Mr. Trushar Patel FRCOphth Ophthalmologist - Cataract & Cornea Surgeon

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Mr. Trushar Patel FRCOphth Ophthalmologist - Cataract & Cornea Surgeon

Woodlands Hospital or Nuffield Tees Hospital

21/09/2025

👁️✨ Beyond Cataracts: A Clearer Vision for All ✨👁️

Lens replacement surgery isn’t just for cataracts. It’s a transformative option for anyone who relies on glasses or contact lenses — especially those struggling with high prescriptions, presbyopia, or astigmatism.

Imagine waking up and seeing clearly — no lenses, no hassle. This isn’t just convenience; it’s freedom.

🔹 Tailored to your lifestyle
🔹 Precision-driven outcomes
🔹 Trusted by thousands

Whether you're navigating early lens changes or simply tired of visual aids, this could be your moment.

15/09/2025

From Crisis to Clarity
Sometimes, we meet patients in deep distress. The sudden loss of sight results in profound emotional consequences.

This patient presented with a severe alkali chemical eye injury. The damage was extensive, the pain unimaginable, and the threat to sight very real.

But with swift, intensive treatment, round-the-clock care, and a relentless commitment to healing, something remarkable happened. The eye began to recover. The cornea cleared. And vision—once feared lost—was fully restored.

Today, that patient sees the world again. Clearly. Comfortably. Confidently.

This isn’t just a story of medical success. It’s a story of trust, teamwork, and the power of hope when science meets compassion.

To every patient who walks through our doors: your sight matters. Your story matters. And we’ll never stop fighting for both. 💙

27/07/2025

Your eyes deserve protection as precise as your vision.

From surgeons to cyclists, welders to weekend DIY warriors—our sight is precious, but vulnerable.

Safety eyewear isn’t optional; it’s essential.

This is a case illustrating the repercussions of a gardening injury caused by a wooden fencing nail:

Corneal laceration, lens capsule rupture, and immediate cataract formation.

Emergency ocular trauma surgery performed preventing blindness:

Suture of the corneal injury, lensectomy, and primary intraocular lens implantation.

05/07/2025

Two handwritten cards, two heartfelt gifts, and two lives beautifully transformed. I am once again deeply moved by the quiet power of gratitude.

These tokens came from patients who once lived in a world dimmed by cataracts, missing the sparkle in a loved one’s eyes, the joy of reading, and the freedom of independence. After surgery, their world was illuminated once more.

As a surgeon, I strive to work with precision and skill. However, it is these moments—the emotion, the trust, and the transformation—that remain with me. To my patients, thank you for allowing me to be a part of your journey. Your courage, your trust, and your joy mean everything to me.

29/06/2025

When Vision and Confidence Go Hand in Hand.

In ophthalmology, we often speak of clarity in terms of visual acuity—but for some, clarity is also about how they’re seen by the world, and more importantly, how they see themselves.

Limbal dermoids are benign growths that can interfere with vision, induce astigmatism, or cause ocular irritation. Yet, there’s another indication that we mustn't overlook: the impact on self-esteem and confidence, especially when the lesion is visible or asymmetrical.

This is a case of a limbal dermoid highlighting the gradual healing process after surgical excision combined with anterior lamellar keratoplasty. Surgical removal of her limbal dermoid wasn’t just medically indicated—it was a step toward restoring her confidence, her comfort, and her sense of self.

We have the privilege of treating more than just anatomy—we touch lives in deeply personal ways. Never underestimate the power of compassionate care that considers both function and emotional wellbeing.

28/06/2025

✨ A New Vision of Care Begins ✨

I’m proud to share that I’m now offering private ophthalmology consultations and surgery in London, bringing two decades of experience in corneal and cataract care to the heart of the city.

Whether it’s restoring clarity with advanced lens surgery, managing complex corneal conditions, or simply offering reassurance during uncertain times, my goal is simple: to help you see your world more clearly—with compassion, precision, and trust.

🌟 I’m delighted to partner with Clarity Healthcare— a clinic that exemplifies dedication to the highest level of patient care.

https://clarityhealthcare.uk/our-team/mr-trushar-patel/

📍 Now, welcoming self-pay and insured patients for private consultations
👁️‍🗨️ Expertise in cataract, cornea, and lens replacement surgery
🗓️ Appointments available soon—DM for enquiries or visit the link in bio

Thank you for entrusting me with your vision. It’s a privilege I never take for granted.

CataractCornea.com

21/06/2025

I step into theatre not as a surgeon, but as a quiet witness to transformation.

What I do isn't just a job—it’s a privilege. Every positive change I contribute to in someone's life is humbling.

I don’t clock in to work. I walk in with a purpose.

Because when vision is saved or indeed restored, so often is confidence, independence, and joy.

That’s the difference I live for.

20/06/2025

🚨 Clinical Pearl: While topical NSAIDs like Acular (ketorolac) are widely used for postoperative inflammation, it's important to remember they are not without risk.

📉 Corneal melting is a rare but potentially devastating complication, particularly in vulnerable eyes—think patients with dry eye, autoimmune disease, or recent ocular surface surgery.

🔍 Always weigh the benefits and risks. Consider alternative anti-inflammatories where appropriate, and keep a close watch on patients with compromised ocular surfaces.

Let’s continue to share and learn to keep our patients safe.

06/06/2025

The goal of corneal transplant surgery in advanced keratoconus is to improve corneal shape.

Keratoconus is a corneal disorder marked by progressive and uneven corneal steepening, resulting in increased nearsightedness and irregular astigmatism.

Progressive changes in corneal shape can be halted with early diagnosis and subsequent corneal collagen cross-linking surgery.

In some cases, unfortunately, diagnosis may be delayed, or the disease may progress rapidly, necessitating corneal transplantation to restore normal vision.

01/06/2025

"The best sight I have ever had!" Was the reply when I asked how they were during a call with my patient the day after performing their lens implant surgery.

Lens replacement surgery is transformational, especially in eyes, with huge spectacle prescription errors, as in this case with minus 16 dioptre lenses in their spectacles.

Priveleged to be able to enhance and transform lives each eye at a time with premium multifocal lens implants.

27/05/2025

Another case example of a patient presenting with sudden painless loss of vision caused by a spontaneous dislocation of their intra-ocular lens implant.

Background:

They underwent cataract surgery several years ago, and prior to that, was moderately short-sighted, a risk factor for this late lens related complication. Subsequent YAG laser posterior capsulotomy may have further weakened the complex that keeps the lens implant securely in position. Eventually, it's led to disruption, dislocation, and sight loss.

The solution?

• Delicately cutting the single piece acrylic lens into several pieces inside the eye.
• Removing each piece through a small, virtually invisible, 2.75mm incision.
• Removal of the vitreous humour - "anterior vitrectomy" to ensure the retina is protected in advancece of final stage of surgery.
• Finally, implanting a new, 3-piece lens implant where the haptics of the implant are securely fixed to the wall of the eye - "sutureless intra-scleral haptic fixation (ISHF)"

24/05/2025

Corneal perforation constitutes a critical ophthalmic emergency. The treatment goal is to restore the eye's structural integrity, thereby preserving vision and preventing blindness.

Timely and appropriate treatment is crucial, regardless of the time of day.

I am deeply appreciative of my patient and their family for this thank-you card, which expresses their gratitude for the commitment and dedication my team and I exhibited in saving their eye and preserving their vision.

Address

Morton Park
Stockton-on-Tees
DL14PL

Telephone

+447838694057

Website

http://CataractCornea.com/

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