Why Choose a Private Cataract Surgeon?

Cataract surgery can be life changing, and as a surgeon, I pride myself on taking the time to get to know you so that we can get the best possible outcome.

As a private cataract surgeon, I am able to spend more time with you, getting to know your specific wishes and your specific needs from your vision.

I am also able offer options that just are not available on the NHS. As a private surgeon I have access to Premium lens technologies that can tailor the outcome to the patient, such as toric lenses correcting for astigmatism or trifocal lenses that can free people from their reading glasses.

Finally, as my private patient, you can be certain that I am going to be available to you, before, during and after your surgery.

What is Bespoke Cataract Surgery?

With standard ‘NHS’ lenses, people will still need glasses for near or reading vision. In recent years, more complex lenses have become available that can significantly reduce or eliminate your dependence on reading glasses. These lenses allow us not just to replace function, but to improve and add lost function.

It is vital to choose a surgeon who has access to the full suite of modern lens implants and who will take the time to discuss your specific wishes and needs from your vision.


What is a Cataract?

 A cataract is a clouding of the natural focussing lens in the eye.

Certain conditions or drugs may increase the speed of cataract development, such as diabetes or steroids. In the vast majority of people cataracts are a completely unavoidable part of life, and form gradually over time.

How does a cataract affect my vision?

As cataracts develop slowly, the vision can change very slowly over time.

In the early stages, a cataract can cause glare, especially when driving at night. As the cataract progresses, the lens cloudiness blurs the vision, making the vision hazy making it more difficult to see clearly.