Cataract Surgery in York
If you've been told you have cataracts and don't want to wait, our fast-track pathway in York 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 York 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
Leeds Clinic
47 The Headrow, Leeds
LS1 5RB
York patients are seen at our Leeds clinic — 25 min by train.
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 York — 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 York patients
Travel, waiting times, insurers and aftercare — answered specifically for patients enquiring about cataract surgery in York.
Where is cataract surgery carried out for York patients?+
York patients are seen at Leeds Clinic, 47 The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 5RB — around 25 min by train from York. Consultation, scans, surgery and every follow-up happen at that one site, so you never travel to a different clinic mid-pathway.
How long is the wait for cataract surgery near York?+
Most York 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 Yorkshire?+
Yes. Patients travel to Leeds Clinic from York and the wider Yorkshire 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 York patients?+
Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon Ms Tahmina Pearsall performs every procedure herself. You meet the same surgeon at your York 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 York?+
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 York?+
The journey from York to Leeds Clinic takes approximately 25 min by train. Parking is available on site or nearby, and the team can help schedule your appointment to avoid peak travel times.
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 York patients travelling further, some reviews can be consolidated or handled by video where it is clinically safe to do so.
Book your York consultation
One number, one email, one consultant — no call centres.