Cataract surgery - Private cataract operations

If you would like to learn about cataracts surgery and the cost of cataracts surgery, the information of this page will be of help to you.

A cataract operation involves the removal of a cataract, a cloudy lens in the eye, and the insertion of a lens implant into the eye. In the majority of cases of cataracts no stitches are required. Cataracts treatment is normally carried out with a local anaesthetic (the patient remains awake). Most patients have a cataract operation as a day case, although some opt to stay in hospital overnight. Cataract surgery does not involve laser treatment.

For more information, visit "About cataract treatment".

If you would like a quote for a private cataract operation, complete our hospital treatment enquiry form.

Featured cataract surgery clinics

The following ophthalmic surgery centres and clinics are specialists in cataract operations and treatment, and have extensive services for those seeking private eye surgery in the UK.

The London Ophthalmology Centre (LondonOC), London

Fully qualified consultant ophthalmologists at The London Ophthalmology Centre (LondonOC) provide a world-class service for medical retina, cataract and glaucoma eye surgery as well as cosmetic eyelid surgery to patients in and around London.

Spire Healthcare

Spire Healthcare hospitals, with over 25 years of experience, provide the highest standards of eye surgery at their 25 hospitals located throughout the UK.

Advance VisionCare, Harley Street, London

Advance VisionCare, based in Harley Street, London is one of Europe’s leading eye clinics specialising in refractive surgery such as laser eye correction, cataract extraction and implantable contact lenses.

What does cataract surgery cost?

A private cataract removal operation will normally cost in the region of £1,600 to £2,700 inclusive of hospital charges and consultant’s fees. It is essential that the condition of the patient’s eye is properly evaluated before a final quotation for a cataract operation is given by any provider.

Get a quote for private caratact surgery

If you would like a quote for a cataracts operation, complete our surgery enquiry form. Your enquiry will be sent to a maximum of three private hospitals or private clinics, usually in your local area, who carry out cataract surgery.

Useful information on the web

Information resource	Information provider
Understanding cataracts	RNIB
Don't Lose Sight of Cataract	National Eye Institute (USA)
Understanding Cataracts (PDF file)	The Royal College of Ophthalmologists