Why choose Optegra for Cataract Treatment?

At Optegra, we believe timely, specialist eye care should be accessible to everyone. With over 16 years of experience and more than one million eyes treated, we offer expert cataract care through the NHS at no cost to patients.

Our hospitals focus solely on eye health, with care led by consultant ophthalmic surgeons and supported by advanced diagnostic technology. Every patient receives high-quality, personalised care from consultation through to recovery.

Choosing Optegra means access to:

Rapid NHS treatment with your first consultation typically within 2-3 weeks of referral
A dedicated Optegra Eye Hospital, furnished to a five-star standard, where your NHS procedure will take place
Comprehensive eye health checks, including OCT scanning
Personalised care from an experienced consultant
Premium lens options
Support for patients with co-existing eye conditions
The highest standard of aftercare, with help on hand 24 hours a day should the need arise.

If you’re exploring cataract treatment options, Optegra offers the specialist care you can feel confident in.

Get started on your Journey to Clearer Vision

There are two ways to be referred for free NHS cataract treatment – the process depends on your location. Please follow the steps below that apply to your local area.

At our state-of-the-art Optegra clinics in:

Birmingham, Sheffield, Newcastle, Manchester, Preston

Visit your local optician
or GP to obtain a referral.
Once our dedicated NHS team receive
and process your referral
you’ll be contacted by Optegra to
complete a telephone assessment.
During your telephone assessment
Optegra will ask you a series of
medical questions and book your initial
appointment.

At our state-of-the-art Optegra clinics in:

Nottingham, Leicester, Uttoxeter, Bradford, York, Preston, Brighton, Maidstone, Surrey, Colchester, Hampshire, North London, and West London

Visit your local optician
or GP to obtain a referral.
Once you have been referred
by your optician or GP, you’ll be
contacted by the NHS Triage Service,
who will inform you about available
cataract providers in your local area.
This will ensure you can make an
informed choice.
When contacted
you’ll have the opportunity to request
Optegra for your free cataract treatment.
Following this contact
the NHS Triage Service will refer you to
one of our state-of-the-art eye clinics
and Optegra will contact you to book
in your free consultation.

Alternatively call: 0207 509 4186

Ask to be referred to Optegra today and we will be in touch with you to arrange your first appointment.

Find your nearest local Optegra Clinic

For better vision, there’s no better choice than Optegra.

There are two ways to be referred for free NHS cataract treatment – the process depends on your location. Please follow the steps below that apply to your local area.

Cataract Treatments
In Just 2-4 Weeks

Clearer vision, quicker.
At Optegra you’ll be
seen and treated by one
of our highly skilled and
experienced surgeons in
as little as 2-4 weeks
after your referral.

Premium Lenses

To give you the best vision
possible, you will receive
the most advanced
Johnson & Johnson
monofocal lenses.

Finest Patient Care

We’re committed to taking
care of you during every
step of your treatment.
In fact, our nationwide
clinics and expert teams
now have the highest-rated
patient care on Trustpilot.