Stuck on Long Waiting Lists for NHS Cataract Treatment? Optimax Ultralase is here to help!
In recent years, long waiting times for NHS treatment have made it increasingly common for NHS patients to turn to private healthcare providers for care. The COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated this issue, as many hospitals and clinics have had to delay or cancel non-emergency procedures and surgeries in order to focus on the most urgent cases.
According to a recent article from the BBC, NHS patients in Scotland have been particularly affected by this issue, with some waiting up to three years for cataract surgery. In England, there are currently 628,500 people all waiting for an NHS ophthalmology appointment, with many experiencing further loss of sight while they wait to receive the care they need.
Patients in Wales are not faring much better, with the average wait time for NHS treatments now at double the length it was before the pandemic. In fact, there are currently over 4000 Welsh patients that have been waiting to receive eye surgery for over 2 years! All of this has led to a rise in private treatment, as patients seek to avoid months’ long waiting lists and receive the care they need as soon as possible.
At Optimax Ultralase, we understand the frustration and anxiety that can come with long waiting times for medical treatment. This is why we're proud to offer our services to NHS patients through the Increasing Capacity Framework, helping to lessen the impact of this issue and ensure that everyone has access to high-quality eye care when they need it.
We are one of the UK's leading providers of refractive surgery and treatment, with over 32 years of experience and a team of highly qualified surgeons and staff. By working with the NHS, we're able to provide cataract surgery to patients who might not otherwise be able to afford or access a private treatment .
If you're a NHS patient who is worried about or has been affected by long waiting times for NHS cataract surgery or YAG laser capsulotomy, you can learn more about our NHS care at www.optimax.co.uk/nhs
If you are interested in getting NHS Treatment at an Optimax Ultralase clinic, please speak to your GP or Optician to request a referral.
Sources:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-64784198
https://research.senedd.wales/research-articles/nhs-waiting-times-are-you-still-waiting/
https://www.standard.co.uk/news/health/london-eye-patients-vision-long-nhs-waits-b1068913.html
