Bromsgrove
BHI Parkside, Stourbridge Road, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 0AZ
Ophthalmology services in Bromsgrove
The Newmedica Bromsgrove eye health clinic and surgical centre operates from Bromsgrove BHI Parkside and provides services for both NHS and private patients. The clinic is led by consultant ophthalmologists, Malcolm Woodcock, Tarun Sharma, Ranjit Nair, Salman Mirza, Tom Jackson, Matthew Edmunds, alongside operations director, Josh Raden.
We cater for eye services across the region, including Bromsgrove, Worcester, Redditch, Stourbridge, Kidderminster, Stourport, Droitwich, and the surrounding area.
Making private cataract care more affordable to more people
We offer a range of high quality lenses for distance and intermediate vision starting from just £2295 per eye, so you can get back to doing what you love as quickly as possible.
Quality care provided at convenience for you
Ophthalmology services from our Bromsgrove clinic offer personalised care, quality lenses, and short wait times.
For nearly 20 years, we've provided ophthalmology services and expert care to thousands of individuals across England. As industry leaders in ophthalmology, we know just what it takes to provide the right level of support to protect people’s sight, so they can get back to doing what they love.
5 reasons why we’re the right choice for you
Our clinics are owned and led by the consultant doctors who care for you. For them it’s personal. The whole team are dedicated to understanding your needs so they can provide you with the best possible experience and we know this also results in measurably better outcomes.
Our personalised patient care will make you feel comfortable and at ease. We’ll give you a warm welcome, hold your hand if you’re nervous and be there for you throughout your time with us.
Our short waiting times means you’ll have your first appointment within a couple of weeks, and we aim to complete treatment within eight weeks of your referral.
We choose to use the highest-quality lenses which means you’ll get the best clinical outcomes, including some that can reduce your dependence on glasses. Importantly, we’ll always give you a choice and explain the options.
State-of-the-art facilities with the latest equipment, and free parking ensure you can focus on you when you come to visit us.
Conditions we treat
Getting referred to Newmedica
If you think you have an eye condition, you should see your optician or GP for a detailed assessment. They’ll go through all the options available and tell you where you can have your treatment.
The referral process will differ slightly depending on whether you want to be an NHS or private patient. You’ll find all the information you need on our NHS and private patient pages.
Private patients
Find details about our private
options and how to get started.
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Self-referring? Call 01905 671637
Meet our consultants
We offer patients access to leading consultants who are also partners in the business, meaning they’re directly involved in setting our high standards of care.
Matt Edmunds
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
Thomas Jackson
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
Salman Mirza
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
Ranjit Nair
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
Tarun Sharma
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
Malcolm Woodcock
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
Fully regulated by the CQC
Frequently asked questions
Do you offer NHS treatment?
Yes, at Newmedica, we offer NHS-funded treatment, to all those people who live in England.
The NHS offers you the choice of where you’d like to receive your NHS-funded treatment from, so you can choose Newmedica for your eye-care services.
How do I get referred to Newmedica?
If your optician or GP suspects you have an eye condition, they’ll explain all available options and where you can receive care from. If you want to choose Newmedica, just let them know and they can manage the referral for you.
How can I refer a patient to Newmedica?
If you want to refer a patient to Newmedica, just follow the steps in our referral guide.
Do you offer private treatment?
Our range of private treatments and services are available for people who opt to cover the cost of their treatment cost of their treatment themselves or have covered by their private medical insurance.
If you are interested in receiving private treatment, please visit our private-patient webpage for more information.
Contact us
Phone us on 01905 671637 or email us at newmedica.bromsgrove@nhs.net
How to get to us
By car
Newmedica Bromsgrove is located at BHI Parkside and is close to junction 5 on the M5.
When exiting junction 5 of the M5, follow signs for the A448.
Continue to follow the A448.
Turn onto Market Street and the destination is on your left-hand side.
Parking availability
Free parking is available for all patients and visitors.
When entering the BHI car park you must go through the barrier. Please note, do not park on the smaller car park as it belongs to the library.
The car park will register your number plate, so there is no need to collect a parking ticket. On arrival, notify the Newmedica receptionist of your number plate and they will validate your parking.
By bus
The nearest bus stop to Newmedica Bromsgrove is Bromsgrove bus station, which is located in the town centre. The station is a 5-minute walk to the clinic.
If you are walking to the clinic from the station, head towards ASDA on Market Street and use the pedestrian crossing, turning right towards Chandler Court Care Home and then turn left into the BHI grounds.
By train
The nearest train station is a 10 minute taxi ride to Newmedica Bromsgrove.
By free transport for those who need it
If you're having trouble getting to your appointment or surgery, we can help. We offer free transport for NHS cataract patients who need it.
We'll send a private hire vehicle to collect you from your home - early enough to make sure you arrive on time - and then take you back after. It's free of charge to you and to the NHS.
To book, you'll first need to check the eligibility criteria below, and then ask for the service when you book your appointment with us.
To be eligible for the free transport service you must:
1. Be attending Newmedica Bromsgrove for an appointment, or to receive treatment, for cataract surgery as an NHS patient
2. Have no alternative means of getting to your appointment or treatment, through family, friend, hospital transport, community transport or public transport
3. Live within 40 miles of Newmedica Bromsgrove
4. Be able to get yourself to and from, and in and out, of the supplied vehicle without assistance, or you're able to provide a carer or family member on the day of the transfer to support you getting to and from, and in and out, of the supplied vehicle.
We'll not be able to provide you with transport if any of the following apply:
1. You need to be transported to a location (including other hospitals) other than Newmedica Bromsgrove or your home
2. You require specialised equipment during the journey
3. You need to be closely monitored during the journey
4. You have a medical condition or have undergone major surgery (such as an organ transplant) where the potential side effects are likely to require assistance or monitoring during your journey
5. You have a medical condition or disability that could compromise your dignity or cause public concern in a private hire vehicle
6. You have a communicable disease with which travel on public transport or in a private hire vehicle is not advised
7. You have been clinically determined as at risk from using public transport due to being immunocompromised
8. You have cognitive/sensory impairment (such as dementia or some mental health illnesses)
9. You have significant motility/mobility impairment requiring specialised or adapted vehicles
10. You have safeguarding concerns in relation to travelling alone
11. You are unable to access existing free community transport options
12. The private hire company is unable to provide a vehicle due to a lack of available/suitable vehicles.
This service is delivered in Bromsgrove by Worcester Newmedica Limited, a joint venture partnership company within the Newmedica Group. Worcester Newmedica Limited is registered with the Care Quality Commission, Provider Number 1-12508289614.
Directors: Malcolm Woodcock, Consultant Ophthalmologist; Matthew Edmunds, Consultant Ophthalmologist; Tarun Sharma, Consultant Ophthalmologist; Ranjit Nair, Consultant Ophthalmologist; Salman Mirza, Consultant Ophthalmologist; Tom Jackson, Consultant Ophthalmologist; Josh Raden, Operations Director.
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