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Cataract removal surgery at Spire London East Hospital
Inclusive treatment and care from £2,165
At Spire London East 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 London East
At Spire London East we have many dedicated ophthalmologists who specialise in cataract surgery to improve your vision in a relatively straightforward procedure.
There’s no need to wait to have cataract surgery. We offer access to tests, scans and treatment without the wait, and easy booking with appointment times to suit you.
How much does Cataract removal surgery cost at Spire London East Hospital
A cataract removal procedure is available from £2,165.
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.
You can trust Spire London East Hospital to provide you with a single, fixed price1 so there are no surprises. Finance options are available through our chosen partner2.
1Important: 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. 2 Spire Healthcare Limited is acting as a credit broker to Zebra Health Finance Limited. Company No. 09406708. Registered at 1 Worsley Court, High Street, Worsley, Manchester, M28 3NJ. www.zebrahealthfinance.com Zebra Health Finance Limited is a appointed representative of Chrysalis Finance Limited and Shawbrook Bank Limited is the lender. Spire Healthcare Ltd does not receive payment for arranging credit. All parties named here are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Credit acceptance is subject to application and status. Terms and conditions apply.
Procedures offered for cataract surgery at Spire London East
At Spire London East, 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 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 London East
Preparing for cataract surgery at Spire London East
Getting here
We're located just a couple of miles from the M11 and only 20 minutes on the Central line tube to the city of London via Redbridge station. We have free on-site parking available for you and your visitors.
Your consultations
An appointment will be arranged with one of our highly trained consultants within a few days of your enquiry. You’ll meet them in one of our consultation rooms to discuss any symptoms or a previous diagnosis. They may carry out tests such as:
- Sight tests
- Biometry testing – to calculate the power of the new intraocular lens (IOL) required
Your consultant will explain how cataract surgery works and the options available to you, what you can expect afterwards and any risks. We encourage you to ask any questions you may have at this stage.
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 while you have your operation.
Before your cataract operation you’ll meet with your healthcare team and will be given a local anaesthetic in your eye. If you're particularly nervous, you may be offered 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
Stop wearing eye shield at night
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.