4. Vaughan Tanner

Vaughan Tanner

Senior Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon

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Treatments provided by Vaughan Tanner

Initial consultation fee: £240

Follow-up consultation fee: £200

Mr Tanner provides a premium opthalmic service. A complete range of treatments that he provides includes:

  • Cataract surgery
  • Epiretinal membrane
  • Lucentis and Eylea
  • Macular hole surgery
  • Ozurdex steroid implants
  • Retinal detachment surgery
  • Implantable miniature telescope
  • Yag laser capsulotomy
  • Comfort multifocal lens
  • Tecnis symfony multifocal lens implant

Treatments, operations and tests

A cataract is a condition affecting the lens of the eye. The lens is situated inside the eye behind the pupil and iris. Its normal function is to focus the light to ensure we see a clear image. A cataract is present when the lens, which is normally clear, becomes cloudy. This restricts the amount of light that is able to enter the eye, causing blurred vision, dazzle and glare. A lens implant is inserted into the eye to replace the cataract. In the majority of cases no stitches are required. The operation is normally carried out under local anaesthetic. Most patients have surgery as a day case, although some opt to stay in hospital over night.
Fluorescein angiography is an eye test designed to measure blood flow in the retina and choroid. An angiography involves the injection of a flourescent dye into the eye, an uncomfortable but otherwise painless procedure, and a visual inspection of the retina. The test can be used to identify a wide range of conditions from circulator problems to tumours.
Avastin is an anti-growth factor drug used to reduce macular oedema and reduces blood vessel growth. It is performed by a single injection into the eye, in a surgical clean room under a local anaesthetic.
Artificial intraocular lenses, or IOLs, replace the eye's natural lens that is removed during cataract surgery. These days there are a number of different types of IOLs, all intended to serve a different medical need, such as IOLs for Astigmatism, Multifocal or Monovision and more. It is important for the patient to discuss his or her need in depth before choosing a lens.
Optical Coherence Tomography is an imaging technique that uses light to capture micrometer-resolution 3D images of a biological tissue. It is widely used to image the eye and the retina and to diagnose a number of conditions that affect the eye.