Mr Simon Horgan

Mr Simon Horgan is a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Battersea Hospital in Battersea, London. After qualifying from London University in 1986 and receiving his ophthalmology training at Moorfields Eye Hospital, Simon specialises in macular degeneration and other retinal problems, diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, cataracts, use of multifocal implant lenses, astigmatic corrections and general ophthalmology including watery eye and lid lumps.

Special interests Cataract surgery and refractive lens exchange offering a wide range of lenses including multifocal and toricYAG laser capsulotomy treatment (post-cataract surgery)Glaucoma and high eye pressure – care, treatment and monitoring, including Laser iridotomy and trabeculectomyMacular Degeneration – care and treatment using modern injection therapies including Avastin, Eylea and VabysmoDiabetic eye disease – care, treatment and monitoring including Ozurdex injections and argon laserFloaters – assessment and treatment with laserContact lens problemsRetinal tears and detachments – diagnosis and treatmentRetinal problems – drusen and vein occlusionsExcision of pterygiumIncision/excision of eyelid lumps/chalazionInsertion of punctal plugsGeneral eye problems – watery eye, glare, dazzle, itchy, red or inflamed eyesDry eyes (including use of punctal plugs)Double visionCertificate of Visual Impairment (CVI) assessments.

Personal interests Theatre, ballet, opera, travel, music

Languages spoken English, French, Spanish