Private Ophthalmologist for Oxford Patients
Ms Tahmina Pearsall FRCOphth sees Oxford patients at our Reading Clinic (35 min via A329). Cataract surgery, lens replacement, laser eye surgery and consultant-led second opinions — same surgeon from consultation through aftercare.
Why Oxford patients travel to see Ms Pearsall
Nearest clinic: Reading Clinic
Oxford patients are seen at our Reading Clinic — 35 min via A329. Free parking, ground-floor access, and full pre-op scans on the same visit.
One consultant, start to finish
Ms Pearsall personally performs your Oxford 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 Oxford 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 Oxford patients
Cataract surgery
Consultant-led private cataract surgery for Oxford patients — from £2,750 per eye, fast-track pathway.
See cataract surgeryLens replacement (RLE)
Refractive lens exchange for Oxford patients over 45 — premium multifocal lenses, glasses-free vision.
See lens replacementLaser eye surgery
LASIK, SMILE and PRK for Oxford patients — from £2,000 per eye with 0% APR finance.
See laser eye surgeryEye surgery for Oxford patients
Oxford patients travel a short distance down the A329/M4 to the Reading clinic — often quicker than crossing Oxford itself at peak times.
The Oxford Eye Hospital is a major tertiary centre, which means routine cataract and lens cases often sit behind complex referrals. Oxford patients choose private care to be seen and operated on by the same consultant within weeks.
Getting to the clinic from Oxford
Around 35 minutes by car via the A329(M), or a direct train from Oxford to Reading in about 25 minutes, with the clinic four minutes from the station.
Directions to Reading ClinicAreas we see Oxford patients from
Summertown · Headington · Jericho · Botley · Abingdon · Didcot · Witney
Local landmarks
John Radcliffe Hospital · Oxford Eye Hospital · Radcliffe Camera · Westgate Oxford
Oxford eye surgery FAQs
Is there an eye clinic in Oxford?+
Oxford patients are seen by Ms Pearsall at the Reading Clinic (108A Friar St, Reading, RG1 1EP). Around 35 minutes by car via the A329(M), or a direct train from Oxford to Reading in about 25 minutes, with the clinic four minutes from the station. Scans, consultation and surgery planning are completed in the same visit.
How much does private cataract surgery cost for Oxford 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 Oxford?+
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 Oxford to the clinic?+
Around 35 minutes by car via the A329(M), or a direct train from Oxford to Reading in about 25 minutes, with the clinic four minutes from the station.
How quickly can Oxford patients be seen?+
Most private consultations for Oxford patients are booked within the week. Fast-track cataract and lens replacement surgery typically follows 2–3 weeks after consultation.
Book a Oxford consultation
Direct line to Ms Pearsall's secretary — no call centres.
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