Answers to the questions patients ask most about booking, fees, cataract surgery and retina care.
Self-paying patients can book directly. Most insurers ask for a GP or optometrist referral and an authorisation number.
A first consultation is from £250 and a follow-up from £175. Any tests or treatment are discussed and priced with you before they go ahead.
Bupa (including Fee Assured), AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality, WPA and Allianz.
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It depends on your eyes and how you live. You will go through monofocal, toric and extended-range options together.
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Usually once your vision meets the driving standard. Dr Pratibha will confirm at your follow-up.
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The eye is numbed first. Most people feel only brief pressure.
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A quick, painless scan that shows the layers of the retina in detail.
A diet rich in leafy greens and oily fish, and not smoking, support eye health. Dr Pratibha will advise on supplements.
Often, yes. Drops blur vision for a few hours, so please do not drive afterwards.
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The Ü Clinic in Oxted, Spire Gatwick Park in Horley and The McIndoe Centre in East Grinstead.
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Call 01737 911 325 or email info@drpratibha.com and the team will help.
First consultation from £250 · follow-up from £175.