Private Ophthalmologist for Derby Patients
Ms Tahmina Pearsall FRCOphth sees Derby patients at our Leicester Clinic (35 min via A6). Cataract surgery, lens replacement, laser eye surgery and consultant-led second opinions — same surgeon from consultation through aftercare.
Why Derby patients travel to see Ms Pearsall
Nearest clinic: Leicester Clinic
Derby patients are seen at our Leicester Clinic — 35 min via A6. Free parking, ground-floor access, and full pre-op scans on the same visit.
One consultant, start to finish
Ms Pearsall personally performs your Derby 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 Derby 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 Derby patients
Cataract surgery
Consultant-led private cataract surgery for Derby patients — from £2,750 per eye, fast-track pathway.
See cataract surgeryLens replacement (RLE)
Refractive lens exchange for Derby patients over 45 — premium multifocal lenses, glasses-free vision.
See lens replacementLaser eye surgery
LASIK, SMILE and PRK for Derby patients — from £2,000 per eye with 0% APR finance.
See laser eye surgeryEye surgery for Derby patients
Derby patients are seen at the Leicester clinic on Charles Street, a 35-minute drive down the A6 or M1.
Royal Derby's cataract service has a long routine list. Derby patients typically come to us when vision is already affecting work or driving.
Getting to the clinic from Derby
Around 35 minutes by car via the A6, or a direct train from Derby to Leicester in 30 minutes, then a seven-minute walk.
Directions to Leicester ClinicAreas we see Derby patients from
Littleover · Mickleover · Allestree · Belper · Burton upon Trent · Ashbourne · Ilkeston
Local landmarks
Royal Derby Hospital · Derby Cathedral · Intu Derby · Pride Park
Derby eye surgery FAQs
Is there an eye clinic in Derby?+
Derby patients are seen by Ms Pearsall at the Leicester Clinic (171–173 Charles St, Leicester, LE1 1LA). Around 35 minutes by car via the A6, or a direct train from Derby to Leicester in 30 minutes, then a seven-minute walk. Scans, consultation and surgery planning are completed in the same visit.
How much does private cataract surgery cost for Derby 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 Derby?+
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 Derby to the clinic?+
Around 35 minutes by car via the A6, or a direct train from Derby to Leicester in 30 minutes, then a seven-minute walk.
How quickly can Derby patients be seen?+
Most private consultations for Derby patients are booked within the week. Fast-track cataract and lens replacement surgery typically follows 2–3 weeks after consultation.
Book a Derby consultation
Direct line to Ms Pearsall's secretary — no call centres.
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