Cataract Surgery in London Finchley Road
If you've been told you have cataracts and don't want to wait, our fast-track pathway in London Finchley Road typically has you scanned, listed and operated on within 2–3 weeks. Every procedure is performed by Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon Ms Tahmina Pearsall using micro-incision phacoemulsification — the same technique used in the NHS but on your schedule.
Why patients in London Finchley Road choose Ms Tahmina Pearsall
- Consultant-performed micro-incision phacoemulsification — never delegated
- Fast-track pathway: consultation to surgery in 2–3 weeks
- Choice of monofocal, toric or premium multifocal intraocular lens
- Local anaesthetic, day-case, home the same afternoon
- 12 months of consultant aftercare and YAG cover included
- All major insurers recognised; self-pay quotes fixed in writing
Finchley Road Clinic
128 Finchley Rd, London
NW3 5HT
What to expect on the day
- Warm welcome and paperwork with the clinic team
- Full pre-operative scans (OCT, biometry, topography)
- 60-minute consultation with Ms Pearsall herself
- Written, itemised quote — take home, no pressure
- Surgery date agreed on your timeline, not ours
Cataract Surgery in London Finchley Road — FAQs
How much does private cataract surgery cost?+
From £2,750 per eye with a standard monofocal lens; £3,100 with a toric lens for astigmatism; from £3,500 per eye with a premium multifocal lens (PanOptix, Vivity, Symfony).
How quickly can I have cataract surgery?+
Our fast-track pathway means consultation, biometry and surgery within 2–3 weeks in most cases. Second-eye surgery is usually scheduled 1–2 weeks after the first.
Will I need glasses after cataract surgery?+
With a standard monofocal lens, most patients wear reading glasses. Premium multifocal lenses aim to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses at all distances — suitability is confirmed at consultation.
How long is recovery after cataract surgery?+
Most patients return to reading and screens within 24–48 hours and to driving within a week, subject to a post-op check. Full visual recovery is usually complete by 4 weeks.
Local questions from London Finchley Road patients
Travel, waiting times, insurers and aftercare — answered specifically for patients enquiring about cataract surgery in London Finchley Road.
Where is cataract surgery carried out for London Finchley Road patients?+
All consultations and surgery for London Finchley Road patients take place at Finchley Road Clinic, 128 Finchley Rd, London, NW3 5HT. Consultation, scans, surgery and aftercare are all delivered at the same site by the same consultant.
How long is the wait for cataract surgery near London Finchley Road?+
Most London Finchley Road patients are seen for consultation within 5–7 days and treated within 2–3 weeks. There is no NHS-style waiting list — your date is agreed at your consultation and held for you.
Do you see patients from across the UK?+
Yes. Patients travel to Finchley Road Clinic from London Finchley Road and the wider the UK area. Appointments are grouped so travelling patients can complete scans and consultation in a single visit, and post-operative checks can be timed around your journey.
Who performs cataract surgery for London Finchley Road patients?+
Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon Ms Tahmina Pearsall performs every procedure herself. You meet the same surgeon at your London Finchley Road consultation, in theatre and at each follow-up — care is never handed to a visiting optometrist or a rotating surgical team.
Can I use private medical insurance in London Finchley Road?+
Yes. Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, WPA, Cigna, Vitality and Healix are all recognised. If you're self-paying, you receive a written, itemised quote at consultation that includes scans, lens, theatre time and 12 months of aftercare — the price does not change on the day.
How do I get to the clinic from London Finchley Road?+
Finchley Road Clinic sits in central London Finchley Road at NW3 5HT, within easy reach by car or public transport, with parking on site or close by.
How many follow-up visits will I need after cataract surgery?+
Typically a next-day check, then reviews at one week, one month and three months. For London Finchley Road patients travelling further, some reviews can be consolidated or handled by video where it is clinically safe to do so.
Book your London Finchley Road consultation
One number, one email, one consultant — no call centres.