Serving Harrogate & West Yorkshire
Private Cataract Surgery
in Harrogate
NHS vs Private Cataract Surgery for Harrogate Patients
NHS waiting times across West Yorkshire currently run to 12–18 months. See full price breakdown for Harrogate →
| NHS | Private (Mr Mohyudin) | |
|---|---|---|
| Wait to treatment | 12–18 months | Within 4–6 weeks |
| GP referral | Yes | No |
| Lens options | Monofocal only | Monofocal, toric, EDOF, multifocal |
| Cost | Free | From £3,000 per eye |
Why Harrogate Patients Choose Mr Mohyudin
- ✓5,000+ cataract operations — named consultant throughout
- ✓Substantive NHS Consultant at Calderdale & Huddersfield
- ✓Choice of premium lenses (toric, multifocal and EDOF) not available on the NHS
- ✓Serving Knaresborough, Wetherby, Ripon, Boroughbridge and wider West Yorkshire
Book cataract surgery — Harrogate
Consultations: Spire Elland Hospital · 01422 324000
Surgery: Spire Elland Hospital · about 40 minutes via the A658 and A61
Send an enquiry Full Cataract Surgery details →Cataract Surgery in Harrogate — FAQs
Does Mr Mohyudin offer cataract surgery for Harrogate patients?
Yes. Mr Mohamed Mohyudin, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon (GMC 7039600), sees Harrogate patients at Spire Elland Hospital and performs surgery at Spire Elland Hospital — about 40 minutes via the A658 and A61 from Harrogate. Call 01422 324000 to arrange a consultation. No GP referral is required for private care.
How much does private cataract surgery cost near Harrogate?
Private cataract surgery with Mr Mohyudin starts from £3,000 per eye (self-pay), as an all-inclusive package covering the consultation, procedure, surgeon and anaesthetist fees, hospital costs and routine follow-up. He is also recognised by Bupa (Fee-Assured), AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality, WPA and Cigna.
How long is the wait for cataract surgery compared with the NHS in Harrogate?
NHS waiting times across West Yorkshire currently run to 12–18 months. Privately with Mr Mohyudin, Harrogate patients are typically seen within 1–2 weeks and treated within 4–6 weeks of the first consultation.
Where would my cataract surgery take place if I live in Harrogate?
Consultations for Harrogate patients are at Spire Elland Hospital. Cataract Surgery is carried out at Spire Elland Hospital (Elland Lane, Elland, HX5 9EB), about 40 minutes via the A658 and A61 from Harrogate, with free on-site parking. Mr Mohyudin performs your procedure and all follow-up personally.
Do I need a GP referral to see Mr Mohyudin from Harrogate?
No. You can book a private consultation directly on 01422 324000 without a GP referral. If you are using private medical insurance, your insurer may ask for a GP letter for pre-authorisation. Mr Mohyudin also accepts GP and optometrist referrals from across Harrogate and the surrounding area.
How do I get to the clinic from Harrogate?
Spire Elland Hospital is at Elland Lane, Elland, HX5 9EB — about 40 minutes via the A658 and A61 from Harrogate, with free on-site parking. For Harrogate patients, Spire Elland is a consultant-led private alternative without a long local waiting list. Call 01422 324000 for directions and to book.