Strabismus (squint) and neuro-ophthalmology
For the treatment of squints and visual problems related to the nervous system.
For the treatment of squints and visual problems related to the nervous system.
Appointment information
Strabismus team020 7566 2705
Neuro-ophthalmology team020 7566 2219
What this service does
There are two teams in this service, one dealing with squints and the other with visual problems related to the nervous system.
Our squint team works closely with clinicians in our children’s service, as squints can affect between 3% and 5% of all children. Orthoptists are also a vital part of this team, as their expertise lies mainly in the treatment of problems relating to how the eye moves and misalignment of the eyes.
Our neuro-ophthalmology team deals with disorders affecting the nerve pathways that connect the eyes to the brain.
How do I make an appointment with this service?
You should see your GP or optician in the first instance. If he or she decides that your eye condition needs to be investigated by more specialist staff, they will arrange for you to have an outpatient appointment with Moorfields or another eye-care provider. If you choose to be treated at Moorfields, we will send you a letter confirming the date, time and location of your appointment with us.
Other useful contacts
For treatment for urgent, sight-threatening problems and for issues that cannot wait for a routine appointment with your GP, you can come directly to our dedicated A&E department which is based in Moorfields Eye Hospital in London’s City Road. A&E is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
You can also get information and advice on eye conditions and treatments from our telephone helpline, Moorfields Direct, on 020 7566 2345. Staffed by experienced ophthalmic-trained nurses, the helpline is open from 9am to 9pm, Monday to Friday and from 8.30am to 5pm on Saturdays. At busy times, we might not be able to answer your call straight away - please bear with us and call back a little later if this happens.
Patient information leaflets
Adult leaflets
Botulinum toxin treatment for protecting the eye surface (inducing a drooping eyelid)
Botulinum toxin treatment for improving facial symmetry after facial nerve palsy
Botulinum toxin treatment for watery eyes
Botulinum toxin treatment for skykinesis (involuntary facial movement)
Botulinum toxin treatment for squint
Botulinum toxin injections for strabismus (squint) in pregnancy
DVLA licence FAQ’s-vision and driving
Diplopia (double vision) and driving FAQ's
Your CT scan
Your DCG
Your X-ray
Children's leaflets
Accommodative esotropia: for parents
Botulinum toxin treatment for squint in children
Brown syndrome: for teens/parents
Duane's Retraction syndrome: 8-12 years
Duane's Retraction syndrome: for teens/parents
Electrophysiology in children:for parents