Fast-Track Cataract Surgery
Consultant-performed cataract surgery within 2–3 weeks of your consultation — without NHS waiting lists.
from £2,750 per eye (mono) · Premium lenses from £3,500
Clear vision, sooner
Skip NHS waiting lists with a consultant-performed procedure within 2–3 weeks of your consultation. Micro-incision phacoemulsification takes 15–20 minutes; most patients notice sharper vision within 24–48 hours. New to the diagnosis? Read our plain-English guide to what a cataract is. You choose your intraocular lens (IOL) — standard monofocal, toric for astigmatism, or premium multifocal for a wider range of focus — with detailed biometry and lens counselling included.
- Choice of standard, toric or premium multifocal IOL
- Second eye typically treated 1–2 weeks after the first
- Consultant continuity from consultation to final review
- Micro-incision phacoemulsification, 15–20 minutes per eye
Fast-track cataract surgery — frequently asked questions
- How long is the NHS cataract surgery waiting list in 2026?
- NHS cataract surgery waiting lists in 2026 typically range from 3 to 9 months depending on your trust, and longer in some regions. Private consultant-led fast-track cataract surgery with Ms Pearsall is usually done within 2–3 weeks of your consultation.
- How much does private cataract surgery cost in the UK?
- Private cataract surgery in the UK costs from £2,750 per eye with a standard monofocal lens, £3,200–£3,500 with a toric lens for astigmatism and £3,500–£4,900 with premium multifocal or EDOF lenses. The fee includes biometry, consultant-led surgery and follow-up care.
- How quickly can I have private cataract surgery?
- Most patients are offered a consultant assessment within 5 working days and surgery within 2–3 weeks. Same-week appointments are usually available if your driving or work is affected.
- How long does cataract surgery recovery take?
- Most patients see clearly within 24–48 hours, with a full recovery over 4–6 weeks. Anti-inflammatory eye drops are used for around a month, and the final refraction is stable at your 6-week review.
- Do I need a GP referral for private cataract surgery?
- No. A GP referral is not required for a private cataract consultation in the UK, though most insurers require one for reimbursement. You can self-refer directly for a consultant assessment.
Find a consultant ophthalmologist near you
Cataract surgery is offered by Ms Tahmina Pearsall, a UK consultant ophthalmologist, with clinics across the UK. Choose your nearest location for local information and to book:
- Consultant ophthalmologist Belfast
- Consultant ophthalmologist Birmingham
- Consultant ophthalmologist Brighton & Hove
- Consultant ophthalmologist Cardiff
- Consultant ophthalmologist Leeds
- Consultant ophthalmologist Leicester
- Consultant ophthalmologist Liverpool
- Consultant ophthalmologist London Bridge
- Consultant ophthalmologist London Finchley Road
- Consultant ophthalmologist London Harley Street
- Consultant ophthalmologist Maidstone
- Consultant ophthalmologist Manchester
- Consultant ophthalmologist Milton Keynes
- Consultant ophthalmologist Newton Abbot
- Consultant ophthalmologist Peterborough
- Consultant ophthalmologist Reading
- Consultant ophthalmologist Southampton