthalmologist appointment
Published 3rd Feb 2025, 15:46 GMT – https://www.newsletter.co.uk/business/solasta-healthcare-sets-its-sights-higher-with-consultant-ophthalmologist-appointment-4973023 Solasta Healthcare, specialist cataract clinic based in The Boulevard, Banbridge, have recently welcomed a new member to their growing team, Dimple Patel. Ms Patel joins Solasta as a Consultant Ophthalmologist, bringing over 15 years of experience in the industry. She has a specialist interest in cataract treatment…