Private Ophthalmologist for Cambridge Patients
Ms Tahmina Pearsall FRCOphth sees Cambridge patients at our Peterborough Clinic (45 min via A14). Cataract surgery, lens replacement, laser eye surgery and consultant-led second opinions — same surgeon from consultation through aftercare.
Why Cambridge patients travel to see Ms Pearsall
Nearest clinic: Peterborough Clinic
Cambridge patients are seen at our Peterborough Clinic — 45 min via A14. Free parking, ground-floor access, and full pre-op scans on the same visit.
One consultant, start to finish
Ms Pearsall personally performs your Cambridge consultation, surgery and follow-ups — never delegated to a visiting optometrist or junior surgeon.
Fast-track pathway
Most private cataract and lens replacement consultations for Cambridge patients happen within the week. Surgery typically 2–3 weeks after.
Written, fixed pricing
Itemised quote in writing at consultation — never changes on the day. All major UK insurers recognised.
Procedures available to Cambridge patients
Cataract surgery
Consultant-led private cataract surgery for Cambridge patients — from £2,750 per eye, fast-track pathway.
See cataract surgeryLens replacement (RLE)
Refractive lens exchange for Cambridge patients over 45 — premium multifocal lenses, glasses-free vision.
See lens replacementLaser eye surgery
LASIK, SMILE and PRK for Cambridge patients — from £2,000 per eye with 0% APR finance.
See laser eye surgeryEye surgery for Cambridge patients
Cambridge patients are seen at the Peterborough clinic, a straight run along the A14 with free parking on arrival.
Addenbrooke's serves a very large regional population and routine ophthalmology waits reflect that. Cambridge patients typically come to us for premium lens options that are not offered on the NHS at all.
Getting to the clinic from Cambridge
Roughly 45 minutes by car via the A14, or a direct train from Cambridge to Peterborough in about 50 minutes.
Directions to Peterborough ClinicAreas we see Cambridge patients from
Trumpington · Chesterton · Cherry Hinton · Girton · Ely · Royston · St Neots
Local landmarks
Addenbrooke's Hospital · King's College · Grafton Centre · Cambridge station
Cambridge eye surgery FAQs
Is there an eye clinic in Cambridge?+
Cambridge patients are seen by Ms Pearsall at the Peterborough Clinic (172 Lincoln Rd, Peterborough, PE1 2NW). Roughly 45 minutes by car via the A14, or a direct train from Cambridge to Peterborough in about 50 minutes. Scans, consultation and surgery planning are completed in the same visit.
How much does private cataract surgery cost for Cambridge patients?+
From £2,750 per eye for monofocal cataract surgery, £3,100 with a toric lens, and from £3,500 with a premium multifocal IOL. Prices are fixed in writing at consultation and include scans, surgery and 12 months of consultant aftercare.
Can I self-refer from Cambridge?+
Yes. No GP letter is required for a private consultation. Insured patients may need an authorisation code from their insurer — Ms Pearsall is recognised by all major UK insurers.
How do I get from Cambridge to the clinic?+
Roughly 45 minutes by car via the A14, or a direct train from Cambridge to Peterborough in about 50 minutes.
How quickly can Cambridge patients be seen?+
Most private consultations for Cambridge patients are booked within the week. Fast-track cataract and lens replacement surgery typically follows 2–3 weeks after consultation.
Book a Cambridge consultation
Direct line to Ms Pearsall's secretary — no call centres.
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