Mr William S T Pollock

Mr William S T Pollock

Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon

FRCS, MRCP, MBChB

I have been a Consultant Ophthalmologist for 19 years, 17 years of which I was a full time consultant with an interest in vitreo-retinal and general ophthalmic surgery at Blackpool Victoria Hospital (BVH). At present, I run a weekly cataract clinic and cataract surgical theatre list at Blackpool Victoria Hospital. I no longer perform vitreo-retinal surgery, however I am happy to provide VR opinions.

I have extensive experience in cataract surgery, including premium lens implants (TECNIS Symfony® and Rayner Sulcoflex®). I perform laser treatments for post cataract capsule thickening: YAG capsulotomy, laser treatments for glaucoma: YAG and argon. Laser treatments for retinal disease, including for retinal tears, diabetes and vascular occlusions. I also perform temporary punctual plug insertion and permanent punctual occlusions for dry eyes as well as corrective lid surgeries for entropion or ectropion lid problems.

To date I have performed over 4,000 cataract procedures in both my NHS and private practices, as well as over 1,000 laser cases.

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Treatment information

Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr William S T Pollock at Spire include:

Ophthalmology

Other treatments

  • Dry eye punctal plug insertions
  • Entropion/Ectropion lid repair
  • Laser treatments for Retinal Disease and Glaucoma

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Additional information

Cataract surgery
Ophthalmology
Vitreo-retinal surgery

I have had research and articles published on both Cataract and Vitreo-retinal subjects.

Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, Blackpool Victoria Hospital

The son of a General Practitioner and and Optometrist and being married to a local GP, I have raised my family on the Fylde Coast, residing in "sunny St. Annes."

Rugby remains to be my passion, having represented my school and university's first XV team. I have sponsored Fylde Colts for three seasons with "Pollocks4eyes" emblazoned on the back of their rugby tops. These days skiing and cycling holidays help keep a few of the pounds off.