Private Ophthalmologist for Exeter Patients
Ms Tahmina Pearsall FRCOphth sees Exeter patients at our Newton Abbot Clinic (25 min via A380). Cataract surgery, lens replacement, laser eye surgery and consultant-led second opinions — same surgeon from consultation through aftercare.
Why Exeter patients travel to see Ms Pearsall
Nearest clinic: Newton Abbot Clinic
Exeter patients are seen at our Newton Abbot Clinic — 25 min via A380. Free parking, ground-floor access, and full pre-op scans on the same visit.
One consultant, start to finish
Ms Pearsall personally performs your Exeter 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 Exeter 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 Exeter patients
Cataract surgery
Consultant-led private cataract surgery for Exeter patients — from £2,750 per eye, fast-track pathway.
See cataract surgeryLens replacement (RLE)
Refractive lens exchange for Exeter patients over 45 — premium multifocal lenses, glasses-free vision.
See lens replacementLaser eye surgery
LASIK, SMILE and PRK for Exeter patients — from £2,000 per eye with 0% APR finance.
See laser eye surgeryEye surgery for Exeter patients
Exeter patients are 25 minutes from the Newton Abbot clinic along the A380.
The Royal Devon and Exeter's eye service is busy year-round. Exeter patients most often come to us for refractive lens exchange, which the NHS does not provide.
Getting to the clinic from Exeter
About 25 minutes by car via the A380, or a direct train from Exeter St Davids to Newton Abbot in 25 minutes.
Directions to Newton Abbot ClinicAreas we see Exeter patients from
St Leonard's · Pennsylvania · Topsham · Exmouth · Dawlish · Crediton · Honiton
Local landmarks
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital · Exeter Cathedral · Princesshay · Exeter Quay
Exeter eye surgery FAQs
Is there an eye clinic in Exeter?+
Exeter patients are seen by Ms Pearsall at the Newton Abbot Clinic (34–42 Queen St, Newton Abbot, TQ12 2EH). About 25 minutes by car via the A380, or a direct train from Exeter St Davids to Newton Abbot in 25 minutes. Scans, consultation and surgery planning are completed in the same visit.
How much does private cataract surgery cost for Exeter 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 Exeter?+
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 Exeter to the clinic?+
About 25 minutes by car via the A380, or a direct train from Exeter St Davids to Newton Abbot in 25 minutes.
How quickly can Exeter patients be seen?+
Most private consultations for Exeter patients are booked within the week. Fast-track cataract and lens replacement surgery typically follows 2–3 weeks after consultation.
Book a Exeter consultation
Direct line to Ms Pearsall's secretary — no call centres.
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