Improve blurred vision caused by cloudy areas on the lens of the eye.
At Spire Parkway 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
Typical hospital stay
A few hours
Procedure duration
1 hour
Type of anaesthetic
Local
Available to self-pay?
Yes
Covered by health insurance?
Yes
Here at Spire Parkway Hospital, we’re proud to have a team of ophthalmologists (eye specialists) that 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.
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 | |||
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Initial consultation | £225 | ||
Treatment price | £3,137 | ||
Aftercare | Included | ||
From price | From £3,362 | ||
Monthly treatment price (Loan applicable to the treatment cost and excludes the initial consultation) |
£157 |
Representative example | |
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Loan amount | £2,637 |
Deposit | £500 |
Loan period | 18 months |
Representative APR | 9.9% |
Total amount repayable | £2,826 |
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.
Spire Parkway 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.
At Spire Parkway Hospital, we offer a range of intraocular lenses. Your consultant will help you choose the best option for you. They include:
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.
Getting here
Spire Parkway Hospital is situated a few miles south of Birmingham city centre in Solihull, the hospital is near to both Birmingham International and Solihull train stations. We have free on-site parking 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 dedicated Ophthalmology consultation rooms to discuss any symptoms or a previous diagnosis. They may carry out tests such as:
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.
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 your rooms 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:
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:
Any eye pain, redness or itching should go
Stop wearing eye shield at night
Clear eyesight restored
Fully back to normal
Any eye pain, redness or itching should go
Stop wearing eye shield at night
Clear eyesight restored
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 Parkway Hospital is situated a few miles south of Birmingham city centre in Solihull with easy access to the M42, M6, M40 and M5.
We're just a few miles from Birmingham International Airport.
1 Damson Parkway
Solihull
Birmingham
West Midlands
B91 2PP
COVID-19 testing or antibody tests are not available as a standalone service at Spire Parkway Hospital.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cataracts/ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cataract-surgery/recovery/
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http://www.rnib.org.uk/campaigning-current-campaigns/eye-health
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng77/chapter/recommendations#referral-for-cataract-surgery
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