Private cataract surgery for active lifestyles

If you're someone who loves to stay active, whether that’s walking, cycling, playing golf, or simply keeping up with the grandchildren, cataracts can quickly become frustrating.

Blurry vision, glare from lights, and poor night vision can all make activities you once enjoyed feel unsafe or impossible. But there is a solution.

Private cataract surgery doesn’t just restore your sight-it can help you return to your lifestyle with greater clarity, freedom, and confidence.

Let’s look at how cataract surgery with Professor Paul Ursell, a specialist in lens and cataract surgery, supports people with active lives.

How cataracts impact active living

Cataracts can gradually reduce your ability to:

• Judge distance and depth (important for driving, cycling, or tennis)
• See clearly in low light or bright sun
• Read small print or screens
• Respond quickly to movement.

Even walking on uneven ground or going down stairs can feel harder with vision that's dull or blurry.

Why clear vision matters for an active life

When you’re active, you rely on sharp, accurate vision to stay safe and enjoy what you’re doing.

Whether you're:

• On the golf course
• Exploring countryside trails
• Playing sports
• Gardening
• Travelling
• Watching fast-paced live events.

…clear vision makes every movement easier and more enjoyable.

How private cataract surgery supports your lifestyle

1. Personalised lens choices
   In private care, you have access to premium intraocular lenses (IOLs) that match your lifestyle:

• Multifocal lenses: for distance and near vision
• Extended depth-of-focus (EDOF) lenses: for smoother vision across ranges
• Toric lenses: to correct astigmatism.

These lens options can reduce or eliminate the need for glasses—making it easier to stay active without worrying about eyewear.

2. Faster treatment
   No long waiting lists. You can book your surgery around your schedule and get back to doing what you love sooner.
3. Expert diagnostics
   Professor Ursell uses advanced technology to assess your eyes in detail. This ensures accurate lens selection and optimal outcomes—especially important if you rely on precise vision.
4. Individual care from a world class surgeon

Professor Ursell will be your sole surgeon and personally sees you for all clinic visits and surgery. You could not be in better hands. He has spent over 30 years perfecting cataract surgery and has dealt with all aspects of vision correction.

Real-life benefits after surgery

Most people who choose private cataract surgery report:

• Brighter, clearer vision
• Less dependence on glasses
• Increased confidence outdoors
• Improved reaction times in sport and driving
• Greater enjoyment in hobbies and travel.

How long is recovery?

Many patients notice improved vision within 24–48 hours. While full healing takes a few weeks, you can return to light activity almost immediately—so long as you avoid heavy lifting or dusty environments in the early days.

Most people are back to walking, golfing, and socialising within a day or two.

Cataract surgery for people still working or travelling

Cataracts don’t just affect the retired. Many people in their 50s and 60s are still working, travelling, or caring for family.

Private cataract surgery allows you to:

• Choose convenient appointment times
• Return to work faster
• Fit surgery around travel plans
• Get personalised support from Professor Ursell for fast recovery and greater reassurance.

Why choose Professor Paul Ursell?

With years of experience and a focus on high-quality outcomes, Professor Ursell helps people get back to their active lives with:

• Thorough eye assessments
• Custom lens plans
• Surgical precision
• A supportive and professional care team

If your cataracts are getting in the way of the life you love, private cataract surgery can offer a life-changing solution.

You don’t have to settle for declining vision. You can take control, restore your sight, and return to doing the things that make life enjoyable.

Take our suitability self-test to see if private cataract surgery is right for your active lifestyle.