Vale Eye Surgeons

Vale Eye Surgeons Welcome to Vale Eye Surgeons, your trusted eye clinic in Cowbridge, South Wales.

We offer expert eye care, including Consultations, YAG Capsulotomy, Cataract & Blepharoplasty Surgery, Lump Removal, and OCT Imaging and Biometry 👁️✨

🎅 Santa says it’s not too late!If you’re still searching for a thoughtful Christmas gift, why not give something a littl...
21/12/2025

🎅 Santa says it’s not too late!

If you’re still searching for a thoughtful Christmas gift, why not give something a little different this year 🎄

Do you know someone who struggles with dry, uncomfortable eyes and may benefit from an OptiLight IPL session?

OptiLight IPL is commonly used to help manage Dry Eye Disease linked to Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) and can also be used for facial concerns such as rosacea or age spots. It’s a great option whether you’re treating someone special - or treating yourself ✨

A great alternative to traditional gifts!

📍 Available at our Cardiff Gate Clinic
📩 Please enquire with us directly for prices and availability
📞 Send us a message or contact the practice to find out more





✨ The benefits of OptiLight IPL for Dry Eye ✨Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) is a leading cause of Dry Eye, where bloc...
19/12/2025

✨ The benefits of OptiLight IPL for Dry Eye ✨

Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) is a leading cause of Dry Eye, where blocked or inflamed oil glands cause tears to evaporate too quickly. OptiLight IPL is designed to target this problem at the source.

💡 How IPL helps:
• Reduces eyelid inflammation
• Improves oil flow from Meibomian glands
• Decreases abnormal blood vessels that drive inflammation
• Stabilises the tear film
• Provides long-term symptom relief

✔ Clinically proven and safe (First and only FDA approved IPL for dry eye disease)
✔ Quick treatment sessions (10-15 minutes)
✔ Minimal discomfort
✔ No downtime
✔ Long-lasting results with a treatment course
✔ May reduce reliance on eye drops

Treatment is usually delivered as a course of 4 sessions, spaced a few weeks apart, with progressive improvement over treatments.

📸 Pictured: Tom undergoing OptiLight IPL treatment for his dry eyes.

✨ NEW at Vale Eye Surgeons: OptiLight IPL ✨We’re pleased to introduce OptiLight IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) treatment, no...
17/12/2025

✨ NEW at Vale Eye Surgeons: OptiLight IPL ✨

We’re pleased to introduce OptiLight IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) treatment, now available at our Cardiff Gate Clinic.

OptiLight is the first and only FDA approved Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy for managing dry eye disease caused by Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.

This advanced, non-invasive treatment can be used for:
• Dry Eye Disease linked to Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)
• ⁠Facial aesthetics such as rosacea, age spots

A consultation is required to assess suitability and confirm whether IPL is right for you.

👉 We recently shared a post explaining the symptoms of Dry Eye Disease in more detail – visit our page to learn more.
👉 Or get in touch to enquire or book a consultation.

📍 Cardiff Gate Clinic

✨ A wonderful VES Christmas get-together ✨Last night the Vale Eye Surgeons team headed to Magda’s for our Christmas part...
14/12/2025

✨ A wonderful VES Christmas get-together ✨

Last night the Vale Eye Surgeons team headed to Magda’s for our Christmas party, and what a night it was. Huge thanks to Magda and Gavin for being such fantastic hosts. We enjoyed incredible food from Padraig at , a heartfelt speech from Tom, great music from Jack, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Just a few candid snaps from a really lovely evening 🎄✨

✨ A proud moment for ophthalmology in Wales ✨We’re delighted to share that Magda Popiela - Consultant Ophthalmologist at...
09/12/2025

✨ A proud moment for ophthalmology in Wales ✨

We’re delighted to share that Magda Popiela - Consultant Ophthalmologist at Cardiff and Vale UHB, and a valued member of the Vale Eye Surgeons team - has become the first surgeon in Wales to perform surgery using the EndoArt Artificial Endothelial Implant.

The EndoArt implant is a synthetic layer placed on the posterior corneal surface through a minimally invasive procedure. This cutting-edge technology opens a new treatment pathway for patients with complex corneal disease, helping to:
• Reduce reliance on donor corneal tissue
• Lower the risk of graft rejection
• Improve outcomes in challenging cases

Magda carried out this groundbreaking procedure for Bethan, who appeared with her on Saving Lives in Cardiff 2024. You can follow part of her journey in Series 1, Episode 4 on BBC iPlayer.

👏 Huge congratulations to Bethan, Magda, and everyone involved in achieving this milestone for eye care in Wales.

✨ Christmas has arrived at Vale Eye Surgeons! ✨Both our Cowbridge and Cardiff clinics are looking wonderfully festive an...
05/12/2025

✨ Christmas has arrived at Vale Eye Surgeons! ✨

Both our Cowbridge and Cardiff clinics are looking wonderfully festive and ready to welcome you this season. 🎄👁️

01/12/2025

Ms Magda Popiela, Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Director of Ophthalmology at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board has become the first ophthalmic surgeon in Wales to use the EndoArt Artificial Endothelial Implant, an innovative new treatment offering hope to patients with complex corneal conditions.

The EndoArt implant is a synthetic implant inserted into the eye through a minimally invasive procedure. The cutting-edge technology offers an alternative to donor corneal tissue, offering patients with challenging cases an improved chance of a positive outcome.

Find out more on the website: https://orlo.uk/FcShF

📸 Magda photographed with Charles Homes, representative from the company which produces EndoArt, Eye-yon, who supported with the surgery.

✨ What a night! ✨We had a fabulous evening on Saturday celebrating the Optometry Wales Awards. Vale Eye Surgeons were pr...
01/12/2025

✨ What a night! ✨

We had a fabulous evening on Saturday celebrating the Optometry Wales Awards. Vale Eye Surgeons were proud sponsors of the Rising Star Award - huge congratulations to Adib Missaghi on a truly well-deserved win! 🌟

A huge well done to all the winners and nominees, and a big thank you to Optometry Wales for hosting such an inspiring and memorable evening.

Tom, Jack and Sara also had some fun testing out a pair of Meta glasses… 👓😄



✈️ Tom and Magda have just returned from an incredible week in Doha, where they once again served as examiners for the F...
29/11/2025

✈️ Tom and Magda have just returned from an incredible week in Doha, where they once again served as examiners for the FRCS (Ophthalmology) exam on behalf of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

This globally respected qualification is a vital milestone for ophthalmologists worldwide, recognised by the GMC and helping to support the pathway into NHS careers here in the UK.

We’re immensely proud of our team for continuing to champion the next generation of eye surgeons - this time with the stunning backdrop of Doha’s skyline and culture! 👁️🌍

👁️✨ The Art of the Eye ✨️👁An iris is nature’s finest artwork- intricate, vibrant and completely unique.Featuring the lat...
26/11/2025

👁️✨ The Art of the Eye ✨️👁

An iris is nature’s finest artwork- intricate, vibrant and completely unique.

Featuring the latest iris captures from the Vale Eye Surgeons team.

Are you experiencing dry eyes? 👁️💧You’re not alone - dry eye is incredibly common, and while it’s not usually serious, i...
19/11/2025

Are you experiencing dry eyes? 👁️💧
You’re not alone - dry eye is incredibly common, and while it’s not usually serious, it can be uncomfortable and affect your day-to-day life.

Common symptoms include:
🔥 Stinging, burning or scratchy sensations
🌫️ Feeling like something is in your eye (grittiness)
💦 Watery eyes (the eye over-compensating for dryness)
🔴 Redness or irritation
👓 Blurred or fluctuating vision
🌞 Light sensitivity
🟡 Stringy discharge or mucus
👁️‍🗨️ Discomfort with contact lenses
💻 Eye fatigue, especially with screens or reading
🌬️ Increased dryness in air-conditioning, heating or windy environments

The good news? We’re expanding our treatment options very soon. Stay tuned… 💙✨

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and today is World Diabetes Day.High blood sugar can damage the tiny vessels at th...
14/11/2025

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and today is World Diabetes Day.
High blood sugar can damage the tiny vessels at the back of the eye, leading to diabetic retinopathy and other sight-threatening conditions.
Regular eye checks can detect changes early and help protect your vision. 💙👁️



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10A High Street
Cowbridge
CF717AG

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Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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