About Us

Cataract Doctor is a consultant-led private eye surgery practice specialising in cataract and lens replacement surgery.

Led by Professor Paul Ursell, our experienced team provides clear advice, personalised care and support at every stage — from your first enquiry and consultation through to surgery and aftercare.

155+ ★★★★★ Reviews

12,000 Surgeries

London & Surrey Locations

Meet the Cataract Doctor team

From your first enquiry to your final follow-up, our team is here to make your care feel clear, coordinated and personal.

Prof Paul Ursell
Prof Paul Ursell

Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon

Professor Paul Ursell is a consultant ophthalmic surgeon specialising in cataract and lens replacement surgery. He founded Cataract Doctor to provide clear advice, personalised treatment and a more personal approach to private eye care.

Andy Hall
Andy Hall
Practice Manager

Andy manages the day-to-day running of Cataract Doctor, coordinating appointments, hospital arrangements and communication so that each patient’s care feels organised, responsive and straightforward.

Karen Rose
Karen Rose
Patient Liaison

Karen is often the first of our team that patients speak to. With more than 20 years’ experience supporting Professor Ursell’s patients, she helps with appointments, practical questions and the details around surgery and aftercare.

Cataract Doctor Locations

We work with two trusted hospitals, Parkside Hospital in London and Ashtead Hospital in Surrey. Both offer state-of-the-art facilities to carry out eye surgery and are easy to access via public transport or car, including free on-site parking. If you have private medical insurance, you can use it at either of our locations.

  • Parkside Hospital
    53 Parkside,
    Wimbledon,
    London,
    SW19 5NX

  • Parkside Hospital is a private healthcare facility in Wimbledon, conveniently located on the South London and Surrey border, offering exceptional care in a serene and welcoming setting—with the added convenience of free parking.

  • Ashtead Hospital
    The Warren,
    Ashtead,
    Surrey,
    KT21 2SB

  • Ashtead Hospital is a top private hospital in Surrey, renowned for providing high-quality healthcare to self-pay, insured, and NHS patients. Conveniently located near Leatherhead (just off Junction 9 of the M25), the hospital is set in scenic, wooded surroundings, fostering a restful atmosphere for recovery. Free parking is also available.

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Patient Testimonials

Professor Paul Ursell has carried out over 12,000 eye surgeries. Read feedback from some of our patients:

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“Excellent result. Complete confidence in Paul Ursell. Quiet, quick, and efficient. Peaceful and comfortable hospital.”

P.T

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The cataract surgery on both of my eyes went very smoothly without any problems. There was no pain afterwards and I didn’t have to wear any eyepatch. I would highly recommend Professor Ursell for cataract surgery.”

M.S

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“Highly professional, extremely efficient, and an excellent communicator, Paul exudes experience, knowledge, and ability. The whole process — initial consultation, operation, and post-op check-up — was wonderfully stress-free. I now have 20/20 vision, am glasses-free, and I am delighted by the results.”

S.B

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“The cataract surgery has completely changed my life. Mr. Ursell put me at ease and explained all options. The procedure was quick and painless and completely successful, and I now have 20/20 vision in my good eye. One of the reasons I had the surgery was because of Mr. Ursell’s standing and experience. Cannot praise highly enough.”

D.S

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I was very short-sighted and my cataracts badly affected both reading and distance acuity. After the operation I now have very good distance vision (glasses-free) but still need glasses for reading. (This was the expected outcome as I did not want multi-focus implants). The operation was quick and painless, and I had no post-operative discomfort at all (which surprised me). The results are remarkable.

I can certainly recommend Professor Ursell. He is a personable consultant and a skilled surgeon.

S.D

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“Dr. Paul Ursell squashed many of my concerns for not having cataract surgery. He offered comfort with examples of his long/distinguished career and new technology that he applies to the surgery.

Both before and after the surgery, Dr. Ursell and staff gave me the information and attention I needed. It was a great success, and I highly recommend Dr. Ursell.”

PTO

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