Opthalmology in Sheffield

At Thornbury Hospital in Sheffield, we offer fast, direct and convenient appointments with a consultant ophthalmologist.

Our specialists will diagnose and treat any symptoms you might be experiencing such as:

• Changes in vision e.g. seeing spots, double vision
• Loss of vision
• Physical changes to the eye
• Changes in colours
• Changes in the field of vision e.g. shadows, blurriness

We offer a range of modern diagnostic, medical treatments and surgery for common and complicated eye disorders, including advanced cataract surgery.

Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine that focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of problems in and around the eye. A doctor who specialises in this area is known as a consultant ophthalmologist.

At Bishops Wood Hospital, our consultant ophthalmologists help people with a wide range of conditions and symptoms and offer everything from ongoing management to eye surgery.

At Thornbury Hospital we offer a range of modern diagnostic, medical treatments and surgery for common and complicated eye disorders - including advanced cataract surgery. Treatments include, but are not limited to:

• Cataract surgery
• Tear duct surgery
• Entropion and ectropion repair 
• Ptosis surgery

To book an appointment or find out more information about our ophthalmology services call us or make an online enquiry.

When you first meet your consultant ophthalmologist, they will talk with you about any symptoms you have and then carry out a detailed examination of your eyes to check your current vision and the health of your eyes. They may also take measurements of your eye.

In many cases, this will be all that is needed to make a diagnosis. Your consultant will then explain the results to you, discuss suitable treatment options and answer any questions you may have.

In other cases, further tests may be required. These may include:

• Visual field test
• Optical coherence tomography (OCT)
• CT or MRI scan

Some investigations can be carried out in the hospital, while others may require referral outside the hospital. Rest assured, your consultant will arrange any tests required to obtain an accurate diagnosis and plan the best treatment.

When the results of any investigations are back, your consultant meet with you again to talk through them with you and to explore treatment options for your specific vision requirements.

The cost of ophthalmology treatment will depend on the exact treatment or procedure you are having as well as factors personal to you, and prices also vary between consultants. 

We will always give you a fixed price for treatment before you agree to proceed, which will include a full breakdown of costs. 

We accept payment by private medical insurance from all major providers, or if you are paying for your own treatment, you can take advantage of our flexible payment plans, which allow you to pay in monthly instalments, spreading the cost over a time that suits you.

To book your initial consultation with one of our ophthalmologists near you, use our online booking system, or give us a call and one of our dedicated advisors will help you find an appointment time that suits you.