Professor Paul Ursell
Professor Paul Ursell is a Consultant Ophthalmologist in Surrey, specialising in cataract surgery.
Based At
NHS base
Epsom & St Helier NHS Trust
GMC Number
3320068
Clinic Timetable
Clinical interests
Cataract surgery, premium implants, surgery for glasses including reading glasses, refractive surgery, corneal surgery, glaucoma, macular degeneration, red eyes, posterior capsule opacification.
I am a Professor of Ophthalmology specialising in cataract and lens surgery, with over 30 years’ experience and more than 12,000 procedures performed.
My practice is focused on cataract surgery and lens-based vision correction. I have a longstanding interest in advancing cataract techniques and developed the “no needle, no patch” approach, now widely used across the NHS to improve patient comfort and recovery. I am the Immediate Past President of the UK & Ireland Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons and am regularly invited to speak internationally about my research on developments in lens surgery.
Alongside my private practice, I have held senior NHS leadership roles, including Lead Clinician at Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust, Royal College of Ophthalmologists representative to the EU, where I oversaw a high level cataract service and gained extensive experience across both routine and more complex cases.
Patients often choose to see me for an expert, considered approach and clear advice. I have particular expertise in modern cataract surgery, including the use of advanced lens implants to improve vision at different distances and reduce dependence on glasses. I tailor treatment to each individual, with a focus on achieving high-quality visual outcomes.
At Ashtead Hospital, I see patients from the local area as well as those travelling from across the UK and overseas. Through detailed assessment of your eyes and a discussion about your lifestyle, we can identify the most appropriate treatment plan for your vision and visual goals.
Professional Memberships
President UKISCRS https://www.ukiscrs.org.uk/
Member of Education Committee ESCRS https://www.escrs.org/
UK Delegate EBO https://www.ebo-online.org/
UK Delegate UEMS https://www.uems-ophtalmologie.org/
Academic Background
He has undergone extensive training in cataract surgery and is now heavily involved in both teaching and publishing research in this field with over 25 peer reviewed publications on cataract surgery.
He is an internationally invited speaker and an acknowledged key opinion leader in cataract surgery, dementia and sight loss. He regularly undertakes volunteer surgery camps in South East Asia. Paul is a UK representative for Ophthalmology on the European Board of Medical Specialties & European Board of Ophthalmology. Previously he has been a 2 term Trustee of SeeAbility, Treasurer & 3 term council member of UKISCRS (UK & Ireland Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons), President of Epsom Medical Society, Ophthalmology advisor to the Healthcare Ombudsman and Court Assistant to the Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers.
Website
Based at
NHS base
Epsom & St Helier NHS Trust
GMC Number
3320068
Clinic Timetable
Clinical interests
Cataract surgery, premium implants, surgery for glasses including reading glasses, refractive surgery, corneal surgery, glaucoma, macular degeneration, red eyes, posterior capsule opacification.
I am a Professor of Ophthalmology specialising in cataract and lens surgery, with over 30 years’ experience and more than 12,000 procedures performed.
My practice is focused on cataract surgery and lens-based vision correction. I have a longstanding interest in advancing cataract techniques and developed the “no needle, no patch” approach, now widely used across the NHS to improve patient comfort and recovery. I am the Immediate Past President of the UK & Ireland Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons and am regularly invited to speak internationally about my research on developments in lens surgery.
Alongside my private practice, I have held senior NHS leadership roles, including Lead Clinician at Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust, Royal College of Ophthalmologists representative to the EU, where I oversaw a high level cataract service and gained extensive experience across both routine and more complex cases.
Patients often choose to see me for an expert, considered approach and clear advice. I have particular expertise in modern cataract surgery, including the use of advanced lens implants to improve vision at different distances and reduce dependence on glasses. I tailor treatment to each individual, with a focus on achieving high-quality visual outcomes.
At Ashtead Hospital, I see patients from the local area as well as those travelling from across the UK and overseas. Through detailed assessment of your eyes and a discussion about your lifestyle, we can identify the most appropriate treatment plan for your vision and visual goals.
Professional Memberships
President UKISCRS https://www.ukiscrs.org.uk/
Member of Education Committee ESCRS https://www.escrs.org/
UK Delegate EBO https://www.ebo-online.org/
UK Delegate UEMS https://www.uems-ophtalmologie.org/
Academic Background
He has undergone extensive training in cataract surgery and is now heavily involved in both teaching and publishing research in this field with over 25 peer reviewed publications on cataract surgery.
He is an internationally invited speaker and an acknowledged key opinion leader in cataract surgery, dementia and sight loss. He regularly undertakes volunteer surgery camps in South East Asia. Paul is a UK representative for Ophthalmology on the European Board of Medical Specialties & European Board of Ophthalmology. Previously he has been a 2 term Trustee of SeeAbility, Treasurer & 3 term council member of UKISCRS (UK & Ireland Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons), President of Epsom Medical Society, Ophthalmology advisor to the Healthcare Ombudsman and Court Assistant to the Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers.