Cataract Surgery in Surrey at Ashtead Hospital

Cataract surgery with Professor Paul Ursell at Ashtead Hospital. No waiting list, free on-site parking and easy access from the A24 and M25.

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Expert Cataract Surgery in Surrey with Professor Paul Ursell

Ashtead Hospital sits on the A24 between Leatherhead and Epsom, just two miles from Junction 9 of the M25, making it one of the most accessible private hospitals in Surrey by car.

If you’re facing a long NHS wait for cataract surgery in Ashtead, Epsom, Leatherhead or the surrounding Surrey area, Professor Paul Ursell offers a private alternative with no waiting list, often seeing patients for consultation and surgery within days.

Professor Ursell has performed over 12,000 cataract and lens procedures and pioneered the ‘no needle, no patch’ technique now used across the NHS.

Patients attending Ashtead Hospital benefit from his full-time focus on cataract and lens surgery, a calm, private hospital setting in a wooded Surrey location, and free on-site parking.

Why choose us for your Cataract Treatment in Surrey?

  • A dedicated specialist, from consultation to aftercare at Ashtead Hospital

  • Personalised lens options tailored to your lifestyle

  • No waiting lists, straight to Ashtead, no NHS referral queue
  • Advanced no-needle, no-patch technique, developed by Professor Ursell, offers most rapid healing

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Renowned Surrey Cataract Surgeon

Cataract Doctor, Professor Paul Ursell, provides specialist cataract surgery for patients across Ashtead, Epsom, Leatherhead and the surrounding Surrey area, with fast access to care at Ashtead Hospital, no NHS referral required.

Appointments are usually available within days, so you can address changes in your vision without the wait many patients face through NHS pathways.

Book a consultation at Ashtead Hospital to discuss your vision and whether cataract surgery may be right for you.

“It has changed my life”

Watch Helen’s journey to clearer vision following cataract surgery with Professor Ursell

How Cataract Surgery Works at Ashtead Hospital

Cataract surgery at Ashtead is carried out as a day case using phacoemulsification.

A small, self-sealing incision at the edge of the cornea, through which the cloudy natural lens is gently broken up and removed, and a folded artificial lens (IOL) is inserted and unfolded into place.

On the day:

  • Eye drops dilate and numb the eye; no injections, no general anaesthetic for the vast majority of patients
  • You’re awake and comfortable throughout; the procedure itself typically takes under 15–20 minutes per eye
  • No stitches, no eye patch, thanks to Professor Ursell’s no-needle, no-patch technique
  • You go home the same day, usually within an hour or two of the procedure

What to expect afterwards:

Most patients notice a visible improvement in vision within 24–48 hours.

You’ll need someone to drive you home on the day, but many patients resume normal activities the very next day.

A follow-up appointment is scheduled for one to two weeks after surgery, with full aftercare included for four weeks.

Getting to Ashtead Hospital from The Warren & Surrounding Areas

Address: Ashtead Hospital, The Warren, Ashtead, Surrey, KT21 2SB

Parkside Hospital sits directly on the A219 (Parkside), on the eastern edge of Wimbledon Common. Free on-site patient parking is available for the duration of your appointment, with no permits or charges to plan around.

Approximate drive times:

  • 10 minutes from Wimbledon town centre
  • 15 minutes from Putney or Southfields
  • 15–20 minutes from Kingston upon Thames
  • 20 minutes from Tooting or Battersea
  • 25 minutes from Richmond

Trains run into Ashtead station and Epsom station from Waterloo and London Bridge. Both stations are around a 10-minute taxi ride from the hospital, there’s no direct walking route, so a taxi or pre-arranged lift is the practical option from either station.

Ashtead Hospital is served by Surrey County Council bus routes, with two dedicated stops directly outside the hospital on the A24 Leatherhead Road: “The Ashtead Hospital” and “The Warren.”

  • Route 408 (Falcon Buses): runs between Epsom and Cobham via Epsom Hospital, Ashtead and Leatherhead, roughly hourly Monday to Friday, giving a direct link from Epsom station straight to the hospital.
  • Route 479 (Falcon Buses): runs daily, including weekends, between Epsom and Guildford via Ashtead and Leatherhead, around an 8-minute journey from Ashtead station to the hospital.
  • Route 21 (Metrobus): runs from Crawley to Epsom via Dorking, Leatherhead and Ashtead.

Travelling from London? TfL buses don’t stop directly at the hospital, but connections are straightforward: take TfL route 293 (to Morden) or 166 (to Croydon) into Epsom, or route 465 (from Kingston) into Leatherhead, then change onto the 408 or 479 for the final stretch to Ashtead Hospital.

Nearby areas we welcome patients from:

Ashtead, Epsom, Leatherhead, Dorking, Sutton, Reigate, Kingston upon Thames, Walton-on-Thames, Weybridge, Guildford, Croydon, and along the M25 corridor into Central London.

Hear from previous patients:

“I’m indebted to Paul Ursell for managing to operate and remove one of my cataracts at the start of lockdown, enabling me to drive to work during it. He and his lovely secretary, Karen Rose, make a great team and I felt in safe hands. With toric IOLs, my distance vision is far better than it’s ever been. Amazing!”

Victoria S, 8 August 2020

“I developed early onset cataracts so had multifocal lenses implanted in both eyes. Professor Ursell took time from the outset to explain how everything would work which was greatly reassuring. Both operations went smoothly and were less traumatic than I feared! The results are excellent… In summary, highly recommended!”

James Burstow, April 2026
“Feeling incredibly grateful after recently having cataract removal surgery on both eyes with Professor Paul Ursell. A heartfelt thank you to Professor Paul Ursell for his outstanding care, skill, and professionalism, and to the hospital staff. Truly appreciative of the excellent treatment I received.”
Denise Scott, April 2026

How Much Does Cataract Surgery in Surrey Cost?

All of our pricing is per eye. Our fees for surgery are below.

Our pricing is transparent but please note that these are guide prices, there are some pre-existing eye conditions that can affect the final cost of treatment.

Your cost will be discussed and confirmed during your consultation with Professor Ursell.

Standard

Cataract Surgery or Lens Replacement
From
£2914per eye
Or £121 per month over 24 months with 0% interest.
Includes a high-quality monofocal lens implant, surgeon’s fee, hospital and theatre fees, plus 4 weeks of aftercare with follow-up appointments.

Advanced Multifocal

Cataract Surgery or Lens Replacement
From
£4454 per eye
Or £186 per month over 24 months with 0% interest.
Includes an advanced multifocal lens for both distance and reading vision, surgeon’s fee, hospital and theatre fees, plus 4 weeks of aftercare with follow-up appointments.

Advanced Toric

Cataract Surgery or Lens Replacement
From
£3851 per eye
Or £160 per month over 24 months with 0% interest.
Includes an advanced toric lens correcting both distance vision and astigmatism, surgeon’s fee, hospital and theatre fees, plus 4 weeks of aftercare with follow-up appointments.

Can I spread the cost of treatment?

We offer interest-free credit for all treatments. The cost of surgery is spread over 24 months with no deposit to pay and no early repayment fees. Get in touch to find out more.

Take the first step towards clearer vision

Book a quick assessment with Professor Paul Ursell to discuss your hopes and suitability for cataract surgery at Ashtead Hospital.