Booking a free online eye-surgery consultation takes about a minute. Tell us your symptoms and preferred clinic and a consultant-led team in South England will respond — there’s no obligation and the initial online consultation is free.
Request your free online consultation
Complete the form and our team will contact you to arrange a convenient time. You can choose a video consultation or a phone call. If you have a referral letter or recent prescription, you can mention it in your message.
How it works
From your first message to a personalised quote, the pathway is short and clear — with careful signposting if you need an in-person examination or urgent care.
1. Submit your details
Complete the form above with a short description of your symptoms and your preferred clinic in South England.
2. We match you to a consultant
Our team reviews your enquiry and matches you to the most appropriate consultant ophthalmic surgeon for your concern.
3. Online or clinic assessment
We arrange your free online consultation by phone or video, and explain whether an in-clinic examination is needed next.
4. Personalised quote & dates
If treatment is appropriate, you receive a clear plan, an all-inclusive quote and available appointment dates.
Consultant-led, UK-wide advice. Eye Surgery Clinic is a consultant-led service working with experienced ophthalmic surgeons at partner clinics across South England. Wherever you are in the UK, your online consultation is overseen by a consultant, your questions are answered in plain English, and you are told honestly when surgery is not the right option. Meet our surgeons or read what to expect at your consultation.
Safety note: an online consultation does not replace an eye examination. If you have sudden vision loss, severe eye pain, new flashes or floaters, or a curtain/shadow in vision, seek urgent assessment via NHS 111, your local A&E or an emergency eye clinic.
What you’ll get from a free online consultation
Our online consultations are designed for people in the UK who want expert guidance before arranging a private in-clinic assessment. We focus on practical, safe next steps.
- A clear plan — we explain what investigations are typically needed (for example, measurements for lens selection in cataract surgery, or eyelid examination for oculoplastics) and how long the pathway usually takes.
- Suitability guidance — we discuss your symptoms, general health and goals to help you understand if private treatment is likely to be appropriate, and when it may not be.
- Answers in plain English — ask about recovery, risks, driving, work, anaesthetic options and aftercare. If something sounds urgent, we’ll advise you on safe, immediate options.
What we can advise on online
If you’re considering private eye surgery in the UK, we can help you understand the usual pathway and whether a clinic assessment is likely to be worthwhile.
Cataract surgery
Discuss symptoms such as blurred vision, glare at night, difficulty reading, or colours looking faded. We’ll explain typical pre-op tests (including eye measurements) and lens options to discuss in clinic, what to expect on the day and during recovery, and how private timelines compare to waiting. About cataract surgery.
Oculoplastics (eyelid procedures)
Talk to us about droopy eyelids (ptosis), heavy upper lids, watery eyes, eyelid lumps, or turning in/out of the eyelid. We’ll cover functional versus cosmetic considerations, scarring, healing times and aftercare, and when an examination is essential before advice. About oculoplastics.
Not sure what you need? That’s common. Use the form to describe your symptoms and our team can help route you to the right specialist.
Book free online consultationFree online consultation FAQs
Is the online consultation really free?
Yes. Your initial online consultation by phone or video is completely free and carries no obligation to proceed. A later in-clinic surgical assessment may carry a fee, which we always confirm in advance.
What happens after I submit?
Our team reviews your enquiry, matches you to an appropriate consultant and contacts you to arrange a convenient phone or video appointment. After your call you’ll have a clear plan and, if treatment is appropriate, an all-inclusive quote and available dates.
Do I need a GP referral?
No GP referral is required to book a free online consultation. If you have a referral letter, recent prescription or test results, it’s helpful to mention them in your message, but they are not essential to get started.
Which clinics do you cover?
We are a consultant-led service working with partner clinics across South England, and we offer online consultations and guidance to patients UK-wide. Let us know your postcode and we’ll suggest the most convenient clinic options. See our locations.
How soon will I be seen?
We aim to respond to enquiries quickly and arrange your online consultation at a time that suits you, including around work and caring commitments where possible. Availability for in-clinic assessment varies by consultant and procedure, and we’ll give you the earliest options.
Is my information confidential?
Yes. We handle your information in line with UK privacy requirements and use it only to respond to your enquiry and arrange your care. Your consultation is confidential.