Cataract Surgery in London
Private cataract surgery in London starts with establishing how much a cloudy natural lens affects your daily life and whether another eye condition is also limiting vision. Ms Tahmina Pearsall discusses the examination findings, lens choices and a personalised plan. Use this London guide to prepare for assessment, compare costs and organise your return visits.
Describe what cataracts stop you doing
Bring examples rather than only an eyesight-test result: glare from headlights, difficulty reading labels, blurred faces or problems with work and hobbies. Note whether one or both eyes are affected and how quickly symptoms have changed. This helps distinguish a cataract’s impact from other causes of reduced vision.
Ask what improvement is realistic for your eyes
Removing a cataract clears the cloudy lens, but it does not treat every cause of poor sight. Tell the surgeon about glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetes, previous retinal treatment or laser eye surgery. Ask how these findings affect the likely benefit, lens measurements and suitability for premium implants; a more expensive lens is not automatically the best option.
Plan the journey and drop routine together
Confirm the London operating address and the first follow-up before arranging transport. Do not drive yourself home after surgery. Ask whether you need a companion or an overnight stay and when it is safe to travel. If using drops is difficult, discuss help from a family member and ask for a written schedule. Driving can resume only when you meet the required visual standards and have been advised it is safe.
London consultation locations
- London Bridge Clinic — 82 Borough High St, London, SE1 1LLDirections to London Bridge Clinic
- Finchley Road Clinic — 128 Finchley Rd, London, NW3 5HTDirections to Finchley Road Clinic
- Harley Street Clinic — 15 Harley St, London, W1G 9QQDirections to Harley Street Clinic
These are listed consultation locations, not confirmation of your operating venue. The secretary will confirm the appropriate address and appointment availability.
Sudden loss of vision, a new curtain or shadow, or severe eye pain needs urgent local eye care, not a routine appointment.
The £250 consultation fee is charged separately from any treatment or surgery.
Why patients in London choose Ms Tahmina Pearsall
- Consultation, surgery and follow-up with Ms Pearsall
- Lens choice based on eye health and everyday visual needs
- Written treatment quote before deciding
- London appointment location confirmed before travel
Harley Street Clinic
15 Harley St, London
W1G 9QQ
Before your appointment
- Confirm your appointment address and time with the secretary
- Bring glasses, medication details and previous eye reports
- Ask about eye drops or contact-lens preparation for measurements
- Discuss lens options, alternatives and individual risks
- Request your treatment and follow-up plan in writing
Cataract Surgery in London — FAQs
What does the £250 cataract consultation cover financially?+
It is the clinical consultation fee, charged separately from surgery and not deducted if you proceed. Request a written breakdown of the lens, surgeon, hospital, tests, medication and follow-up costs before accepting a treatment quote.
Where in London will I be seen?+
The practice lists Harley Street, London Bridge and Finchley Road consultation locations. Ask the secretary to confirm the location and available date for your appointment, and separately confirm the hospital or clinic used for surgery.
Should I bring previous LASIK or cataract records?+
Yes, if you have them. Previous laser measurements, an existing implant’s details, optician reports and retinal or glaucoma letters can help the surgeon interpret your examination and plan lens measurements.
Can both eyes be planned at the first assessment?+
Discuss symptoms in both eyes at your consultation. The surgeon will explain whether treatment is appropriate for each eye and how operations and follow-up should be spaced. Do not assume two operations or a fixed interval are suitable for everyone.
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