Anterior segment

The front part of your eye including your iris (coloured part of your eye), cornea and lens are called the anterior segment.

Cataract surgery in Wolverhampton

At Nuffield Health Wolverhampton Hospital our leading ophthalmologists specialise in performing cataract surgery and can help you skip the waiting list with rapid access to private surgery.

Drooping eyelids (Ptosis correction)

Drooping eyelids (ptosis) is when the muscle that lifts the eyelid can be weak or lose strength over time.

Eyelid cyst removal

Fluid filled lumps that form in your upper or lower eyelids are quite common. These cysts normally disappear on their own. Occasionally the cyst becomes infected causing pain, redness and swelling.

Lacrimal surgery

If conservative methods to treat lacrimal disorder are not successful, a consultant may recommend surgery.

Laser eye surgery (or myopia treatment)

Laser eye surgery (LASIK) is a form of treatment for short-sight, long-sight and astigmatism.

Oculoplastic surgery

Oculoplastic surgeons carry out surgery on the eye lid and facial plastic surgery.

Phacoemulsification

Phacoemulsification is a common method used in cataract surgery.

Uveitis

The uvea is the area of your eye made up of your iris, the choroid (layer of tissue that supports your retina), and your ciliary body (muscles behind the iris). Various conditions cause inflammation in this area. This is called uveitis.

Vitrectomy

A vitrectomy is the surgical removal of the vitreous humour (jelly-like substance) inside your eye.