Private cataract surgery Chatham
Improve blurred vision caused by cloudy areas on the lens of the eye.
At Spire Alexandra Hospital, we use trusted and clinically proven techniques to improve blurred eyesight caused by cataracts and get you back to everyday life.
During cataract surgery, your consultant will remove the cloudy lens in your eye and insert a clear artificial lens.
Sometimes also called
- Phacoemulsification
At a glance
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Typical hospital stay
A few hours -
Procedure duration
1 hour -
Type of anaesthetic
Local -
Available to self-pay?
Yes -
Covered by health insurance?
Yes
Why Spire?
- You can usually see a consultant within a few days of enquiry
- Wide range of treatments offered
- Clear pricing with no hidden charges
Cataract surgery: what to expect at Spire Alexandra Hospital
Here at Spire Alexandra Hospital, we are proud to have a team of ophthalmologists (eye specialists) who provide cataract removal surgery centred around your needs.
We offer fast access to tests, scans and treatment and hassle-free booking with appointment times to suit you.
Pricing for Cataract removal surgery at Spire Alexandra Hospital
We offer many ways to pay and our inclusive prices and access to payment plans make it easy and more affordable, even if you don’t have medical insurance.
| Cataract surgery with eyesight correction | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation [2] | £175 | ||
| Treatment price[3] | from £2,681 | ||
| Aftercare[4] | Included | ||
| Price[1] | from £2,856 | ||
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Monthly treatment price (Loan applicable to the treatment cost and excludes the initial consultation) |
from £130 | ||
| Representative example | |
|---|---|
| Loan amount | £2,181 |
| Deposit | £500 |
| Loan period | 18 months |
| Representative APR | 9.9% |
| Total amount repayable | £2,340 |
[1]The price shown is the ‘from price’ (ie the minimum cost of the procedure). Please note that for some procedures the actual price you are quoted may vary significantly and can increase depending on your choice of Consultant (who is an independent practitioner and not an employee of Spire). The fees charged by Consultants and Anaesthetists are set independently and are outside the control of Spire. The price may also vary depending on the type of anaesthetic, implant or drug used, and your medical history.
- [2]Initial Consultation” covers your initial appointment with your Consultant. The price displayed is a guide only as consultant fees may vary.
- [3]“Treatment” includes all the pre-assessment tests and the cost of the treatment, Consultant and Anaesthetist fees, nursing care, medication and food during your stay in hospital and any standard prosthesis. Your hospital stay is included as long as your Consultant advises is necessary.
- [4]“Aftercare” includes your care after you leave hospital, including consultations and physiotherapy visits (up to the number stated in your treatment letter), removal of stitches, change of dressings and the medication you need for up to 14 days after you leave hospital. Note that some home aids are not included.
Disclaimer
Spire Healthcare Limited is registered in England and Wales 1522532. Registered office: 3 Dorset Rise, London EC4Y 8EN. Spire Healthcare Limited acts as a credit broker and offers credit products from Omni Capital Retail Finance. Spire Healthcare Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, registration number: 689975. Your application will be subject to a credit check using a recognised credit reference agency as part of our assessment process. Credit is subject to status, UK residents aged 18 years and over. For more information please visit http://www.omnicapitalretailfinance.co.uk/
Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd finance options are subject to individual status and terms and conditions apply. Finance is provided by Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd which is a credit intermediary. Spire Healthcare does not receive payment for introducing patients to lenders. All named here are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd is registered in England and Wales 7232938. Registered address: 10 Norwich Street, London, EC4A 1BD. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, Firm Reference Number: 720279.
Spire Alexandra Hospital can provide you with a single, fixed price for your procedure so there are no surprises. Please read Spire Healthcare's terms and conditions for full details of what’s included and excluded in your fixed price when paying for yourself. Finance options are available through our partner Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd, 10 Norwich Street, London, EC4A 1BD.
Procedures offered for cataract surgery at Spire Alexandra Hospital
At Spire Alexandra Hospital, we offer a range of intraocular lenses. Your consultant will help you choose the best option for you. They include:
- Monofocal – corrects either short or long sight, with a choice of three focal points
- Toric – a monofocal lens that helps correct astigmatism (a problem with focusing)
- Multifocal – corrects both near and distance vision, like varifocal glasses
We have a choice of different makes including:
- Bosh + Lomb
- TECNIS 1
We also have special equipment which uses a variety of biometry and refractive techniques to measure the shape and size of your eye. This is so your consultant can calculate the power of your intraocular lens implants.
You may still need to wear glasses afterwards, depending on your eyesight and your choice of lens.
Find a consultant at Spire Alexandra Hospital
Preparing for cataract surgery at Spire Alexandra Hospital
Finding us
You'll find us approximately eight miles from Maidstone and five miles from Chatham. The nearest railway station is Chatham, a 10 minute taxi journey away. We have free parking available for you and your visitors.
Your consultations
Typically, you should be given an appointment with one of our consultants within a few days of your initial enquiry. Your appointment will be in one of our 13 consultation rooms, at which time your consultant may discuss your symptoms or previous diagnoses.
Additionally, sight tests and biometry testing – to calculate the power of new intraocular lens (IOL) may also be carried out if needed.
Cataract removal surgery
Watch how cataract removal surgery takes place
Cataract surgery: your procedure
Your appointment should take no more than an hour. There’s no need to pack an overnight bag, however, we suggest you bring a change of shirt as fluid may get onto your clothes when cleaning your eye.
If you’ve come with a friend or family member, they’re welcome to wait in our lounge or restaurant while you have your operation.
Before your cataract operation, you’ll meet your healthcare team and you’ll be given a local anaesthetic in your eye, and sometimes also a sedative to relax you.
You’ll then have the procedure, which will involve:
- Making a small incision (cut) into the front of your eye (the cornea)
- Removing your cloudy lens using phacoemulsification – to break up the lens into small fragments
- Inserting your new intraocular lens
Q & A
Roger McPherson, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
Talking about cataract surgery
Cataract surgery: your recovery
After your cataract surgery, you’ll be taken to a recovery room to relax until your surgeon says you’re ready to go home. This is usually a few hours after cataract surgery.
Although everybody’s different and you should always follow your consultant’s advice, here’s a typical recovery timeline for cataract surgery:
Treatment and recovery timeline
1 week
Any eye pain, redness or itching should go
7-14 days
Stop wearing eye shield at night
10-14 days
Clear eyesight restored
4-6 weeks
Fully back to normal
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1 week
Any eye pain, redness or itching should go
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7-14 days
Stop wearing eye shield at night
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10-14 days
Clear eyesight restored
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4-6 weeks
Fully back to normal
The treatment described on this page may be adapted to meet your individual needs, so it's important to follow your healthcare professional's advice and raise any questions that you may have with them.
Spire Alexandra Hospital,
Impton Lane
Walderslade
Chatham
ME5 9PG
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Sources
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cataracts/ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cataract-surgery/recovery/
http://www.rnib.org.uk/eye-health/your-guide-cataracts/when-should-i-have-cataracts-surgery
http://www.rnib.org.uk/campaigning-current-campaigns/eye-health
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng77/chapter/recommendations#referral-for-cataract-surgery
https://www.rcophth.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/2010-SCI-069-Cataract-Surgery-Guidelines-2010-SEPTEMBER-2010-1.pdf
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