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48 Insight Magazine Winter 2025 Supporter newsA cause he truly believes in: running the 2025 London Marathon for Glaucoma UKNatallie Hoare, Head of FundraisingDr Dan Lindfield, Consultant Ophthalmologist specialising in glaucoma surgery at the Royal Surrey County Hospital in Guildford, is gearing up to take on the 2025 London Marathon this April. But this isn%u2019t just any marathon%u2014it's a deeply personal mission to raise %u00a35,000 for Glaucoma UK, a charity that holds a special place in his heart.%u201cI%u2019m running for a cause I truly believe in,%u201d Dr Lindfield shares. %u201cGlaucoma UK has been an invaluable support to so many of my patients. They provide the resources, information, and guidance that can make all the difference in managing glaucoma effectively.%u201d He adds, %u201cI always refer my patients to Glaucoma UK because they offer the time and expertise to answer the questions I sometimes can%u2019t during a busy clinic appointment. Their support is truly vital.%u201dGlaucoma UK is incredibly grateful to consultants like Dr Lindfield, who take the time to share information about the charity with their patients. It%u2019s through the efforts of dedicated healthcare professionals that more people gain access to the support, community, and resources that are so crucial for managing glaucoma and improving lives.Having recently completed the 2024 Berlin Marathon, Dr Lindfield is no stranger to endurance challenges. But this marathon is different. Every mile he runs will be for his patients and for the ongoing effort to raise awareness about glaucoma. %u201cEarly diagnosis and ongoing research are essential,%u201d he explains. %u201cTogether, we can help create a future where people with glaucoma can live well and maintain their quality of life, without fear of preventable sight loss.%u201d