Consultant eye surgeon · Vitreoretinal & cataract

Mr Vaughan Tanner

Consultant ophthalmic and vitreoretinal surgeon specialising in cataract surgery, refractive lens exchange and the medical and surgical treatment of retinal disease, including macular degeneration. He sees Eye Surgery Clinic patients in Reading and South Reading.

15,000+Surgical procedures
FRCOphthRoyal College fellowship
Medical authorDiseases of the Ocular Fundus
Reading& South Reading
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Mr Vaughan Tanner is a consultant ophthalmic and vitreoretinal surgeon specialising in cataract surgery, refractive lens exchange and retinal disease, with more than 15,000 surgical procedures to his name. He consults and operates for Eye Surgery Clinic patients in Reading and South Reading.

About Mr Vaughan Tanner

Vaughan Tanner is a highly experienced consultant ophthalmic surgeon specialising in vitreoretinal surgery and complex cataract and lens-replacement surgery. Over his career he has performed more than 15,000 procedures and has received three NHS clinical excellence awards in recognition of his clinical service. He is a co-author of the widely used ophthalmology textbook Diseases of the Ocular Fundus.

He trained at St George’s, University of London, with subspecialty vitreoretinal training including the Oxford Eye Hospital and Moorfields Eye Hospital. He holds an NHS consultant appointment associated with Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading.

Specialist expertise & procedures

Mr Tanner focuses on the lens and the retina. Procedures and treatments he provides include:

Vitreoretinal surgery

Vitrectomy and retinal surgery for a wide range of retinal and vitreous conditions.

Cataract surgery

Phacoemulsification with monofocal and premium intraocular lens options, including complex cases.

Refractive lens exchange

Clear-lens replacement to reduce dependence on glasses, including premium lenses.

He also manages age-related macular degeneration — both wet AMD and dry AMD — and treats symptomatic vitreous floaters with dedicated floater treatment. Indicative self-pay costs are set out on our cataract surgery, refractive lens exchange and vitreoretinal surgery price pages.

Training, qualifications & memberships

Mr Tanner is on the GMC Specialist Register for Ophthalmology (GMC reference 3455225). His training and professional standing include:

Medical education & training

Professional memberships

Professional profiles

Considering cataract surgery, lens replacement or treatment for a retinal condition? Mr Tanner can talk you through your options.

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Where Mr Tanner consults

Mr Tanner sees private patients at the following Eye Surgery Clinic locations in Berkshire:

Patients in nearby Windsor can also be seen at our Berkshire clinics.

Frequently asked questions

What does Mr Vaughan Tanner specialise in?
Mr Tanner specialises in vitreoretinal (retinal) surgery and complex cataract and refractive lens-replacement surgery, and manages retinal disease including wet and dry age-related macular degeneration.
How experienced is Mr Tanner?
He has performed more than 15,000 surgical procedures, has received three NHS clinical excellence awards and is a co-author of the ophthalmology textbook Diseases of the Ocular Fundus.
Does Mr Tanner treat macular degeneration?
Yes. He manages both wet and dry age-related macular degeneration, including injection therapy for wet AMD, alongside his cataract and vitreoretinal surgical practice.
Where can I see Mr Tanner?
He consults and operates at Eye Surgery Clinic locations in Reading and South Reading. You can request an appointment online and we will confirm availability.
Is Mr Tanner registered with the GMC?
Yes. Mr Tanner is on the General Medical Council’s specialist register for ophthalmology and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.

Book a consultation with Mr Vaughan Tanner

Request an appointment and our team will confirm availability in Reading or South Reading. For urgent symptoms such as sudden vision loss, flashing lights or a curtain across your vision, seek emergency care immediately.

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Updated on 29 May 2026