Private Ophthalmologist for Plymouth Patients
Ms Tahmina Pearsall FRCOphth sees Plymouth patients at our Newton Abbot Clinic (45 min via A38). Cataract surgery, lens replacement, laser eye surgery and consultant-led second opinions — same surgeon from consultation through aftercare.
Why Plymouth patients travel to see Ms Pearsall
Nearest clinic: Newton Abbot Clinic
Plymouth patients are seen at our Newton Abbot Clinic — 45 min via A38. Free parking, ground-floor access, and full pre-op scans on the same visit.
One consultant, start to finish
Ms Pearsall personally performs your Plymouth 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth patients
Cataract surgery
Consultant-led private cataract surgery for Plymouth patients — from £2,750 per eye, fast-track pathway.
See cataract surgeryLens replacement (RLE)
Refractive lens exchange for Plymouth patients over 45 — premium multifocal lenses, glasses-free vision.
See lens replacementLaser eye surgery
LASIK, SMILE and PRK for Plymouth patients — from £2,000 per eye with 0% APR finance.
See laser eye surgeryEye surgery for Plymouth patients
Plymouth patients are seen at the Newton Abbot clinic on Queen Street, a straight run up the A38 with town-centre parking nearby.
Derriford covers a very large rural catchment across Devon and east Cornwall, which stretches routine waiting times. Plymouth patients choose us for a named consultant and a firm date.
Getting to the clinic from Plymouth
About 45 minutes by car via the A38, or a direct train from Plymouth to Newton Abbot in 35 minutes, five minutes' walk from the clinic.
Directions to Newton Abbot ClinicAreas we see Plymouth patients from
Plympton · Plymstock · Saltash · Ivybridge · Tavistock · Liskeard · Yelverton
Local landmarks
Derriford Hospital · Plymouth Hoe · Royal William Yard · Drake Circus
Plymouth eye surgery FAQs
Is there an eye clinic in Plymouth?+
Plymouth patients are seen by Ms Pearsall at the Newton Abbot Clinic (34–42 Queen St, Newton Abbot, TQ12 2EH). About 45 minutes by car via the A38, or a direct train from Plymouth to Newton Abbot in 35 minutes, five minutes' walk from the clinic. Scans, consultation and surgery planning are completed in the same visit.
How much does private cataract surgery cost for Plymouth 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 Plymouth?+
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 Plymouth to the clinic?+
About 45 minutes by car via the A38, or a direct train from Plymouth to Newton Abbot in 35 minutes, five minutes' walk from the clinic.
How quickly can Plymouth patients be seen?+
Most private consultations for Plymouth patients are booked within the week. Fast-track cataract and lens replacement surgery typically follows 2–3 weeks after consultation.
Book a Plymouth consultation
Direct line to Ms Pearsall's secretary — no call centres.
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