Cataract Surgery in Manchester
If you've been told you have cataracts and don't want to wait, our fast-track pathway in Manchester 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 Manchester 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
Manchester Clinic
1 Albert Square, Manchester
M2 3FU
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 Manchester — 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.
Book your Manchester consultation
One number, one email, one consultant — no call centres.