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Mr Vaughan Tanner

Mr Vaughan Tanner

Ophthalmologist

Reading, RG2 0NE

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33 years of experience
Verified profile
33 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.95

21 patient reviews

2 professional endorsements

5.00
Overall Experience
4.90
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.95
Explanation

44 recommendations for:

Cataract Surgery(12)
Cataracts(5)
Eye Problem(4)
Other(23)

Recent patient review

22 Dec 2023

Very professional and reassuring would certainly recommend to my friends

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About

Mr Vaughan Tanner has over 20 years experience as a Senior Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon to The Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading and King Edward VII Hospital, Windsor. He created and led the Berkshire wide Vitreo-Retinal surgical service, established a sub-specialist age related macular degeneration service, provides a micro incision cataract service and heads a general ophthalmic team providing care for acute and routine eye conditions. His subspecialist interests and recent advances include the introduction of sub-2mm micro-incision cataract extraction with multifocal and toric lens implants designed to significantly reduce spectacle dependence following cataract surgery. He has also developed sutureless small incision vitrectomy techniques for the repair of retinal detachment, macular hole and other vitreoretinal diseases. Mr Tanner's extensive surgical experience includes the performance or supervision of over 15,000 major intraocular cataract and retinal procedures.

Mr Tanner has led on the introduction of many new retinal treatments including anti-veg intravitreal injections )Lucentis, Eylea and Faricimab) These innovations have significantly improved vision for many patients suffering from age related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion and other retinal problems.

In the private sector he has developed a comprehensive service aiming to provide the highest level of personal care using the latest surgical techniques available. His main practice covers Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Surrey, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire and London with many national and international referrals. Private consultations and treatments are available at the following hospitals

Princess Margaret Hospital,Windsor

Dunedin Hospital, Reading

Circle Hospital, Reading

Berkshire Health Ltd, Reading

Berkshire Independent Hospital, Reading 

His undergraduate study was at St George's Hospital Medical School, London where he was awarded Medical Research Council funding in addition to his medical degree. Completion of higher surgical training at the Oxford Eye Hospital led to award of the Fellowship of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. He then completed three years of advanced, sub-specialist Fellowships at both Moorfields Eye Hospital, London and St Thomas' Hospital, London. During this period he gained expertise in the surgical and medical management of all retinal disorders including macular surgery. He has co-authored "Diseases of the Ocular Fundus" which was awarded first prize as "Best Authored Post Graduate Textbook" by the Royal Society of Medicine and the Royal Society of Authors. He has previously hosted both the Southern and National Annual Meetings of the British and Eire Association of Vitreo-Retinal Surgeons. He is an invited scientific reviewer for several international journals.

He is a Consultant Clinical Supervisor for The Oxford Deanery School of Ophthalmology responsible for post-graduate training and also leads a Fellowship training programme in advanced vitreo-retinal surgical techniques for surgeons becoming Consultants in this sub-specialty. He has previously been appointed both Lead Clinician and Clinical Governance Lead, Ophthalmology Department, Royal Berkshire Hospital, has been awarded three NHS clinical excellence awards and is a member of the Medical Advisory Committee, Princess Margaret Hospital, Windsor.

Higher Qualifications

BSc Hons Medical Sciences with Biochemistry

MB BS (Lond.) University of London

ECFMG (USA) Certification

FRCOphth. Fellowship of Royal College of Ophthalmologists

CCST Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training

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Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

  • Microincision Cataract Surgery
  • Refractive Lens Exchange
  • Symfony multifocal lens implant
  • Age-Related Macular Degeneration
  • Retinal Vein Occlusion
  • Lucentis antigrowth factor injections
  • Macular Hole Surgery
  • Floaters
  • Ozurdex steroid implant
  • Posterior Vitreous Detachment
  • Retinal Detachment Repair
  • Diabetic Eye Disease
  • Implantable Miniature Telescope
  • Eylea
  • Epiretinal Membrane
  • Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty
  • YAG Laser Vitreolysis
  • Posterior capsular thickening
  • Astigmatism assessment
  • Cataract removal surgery
  • Eyelid cyst removal
  • Glaucoma surgery
  • Long-sightedness
  • Presbyopia treatment
  • Refractive lens surgery
  • Retinal laser
  • Short-sightedness

Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Cataract Surgery (27%)
  • Cataracts (11%)
  • Eye Problem (9%)
  • Epiretinal Membrane (7%)
  • Ophthalmology (7%)
  • Others (39%)

Subspecialties
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Glaucoma
  • Emergency Ophthalmology
  • Refractive Surgery / Surgical Solutions
  • Retina

All conditions and treatments
  • Cataracts
  • Eye Problem
  • Eye Infection
  • Glaucoma
  • Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
  • Astigmatism
  • Blepharitis
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Dry Eyes
  • Eye Problems
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Epiretinal Membrane
  • Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)
  • Complex Cataract Surgery
  • Eye Test
  • Humphreys Visual Field
  • Independent Prescriber
  • Intravitreal Injection
  • Iridotomy
  • Lens Replacement Surgery

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3455225

Royal College of Ophthalmologists

No. 3455225


Qualifications
  • BSc, MBBS, FRCOphth
  • Fellow of Royal College of Ophthalmologists
  • American Academy of Ophthalmology
  • British Medical Association
  • European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
  • British and Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons
  • Medical Defence Union
  • European Vitreo-Retinal Society

languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £250
  • Follow-up appointment: £200

insurers
  • Benenden
  • Bupa Platinum
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Legal & General
  • April
  • Vitality Health
  • WPA
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Four Points Assistance
  • Healix
  • Groupama
  • Cigna
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • Simply Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • The Exeter
  • health-on-line
  • CS Healthcare
  • General Medical
  • Norwich Union
  • Aviva Health
  • Bupa
  • Saga Insurance

Location

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Circle Reading Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

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100 Drake Way, Reading, United Kingdom, RG2 0NE
100 Drake Way, Reading, United Kingdom, RG2 0NE
Monday
08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday
08:30 - 17:00
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Thursday
08:30 - 17:00
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4.76
(280)
39-42 Osborne Road, Windsor, United Kingdom, SL4 3SJ
39-42 Osborne Road, Windsor, United Kingdom, SL4 3SJ
Monday
08:30 - 17:00
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Wednesday
08:30 - 16:00
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Friday
08:30 - 17:00
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11 Kendrick Rd, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 5DU
11 Kendrick Rd, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 5DU
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Thursday
14:00 - 17:00
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4.79
(97)
16 Bath Road, Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom, RG1 6NS
16 Bath Road, Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom, RG1 6NS
Monday
08:30 - 17:00
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Thursday
13:00 - 17:00
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4.81
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Coley Park, Swallows Croft, Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom, RG1 6UZ
Coley Park, Swallows Croft, Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom, RG1 6UZ
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Reviews

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Cataract Surgery (11)
Cataracts (5)
Eye Problem (4)
Epiretinal Membrane (2)
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK) (2)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

21 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very professional and reassuring would certainly recommend to my friends

22 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

4.5

5.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Efficient and explained the process and options in a language I could understand. He gave me the confidence to go through the operations without undue stress.

05 Jul 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

A very pleasant experience from start to finish. Wonderful bedside manner and I simply cannot recommend Mr Tanner highly enough. My cataract operation was quick, painless and I was able to see clearly immediately afterwards. Totally life changing for me.

27 Jan 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I was extremely pleased with the treatment I received and would recommend Mr Tanner.

24 Jan 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eye Problem
Cataract Surgery
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)

4.5

5.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

My eyesight has improved considerably and I never experienced any discomfort during the operation and afterwards. I did have to take any painkillers. I had a follow-up appointment a week after the operation and signed off six weeks after. Over all it it was a very positive experience.

24 Jan 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery
Epiretinal Membrane

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I felt completely confident that I was getting the best possible treatment from Mr Tanner and his team.

23 Jan 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Glaucoma
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

A very calm and reassuring experience.. I was very nervous but Mr Tanner was everything I hoped he would be. Thankyou.

09 Dec 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I found Mr Tanner's explanations clear, concise and informative. This I found very reassuring and gave me the confidence to go ahead with my treatment. The treatment itself was very successful, and life changing. Throughout Mr Tanner and his team made me feel I was in very competent hands. I would have no hesitation in recommending him.

25 Sep 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eye Problem

4.5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.00
Explanation

The service I received from Mr. Tanner has been excellent. I felt as if I have known him all my life. I had a wonderful and warm experience from start to finish.

19 Aug 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eye Problem
Eye Infection
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I am extremely happy with the outcome of my surgery. Mr Tanner was easy to talk to and I felt very comfortable asking any questions that I had.

18 May 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery
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Ophthalmology (2)
Cataract Surgery (1)
Epiretinal Membrane (1)
Complex Cataract Surgery (1)

2 endorsements

Vaughan is an excellent colleague, I'd recommend him highly

13 Aug 2023
Endorsed for
Ophthalmology
Humphreys Visual Field
Urgent Eye Care
+ 5 more

Mr Simon Cudlip

Neurosurgery
I have referred patients to them

Vaughan Tanner is an exceptional eye surgeon. His professionalism, bed side manner, attention to detail and skill are second to none. He has operated on both of my parents (who think he is amazing) and I recommend him to all.

01 Mar 2023
Endorsed for
Ophthalmology
Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT)
Retinal Imaging
+ 8 more

Mr Philip Charlesworth

Urology
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Vaughan Tanner's reviews like?

Mr Vaughan Tanner's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 21 reviews

What languages does Mr Vaughan Tanner speak?

Mr Vaughan Tanner speaks English

Where is Mr Vaughan Tanner located?

Mr Vaughan Tanner primarily practices at Circle Reading Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at 100 Drake Way, Reading, United Kingdom, RG2 0NE
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What are Mr Vaughan Tanner working hours?

Mr Vaughan Tanner is working Monday (08:30 - 17:00, 08:30 - 17:00, 08:30 - 17:00), Tuesday (08:30 - 17:00), Wednesday (08:30 - 16:00), Thursday (08:30 - 17:00, 14:00 - 17:00, 13:00 - 17:00, 14:00 - 17:00), Friday (08:30 - 17:00)

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