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Mr Damian Lake

Mr Damian Lake

Ophthalmologist

Cranbrook, TN17 4AX

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26 years of experience

Verified profile

26 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.96

57 patient reviews
4.96
Overall Experience
4.95
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.96
Explanation

69 recommendations for:

Cataract Surgery(51)
Cataracts(5)
Multifocal Intraocular Lens(5)
Other(8)

Recent patient review

05 Apr 2024

Very professional and puts the patient at ease with a calm confidence.

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About

Mr Damian Lake is a Consultant Ophthalmologist, Corneal and Refractive Surgeon. Within the field he is accredited in all aspects of eye care but an expert in Corneal transplantation, Cataract surgery and Refractive surgery and reconstruction of damaged eyes. Within his practice Mr Lake pays great attention to detail when treating patients and is dedicated to providing a caring service.

Upon qualifying from The University of Glasgow in 1997, Mr Lake undertook specialist Ophthalmic surgical training in London before completing two Corneal Fellowships at the world renowned Moorfields Hospital and at The Queen Victoria Hospital East Grinstead.

In addition to his practice, he lectures both nationally and internationally on his specialist interests. Mr Lake is a Fellow of The Royal College of Ophthalmologists, a member of The American Academy of Ophthalmologists, a member of the United Kingdom and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons and The Cornea Society.


Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Corneal Transplantation
  • Anterior Segment Reconstruction
  • Keratoprosthesis
  • Keratoconus Rehabilitation
  • Laser Refractive Surgery
  • Ocular Surface Reconstruction
  • Refractive lens exchange
  • Blepharitis
  • Collagen Cross Linking
  • Corneal disease
  • Dry Eyes
  • Ferrara Rings
  • Glaucoma
  • Intacs
  • Keratoconus

Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Cataract Surgery (74%)
  • Cataracts (7%)
  • Multifocal Intraocular Lens (7%)
  • Complex Cataract Surgery (4%)
  • Vision Problems (3%)
  • Others (4%)

Subspecialties
  • Refractive Surgery / Surgical Solutions
  • Retina

All conditions and treatments
  • Cataracts
  • Blepharitis
  • Dry Eyes
  • Corneal Disease
  • Glaucoma
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Corneal Transplantation

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4429432


Qualifications

Qualifications

MB.ChB. The University of Glasgow 1997

FRCOphth The Royal College of Ophthalmology 2004

Additional training

Fellowship Cornea Moorfields Hospital 2006

Fellowship Cornea/External disease/Refractive The Queen Victoria Hospital,East Grinstead 2007


languages spoken
  • English

Location

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Benenden Hospital

4.87
(4502)
Goddards Green Road Benenden, Cranbrook, United Kingdom, TN17 4AX
Goddards Green Road Benenden, Cranbrook, United Kingdom, TN17 4AX
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4.95
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Holtye Road, East Grinstead, United Kingdom, RH19 3EB
Holtye Road, East Grinstead, United Kingdom, RH19 3EB
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Reviews

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Cataract Surgery (51)
Cataracts (5)
Multifocal Intraocular Lens (5)
Complex Cataract Surgery (3)
Vision Problems (2)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

57 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very professional and puts the patient at ease with a calm confidence.

05 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Explained all the procedure and put me at my ease I have no problem coming to have the cataract removed from my left eye

03 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Everything was explained fully and was very efficient

03 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Reassuring

20 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Lake has a quiet manner which instils confidence. In my opinion his technical skill as a surgeon is exceptional which is born out by the rapid recovery I have experienced.

01 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

4

4.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.00
Explanation

Very prompt and professional but I felt my experience was a little rushed.

02 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Dry Eyes
Blepharitis
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very friendly, putting one at ease

20 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataracts
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Informative throughout the procedure, very reassuring! I loved his Batman head covering!

20 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I felt safe in his hands

22 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Made me feel confident and that I understood exactly what would happen to me at every stage. The procedure went exactly as he said it would.

15 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery
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What are Mr Damian Lake's reviews like?

Mr Damian Lake's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 57 reviews

What languages does Mr Damian Lake speak?

Mr Damian Lake speaks English

Where is Mr Damian Lake located?

Mr Damian Lake primarily practices at Benenden Hospital, located at Goddards Green Road Benenden, Cranbrook, United Kingdom, TN17 4AX
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