Serving Wakefield & West Yorkshire
Private Cataract Surgery
in Wakefield
Should Wakefield patients wait on the NHS or go private for Cataract Surgery?
Check current NHS hospital estimates on My Planned Care; waiting times depend on the provider, treatment and clinical priority. For private cataract surgery, ask the clinic to confirm consultation and treatment dates separately. Published self-pay prices start from £3,000 per eye. Discuss how symptoms affect daily life and whether waiting, monitoring or treatment is appropriate. Use the NHS-or-private tool →
| NHS | Private (Mr Mohyudin) | |
|---|---|---|
| Wait to treatment | Check current hospital estimate | Confirm with clinic |
| GP referral | Yes | No |
| Lens options | Usually monofocal; confirm local options | Monofocal, toric, EDOF, multifocal |
| Cost | Free | From £3,000 per eye |
Why do Wakefield patients book a named consultant?
Patients from Wakefield can request assessment with Mr Mohyudin and discuss the proposed surgeon, treatment site and aftercare arrangements before committing. Spire Elland is about 25 minutes via the M1 and M62 from Wakefield; allow additional time for traffic and check the address on each appointment letter.
- ✓5,000+ cataract operations — experience listed on his Spire consultant profile
- ✓Substantive NHS Consultant at Calderdale & Huddersfield
- ✓Choice of premium lenses (toric, multifocal and EDOF) not available on the NHS
- ✓Serving Ossett, Horbury, Pontefract, Castleford and wider West Yorkshire
Book cataract surgery — Wakefield
Consultations: Spire Elland Hospital · 01422 324000
Surgery: Spire Elland Hospital · about 25 minutes via the M1 and M62
Send an enquiry Full Cataract Surgery details →How do Wakefield patients get to clinic and surgery?
Getting there from Wakefield
Spire Elland Hospital (Elland Lane, Elland, HX5 9EB) is about 25 minutes via the M1 and M62 from Wakefield, with free on-site parking. Journey times are approximate and depend on your starting point and traffic. The M1/M62 interchange makes the drive from Wakefield straightforward.
Your local pathway
Wakefield patients travel to Spire Elland Hospital using the M1 and then the M62 westbound — the motorway interchange makes the drive straightforward at around 25 minutes, and parking at the hospital is free. Ask the provider to confirm the venue, named clinician and transport needs for consultation, treatment and follow-up before making travel arrangements. NHS eye services for Wakefield are provided by Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust.
Also serving Ossett, Horbury, Pontefract, Castleford, Normanton and the wider Wakefield area.
Cataract Surgery in Wakefield — FAQs
Does Mr Mohyudin offer cataract surgery for Wakefield patients?
Yes. Mr Mohamed Mohyudin, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon (GMC 7039600), sees Wakefield patients at Spire Elland Hospital and performs cataract surgery at Spire Elland Hospital, about 25 minutes via the M1 and M62 from Wakefield. Call 01422 324000 to arrange a consultation. No GP referral is required for self-pay private care.
How much does private cataract surgery cost near Wakefield?
Private cataract surgery with Mr Mohyudin starts from £3,000 per eye (self-pay) as an indicative starting price. Request a written quote confirming consultation, tests, surgeon and hospital fees, anaesthesia if needed, implants and aftercare. Confirm insurance authorisation and any excess before booking.
How long is the wait for cataract surgery compared with the NHS in Wakefield?
NHS waiting times for cataract surgery depend on the hospital, clinical priority and stage of care. Check My Planned Care and your referring team. For private care from Wakefield, contact Spire Elland Hospital on 01422 324000 for current consultation and treatment availability; an appointment date is confirmed by the clinic.
Where would my cataract surgery take place if I live in Wakefield?
Consultations for Wakefield patients are at Spire Elland Hospital. Cataract Surgery is carried out at Spire Elland Hospital (Elland Lane, Elland, HX5 9EB), about 25 minutes via the M1 and M62 from Wakefield, with free on-site parking. Confirm the surgeon, operation venue and follow-up arrangements with the provider before booking. This describes a private Spire pathway; other funding routes may have different arrangements.
Do I need a GP referral to see Mr Mohyudin from Wakefield?
No. You can book a private consultation directly on 01422 324000 without a GP referral. If you are using private medical insurance, your insurer may ask for a GP letter for pre-authorisation. Mr Mohyudin also accepts GP and optometrist referrals from across Wakefield and nearby towns such as Ossett, Horbury, Pontefract.
How do I get to the clinic from Wakefield?
Spire Elland Hospital is at Elland Lane, Elland, HX5 9EB, about 25 minutes via the M1 and M62 from Wakefield, with free on-site parking. The M1/M62 interchange makes the drive from Wakefield straightforward. Call 01422 324000 for directions and to book.
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Local access information updated . Check current NHS hospital estimates.
Plan your eye care from Wakefield
Confirm the clinic and return journey
For the consultation route described here, contact Spire Elland Hospital: Elland Lane, Elland, West Yorkshire HX5 9EB. Confirm the named clinician and where tests, treatment and follow-up will take place. Ask whether you need transport home after drops or surgery.
If you already have an NHS referral, keep the referring team informed of changes in symptoms or plans. Bring clinic letters and your current glasses. Use the appointment checklist to record questions about risks, fees and aftercare.
Clinic and travel information for Wakefield