Private eye care for Altrincham
Not driving to a hospital appointment is an ordinary thing to do, and Altrincham makes it easier than most: Ms Jiang’s clinic on Albert Square in central Manchester is two minutes’ walk from a tram stop that runs straight through from Altrincham Interchange.
If you drive
Take the M60 to the Mancunian Way. It is a few minutes longer on a clear run than the A56 Chester Road through Stretford and Old Trafford, but it does not fail the way the A56 does whenever there is a match at either Old Trafford ground, and on a Saturday fixture that failure can cost you the best part of an hour. Albert Square is pedestrianised, so either way you will finish on foot from the NCP at Bridgewater Hall or the Manchester Central car park.
If you are not driving, the tram is easy
The Altrincham Metrolink line runs directly through to St Peter’s Square, a two-minute walk from Albert Square, with no change and no city-centre driving. It is quicker door to door than a car at peak times from almost anywhere on the line.
After the appointment
You will have dilating drops at the first consultation, whichever way you travelled in, and your vision will be blurred and light-sensitive for a few hours afterwards — bring sunglasses for the walk back to the tram, which is advice people ignore until the one time they do not. If you drove, arrange for someone to collect you rather than plan to drive yourself home.
Getting there
- By Metrolink from Altrincham
- About 30 minutes to St Peter’s Square, then a 2-minute walk
- From Hale
- About 30 minutes by tram from Altrincham Interchange
- From Altrincham by car
- About 35 minutes via the A56, longer at peak times
- From Sale
- About 20 minutes by tram
Your nearest clinics
Optimax Manchester
1 Albert Square
Manchester M2 3FU
Where you can see Ms Jiang
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Two minutes, no obligation
Not sure whether a consultation is worthwhile?
Answer a few short questions and we will tell you honestly whether it is worth coming in. It takes about two minutes and is not a medical assessment.
This questionnaire is not a medical assessment and does not tell you whether you can have surgery.
What treatment costs
Your exact costs are confirmed in writing before anything is booked, and nothing is charged before you have had them in front of you.
Laser eye surgery
£1,295per eye
Laser vision correction is elective and is not usually covered by private medical insurance.
Premium monofocal lens
The lens used for cataract surgery or refractive lens replacement, set for one working distance.
from £2,795per eye
Multifocal lens
The lens used for cataract surgery or refractive lens replacement, focusing at more than one distance.
£3,595per eye
Lens surgery for spectacle independence is not usually covered by private medical insurance.
Implantable contact lens
£3,395per eye
YAG laser capsulotomy
from £395per eye
Your exact costs are confirmed in writing before anything is booked. Nothing is charged before you have had them in front of you.
Common questions
What happens at the first consultation?
The first appointment takes about 45 minutes and is with Ms Jiang herself, not a delegate.
- A discussion of your symptoms, your general health and what you want from your vision
- A full examination, including measurements of the eye and its focusing power
- Dilating drops, which blur your vision for a few hours
- A frank conversation about the options, including doing nothing
- A written summary sent to you and, with your consent, to your GP
Because of the dilating drops, you should not plan to drive yourself home.
Do I need a referral from my GP?
Not for a self-funded consultation — you can book directly. If you are claiming on private medical insurance, most insurers require a GP or optometrist referral before they will authorise the appointment, so check with your insurer first.
Do you accept private medical insurance?
Note that refractive lens exchange carried out to reduce dependence on glasses is generally not covered by insurance, as it is considered elective. Cataract surgery usually is.
Can I come for a second opinion?
Yes, and you are welcome to. Bring any measurements, scans or correspondence you already have. Ms Jiang is happy to review a plan made elsewhere and tell you whether she agrees with it.
Arrange a consultation
Enquiries are answered within one working day by Ms Jiang’s secretary.
Considering treatment, and based in Altrincham?
Send Ms Jiang’s practice a message and we will come back to you within one working day.