Cataract surgery in Worksop

Surgery is currently the only treatment available for cataracts, and it can greatly improve your vision. In fact, many people actually see better than they did before they developed cataracts. During the procedure, which only takes around 15 minutes, the cloudy lens is removed and replaced with a clear artificial one known as an intraocular lens.

Our eye clinic in Wakefield has state-of-the-art facilities, and our friendly team focuses on patient experience to help them provide the best possible care.

Worksop Cataract surgery: what to expect at Newmedica

Our caring team will be there to support you throughout your cataract surgery and will hold your hand if you’re feeling anxious. 

Before surgery: 

Before your surgery, we’ll test your current vision and carry out a biometry test, which takes measurements of your eye so your consultant can ensure that your new replacement lens is the right one for you. Our clinical assistants will go through some relevant health checks and talk you through what will happen during the procedure. Your consultant will then assess your eyes to make sure there’s nothing that could affect your surgery, discuss what lens options are available, and answer any questions you may have. 

During surgery: 

Most cataract operations are carried out under a local anaesthetic, either by anaesthetic around the eye or by using eye drops (we won’t use needles to do this). Your consultant will make a very small incision in the eye to remove your cloudy lens and replace it with the artificial lens. You’ll be awake for the procedure and may see some movement around your eye, but you won’t be able to feel a thing. Our theatre team in Wakefield will be there to make sure you’re feeling completely comfortable the whole way through. They will talk you through everything they do and can also hold your hand if you’d like them to. 

After surgery: 

After your cataract surgery, we may recommend popping a small plastic shield over your eye to protect it from any accidental damage. You’ll need to use eye drops for about three weeks after your surgery, and these will be prescribed by your consultant. We’ll make sure you know how and when to use them before you leave our clinic. You can go home on the same day, but it’s important to note that you won’t be able to drive straight away. We’ll call you the next day to make sure you’re okay, happy with how to use your eye drops, and that your vision is returning.We’ll also arrange follow-up appointments so we can make sure your vision is clear and that your recovery is on track.

Why choose Newmedica for your cataract surgery in Worksop?

When you come to our eye clinic in Wakefield for cataract surgery, we’ll make sure to give you a warm welcome. Our team will be dedicated to understanding your needs so they can deliver the best possible experience, and we know that this results in measurably better outcomes. We recognise that many patients feel nervous about having cataract surgery, but our personalised patient care will help you feel at ease and comfortable when you visit our eye clinic. 

How much does cataract surgery cost in Worksop at Newmedica?

If you’re getting NHS-funded cataract surgery with us in Wakefield, then all of your treatment costs with Newmedica will be fully covered, with no additional cost to you. 

Perks of private cataract surgery

There are multiple reasons why several of our patients choose to have private cataract treatment. 

One reason is that you may find yourself waiting a little longer to have NHS-funded cataract surgery. This is because the NHS have certain thresholds, usually linked to impact on vision, to qualify for cataract treatment on the NHS. When choosing to go private for your cataract surgery, you can have the procedure when you feel that your vision is affecting your lifestyle, so you don’t necessarily have to meet the local NHS guidelines.

Another reason some patients get private treatment is that they want the option to choose a specialist lens type. During cataract surgery, your cloudy lens is removed and replaced with an artificial lens. The lens type you choose will determine how well you see without glasses after your surgery. The standard replacement used on the NHS is a monofocal lens, which can improve your vision for a specific distance (like far or close-up). If you decide to go private, you can still choose to have a monofocal lens, but specialist lens types will also be available to you. Doing this could reduce your dependency on glasses after your surgery (at an additional cost).

This includes: 

• An extended focus option: Provides a continuous focus over a range of distances.

• A multifocal option: For good distance, intermediate, and up-close vision.

If you’re someone who has astigmatism (where the cornea at the front of the eye is shaped more like a rugby ball than a football), you can get the right correction incorporated into any of these specialist lenses. This corrective lens is known as a toric, which might sound familiar if you have contact lenses.

Can I get cataract surgery through the NHS?

You’ll be entitled to get NHS-funded treatment with us at our Wakefield eye clinic if you usually (and lawfully) live in England, which means you’re known as ‘ordinarily resident.’ 

The NHS offers you a choice of where you’d like to receive your NHS-funded treatment to give you greater control over your care and help you make the best choices for your circumstances. We provide services for NHS Trusts and Foundation Trusts, NHS ICBs, and other providers of NHS-funded services across England.

We work in partnership with the NHS to deliver high-quality care and specialist treatment for a range of eye conditions.Whichever eye condition you require treatment for, we're here to take care of you in Wakefield.