Retinal Surgery in Huddersfield
At The Eye Doctor Clinic, our consultant retinal specialists in Huddersfield repair the retina with precise, minimally invasive surgery that protects your vision and restores your peace of mind. Your named surgeon stays with you from the very first phone call, so you always know exactly who is looking after your eyes.
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What Is Retinal Surgery?
Your retina is the thin, light-sensitive layer that lines the back of your eye. It catches the light coming in and turns it into signals that travel to your brain, which is how you see. When the retina tears, pulls away, or becomes damaged by disease, you may need surgery to put it right and stop the damage from becoming permanent.
The main operation we use is a pars plana vitrectomy (PPV). Working through tiny openings of just 0.5-0.9 mm in the white of your eye, your surgeon removes the clear, jelly-like gel that fills the eye (the vitreous). This gives a clear, direct view of the retina under a high-powered microscope. Depending on what we find, the same operation can also include peeling away scar tissue, sealing the retina with a laser, or placing a gas or oil bubble to support healing.
Modern small-gauge instruments are so fine that the openings usually seal themselves. In most cases, you need no stitches and recover faster and more comfortably than with older surgical methods.
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Coming SoonWhy Choose Retinal Surgery?
Retinal problems can damage your sight quickly, and some of that damage cannot be undone. The sooner you get expert help, the better the result usually is. You should book an urgent assessment if you notice:
How Does Retinal Surgery Work?
Our professional team will guide you through each step of your retinal surgery to ensure it is a safe and easy experience.
Step by Step
The process starts with preparation, during which your eye is examined using OCT and ultrasound imaging.
The procedure can be performed under local anaesthesia with sedation, or under general anaesthesia for greater comfort.
Using microscopic techniques, the surgeon removes the gel through small openings in the eye.
This is followed by treatments such as laser therapy or retinal detachment correction if necessary.
Retinal Surgery at a Glance
Procedure Time
30 min to 2 hrs
depending on the case
Anaesthetic
Local + sedation
or general anaesthesia
Downtime
Several weeks
healing varies by procedure
Back to Work
2-4 weeks
longer for heavy, physical jobs
Result Duration
Long-term repair
a stabilised retina
Cost
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Benefits of Retinal Surgery
Mr Murtuza Mookhtiar
MBChB · FRCOphth
Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, Cataract & Retinal Specialist
Mr Murtuza Mookhtiar is a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon with a specialist interest in vitreoretinal surgery and cataract surgery. He manages a wide range of complex retinal conditions including retinal detachment, epiretinal membrane, macular hole, and vitreous floaters. Mr Mookhtiar combines precise surgical technique with a compassionate approach, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care throughout their treatment journey.
Mrs Farhat Butt
MBChB · FRCOphth
Consultant Ophthalmologist, Medical Retina & Uveitis
Mrs Farhat Butt is a Consultant Ophthalmologist specialising in medical retina and uveitis. She has extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of sight-threatening conditions including wet age-related macular degeneration, diabetic macular oedema, retinal vein occlusion, and complex uveitis. Mrs Butt is highly experienced in intravitreal injection therapy and provides expert, patient-centred care for some of the most challenging retinal and inflammatory eye conditions.
Meet the Team
Retinal Surgery Consultation Process
We take a no-pressure approach. Your journey is designed to feel as smooth and clear as the vision we aim to protect.
The Free Phone Assessment
The process begins with a simple call with our clinical team, during which we will hear about your symptoms, answer any questions you have, and advise on whether further consultations are necessary.
The Clinical Consultation
You will be assigned a consultant who will conduct a comprehensive 45-minute consultation during which we will examine your retina, perform scans such as OCT and wide-field imaging, diagnose your condition, and provide clear instructions on the options available to you.
Your Treatment Day
You come in as a day case. We settle you with local anaesthetic and sedation (or general anaesthesia if you prefer), carry out your surgery through tiny self-sealing openings, and send you home the same day in most cases.
Dedicated Aftercare
We offer a clearly formulated recovery programme, eye drops, and contact details from your surgery department. Follow-up appointments monitor your progress and preserve your vision.
Retinal Surgery Cost in Huddersfield
Personalised treatments, all-inclusive packages, and no hidden costs for retinal surgery.
Retinal Surgery
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Ready to Protect Your Vision?
Our expert professionals at the Huddersfield clinic offer personalised retinal treatments tailored to your needs. Talk to our experienced team now and be assured that you will have a safe, consultation-based surgery performed by retinal consultants.
FAQs
Most people feel very little. We fully numb your eye before we start, and sedation keeps you relaxed throughout the procedure. Afterwards, your eye may feel gritty, achy, or sore for a few days, which we can easily manage with pain relief and your prescribed drops.
That would depend on the complexity of your case. The extraction of floaters could take 30-45 minutes, whereas a more complex procedure, such as repairing a retinal detachment or performing a diabetic vitrectomy, could take 1-2 hours.
If we place a gas bubble in your eye, for example, after a macular hole or certain detachment repairs, you will need to hold your head in a set position (often face-down) for a short time, usually around 5-7 days, to keep the bubble against the healing area. Your team will give you detailed written instructions.
Recovery varies from person to person. Your vision is usually blurry for the first few weeks and clears gradually as your eye heals. If we use a gas bubble, your sight remains poor until the gas is absorbed, which typically takes 4-8 weeks. Most people return to desk work within 2-4 weeks. You must not drive while a gas bubble is still in your eye.
We confirm this with a clinical examination and scans. Retinal surgery is usually recommended when the retina is torn, detached, or damaged by disease, or when other treatments cannot protect your sight on their own.
Read About Our Happy Patients
What a great experience! Very reassuring and I am very grateful for the consultation from Dr Musa he was so helpful in helping me make a decision to proceed to having eye correction surgery. I have the upmost confidence in him and the team at the Eye Doctor Clinic, Huddersfield.
Lozza 747I had implants with Dr Musa ten years ago. It was the best thing I've ever done. They are brilliant. My sight both near and distant was very poor but since the op I've had no glasses no lenses and my sight has been super. It remains really good to this day. Thank you Dr Musa. Brilliant consultations and treatment for glaucoma since.
Kay FitbitI can highly recommend the Eye Doctor Clinic, and I am so pleased I went there. Dr Musa, Gemma and Jess are lovely. They are very knowledgeable and were able to answer all my questions. My vision following surgery is great, and not having to wear glasses is fantastic.
Carol PeelWhere to Find Us
Three convenient locations across West Yorkshire. Visit us for consultations, diagnostics, and treatments.
Bolton
136 – 140 Newport St
Bolton, Greater Manchester
BL3 6AB
Huddersfield
Woodlands, 4 Longbow Close
Huddersfield, HD2 1GQ
