Seven-year-old Freya's vision transformed by early eye care at Watford General

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Oct, 11:03 · Archive

A seven-year-old girl's vision has been transformed after early treatment for a misaligned eye at Watford General Hospital.

Seven-year-old Freya was treated at Watford General Hospital for a misaligned eye after her mother noticed one eye turning outwards when Freya was around three years old. With a family history of squint, Danielle Cornelious sought an early referral to the hospital's orthoptics team.

The team treated Freya with glasses and eye patches. Now at seven, Freya no longer needs either treatment. Her improvements in reading, writing and schoolwork have boosted her confidence in everyday life.

Freya's mother praised the care she received, particularly from head orthoptist Sunira Patel. "It's not just that she can see smaller letters on a chart, it's the fact that she is able to do more at school," Danielle said. "She's always been a happy kid, but now she's happy and confident." She noted that the team made her feel heard and known as patients, rather than simply going through procedures.

After discharge from hospital, Freya's vision will continue to be monitored by her local optician.

How it is being reported

• 'Early care has transformed my daughter's world - now she’s happy and confident'Early eye care at Watford General Hospital has transformed a Watford girl’s world.Watford Observer · 14 Oct, 10:35
• Seven‑year‑old Freya’s world transformed after early eye care at Watford GeneralSeven-year-old Freya has grown in confidence and is thriving at school after early treatment from a specialist team at Watford General Hospital transformed her vision.Hemel Gazette · 14 Oct, 10:33

In this story: Freya · Danielle Cornelious · Sunira Patel · Watford General Hospital

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