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Harrogate & West Yorkshire · Price guide · 2026
Private cataract surgery cost in Harrogate
Quick answer
Private cataract surgery with Mr Mohamed Mohyudin (GMC 7039600), Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, starts from £3,000 per eye as an all-inclusive self-pay package. Harrogate patients are typically seen within 1–2 weeks and treated within 4–6 weeks — against NHS waits of 12–18 months via Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust. The same named consultant performs your assessment, surgery and follow-up at Spire Elland Hospital. No GP referral is required for self-pay patients.
From
£3,000 per eye
all-inclusive
Private wait
4–6 weeks
after consult
NHS wait
12–18 months
Harrogate and District
Consultation
£250–£350
no GP referral
How much is private cataract surgery in Harrogate?
Prices are for Mr Mohamed Mohyudin (GMC 7039600) at Spire Elland Hospital — a named consultant surgeon, not a referral agency. Consultations at Spire Elland Hospital; surgery about 40 minutes via the A658 and A61 from Harrogate.
| Lens / package | Price |
|---|---|
| Monofocal IOL | From £3,000 per eye |
| Toric IOL (astigmatism) | From £3,400 per eye |
| EDOF IOL | From £3,800 per eye |
| Multifocal / trifocal IOL | From £4,200 per eye |
Mr Mohyudin implants premium IOLs from Alcon (Clareon, PanOptix, Vivity), Johnson & Johnson Vision (Tecnis Symfony, Synergy), Rayner (Monofocal, Toric) and Zeiss — chosen individually at biometric assessment, not a one-size-fits-all clinic package.
NHS vs private Cataract Surgery in Harrogate
| NHS | Private — Mr Mohyudin | |
|---|---|---|
| Wait | 12–18 months | 1–2 wk consult · surgery 4–6 weeks |
| Surgeon | Assigned | Mr Mohyudin throughout |
| Cost | Free | From £3,000 per eye |
NHS cataract waiting list in Harrogate — full guide → · NHS waits across Yorkshire → · Payment & finance →
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FAQs — Cataract Surgery cost in Harrogate
How much does private cataract surgery cost in Harrogate in 2026?
Private cataract surgery with Mr Mohamed Mohyudin starts from £3,000 per eye (self-pay, all-inclusive). The package covers your consultant assessment, the procedure, surgeon and anaesthetist fees, hospital costs, and routine follow-up. Premium intraocular lens upgrades (toric, EDOF, multifocal) are priced individually after biometric assessment — typically from £3,400 to £4,200 per eye. Mr Mohyudin is Bupa Fee-Assured and recognised by AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality, WPA and Cigna.
How long is the NHS wait for cataract surgery in Harrogate?
NHS waiting times for cataract surgery across Harrogate currently run to 12–18 months, via Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust. Privately with Mr Mohyudin, Harrogate patients are typically assessed within 1–2 weeks and treated within 4–6 weeks of the first consultation — with a named consultant surgeon throughout.
What is included in the private cataract surgery price?
A transparent quote from Mr Mohyudin includes: initial consultant assessment, pre-operative measurements, the procedure at Spire Elland Hospital, surgeon and anaesthetist fees, hospital facility charges, and routine post-operative follow-up. Always confirm whether the quote is per eye or for both eyes, and whether your preferred lens type is included.
Do I need a GP referral for private cataract surgery in Harrogate?
No GP referral is required for self-pay patients. Book directly via Spire Elland Hospital (01422 324000). If you are using private medical insurance, your insurer may request a GP or optometrist referral letter for pre-authorisation.
Who performs my cataract surgery — will I see the same surgeon throughout?
Yes. Mr Mohamed Mohyudin (GMC 7039600) is a substantive NHS Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon and double fellowship-trained specialist. He personally assesses you, performs your procedure at Spire Elland Hospital, and conducts all follow-up appointments — not a rotating team or anonymous clinic model.
How quickly can Harrogate patients be seen privately?
Private consultations are typically available within 1–2 weeks. Where cataract surgery is recommended, surgery is usually arranged within 4–6 weeks of your first appointment — far faster than the NHS pathway (12–18 months).
What lens options are available for private cataract surgery near Harrogate?
Mr Mohyudin offers monofocal, toric (astigmatism-correcting), EDOF (extended depth of focus) and multifocal intraocular lenses — a wider range than routine NHS cataract surgery. Lens suitability depends on your eye measurements, lifestyle and visual goals, discussed at a detailed biometry appointment.
How do I get to Spire Elland Hospital 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.