Dr. Desai is a highly experienced Ophthalmologist with exceptional expertise in cataract and refractive lens surgery. Over his career, he has performed more than 35,000 procedures and over 250,000 consultations. He is frequently sought after for complex cases and second opinions, including by fellow consultants.
Trained in India, Windsor, and Glasgow under leading UK specialists—including a past president of the Royal College of Ophthalmology—Dr. Desai maintains some of the lowest complication rates in the country. While the UK average is 123 cataract surgeries per surgeon annually, he has performed over 4,000 a year, and has completed 350+ explant operations in just three years (a procedure most ophthalmologists rarely perform). He often manages complications and cases referred by others.
Passionate about training the next generation, he has trained and mentored over 85 trainees. Few consultants in the UK match his depth of experience and surgical volume.
Cataract Surgeries
While most surgeons perform around 150 surgeries a year, Mr. Desai successfully performs over 1,000 annually.
Explant Operations
On average, surgeons perform fewer than 5 of these procedures a year, whereas Mr. Desai has successfully completed over 350.
Dr. Desai is committed to ensure every patient understands their options and receives truly personalised care. He specialises in advanced premium intraocular lenses (IOLs)—including astigmatism-correcting, extended depth of focus (EDOF), and multifocal lenses—options not available on the NHS. These implants are designed to significantly reduce dependence on glasses.
World-class cataract and lens replacement surgery with premium lens implants—delivered at prices designed to be affordable for all.
Cutting-edge lens implants that offer significantly better functionality and results that defy the ageing body, ensuring you receive the best possible care.