Consultant Ophthalmologist · Prize-Winning · Colchester, Essex
Laser Eye Surgery, Lens & Cataract Care — Consultant-Led, Essex
Prize-winning consultant ophthalmologist — fellowship-trained at Cambridge, King's College Hospital London and University Hospital Wales. Founder of the laser eye surgery service at Colchester Eye Centre NHS, bringing internationally pioneered techniques to Essex.
- You meet Mr Mukherjee from your first consultation — no technicians, no handoffs
- Fellowship-trained at Cambridge, King's College Hospital London & University Hospital Wales — Fellow of the World College of Refractive Surgeons, held by a handful of UK surgeons
- UK pioneer in artificial cornea transplantation, CAIRS and combined laser treatment for keratoconus — techniques previously only available at major specialist centres
- Colchester, Essex — serving East Anglia and beyond. International patients welcome."
Professional memberships, fellowships & leadership roles
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A different kind of eye care
You meet the surgeon who will treat you from your very first consultation. Unlike high-street laser clinics where assessments are performed by technicians or advisors, every appointment is led directly by Mr Mukherjee — a prize-winning consultant ophthalmologist, fellowship-trained at Cambridge, King's College Hospital London and University Hospital Wales, and founder of the laser eye surgery service at Colchester Eye Centre NHS. A UK pioneer in artificial cornea transplantation, CAIRS and combined laser treatment for keratoconus — bringing techniques to the UK in Essex that were previously available only at major international centres.
Typical High-Street Laser Clinic
- Initial screening by technicians or advisors
- Surgeon met briefly on day of surgery only
- Limited procedures offered
- Standardised, one-size-fits-all pathways
The Vision Surgeon Difference
- You meet Mr Mukherjee from day one
- Consultant-led from first assessment to final follow-up
- Laser, lens, corneal and keratoconus options all available
- NHS Founder · UK Pioneer · Fellowship-trained · 20+ publications
Prize-winning & fellowship-trained
Trained at Cambridge, King's College Hospital London and University Hospital Wales. Fellow of the World College of Refractive Surgeons — an invitation-only distinction held by only a handful of surgeons in the UK.
NHS Founder & Clinical Lead
Founder of the laser eye surgery service at Colchester Eye Centre NHS — currently Clinical Lead and Head of Laser Eye Surgery & Corneal Transplant Service.
UK pioneer in advanced eye surgery
Among the first in the UK to perform artificial cornea (EndoArt) transplantation, CAIRS and combined TransPRK laser for keratoconus — bringing specialist techniques to the UK.
Internationally published researcher
20+ peer-reviewed papers. Clinical decisions grounded in both hands-on experience and the latest evidence base.
Everything from laser eye surgery to advanced corneal conditions
Mr Mukherjee treats the full spectrum — from straightforward laser correction to complex corneal conditions that most general eye clinics cannot manage.
Laser Eye Surgery
LASIK and TransPRK for short-sightedness, long-sightedness and astigmatism. Personalised treatment planning with wavefront and topography analysis.
Lens Replacement & ICL
Refractive lens exchange and implantable contact lenses for patients seeking spectacle freedom when laser isn't the right fit — including high prescriptions and presbyopia.
Cataract Surgery
Microincision phacoemulsification with premium multifocal and EDOF lens options — reducing spectacle dependence alongside cataract removal.
Keratoconus & CAIRS
Advanced keratoconus treatment: cross-linking, CAIRS, topography-guided laser — UK pioneer in both CAIRS and topo-guided laser. More than lenses. More than cross-linking.
Pterygium & Corneal Disease
Pterygium excision, corneal transplant and complex anterior segment conditions — specialist corneal care not routinely available at general eye clinics.
Glaucoma & MIGS
Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) and drop-free surgical options. Fellowship-trained at Cambridge, King's College Hospital London and University Hospital Wales.
Mr Hatch Mukherjee
Prize-winning consultant ophthalmologist, fellowship-trained at Cambridge, King's College Hospital London and University Hospital Wales. Founder of the laser eye surgery service at Colchester Eye Centre NHS, where he remains Clinical Lead and Head of Laser Eye Surgery & Corneal Transplant. Among the first surgeons in the UK to perform artificial cornea (EndoArt) transplantation, CAIRS and combined TransPRK laser treatment for keratoconus — bringing specialist techniques to Essex that were previously only available at major centres. Board member of both the British Society for Refractive Surgery and the Medical Contact Lens & Ocular Surface Association.
All care is personally led by Mr Mukherjee from first consultation through to final follow-up. GMC: 4619596 · 98% patient recommendation rate (PHIN verified).
98% of patients would recommend Mr Mukherjee.
Verified through PHIN — the independent Private Healthcare Information Network.
"I left reassured and confident in the consultant and well informed about the options available to me."
"The entire team made me feel at ease from consultation to aftercare."
"Innovative approach... my vision has surpassed both of our expectations."
Consultant-led from day one. No technicians. No handoffs. Just honest expert advice.
Book a free consultationColchester, Essex · Serving East Anglia & beyond · International patients welcome
Common questions about eye surgery in Essex
Expert eye care. Consultant-led. Right here in Essex.
Book a consultation to discuss your options for laser eye surgery, lens replacement, cataract surgery or specialist corneal care.
Colchester, Essex — accessible from across East Anglia
Mr Mukherjee sees patients in Colchester — well connected by road and rail, with direct trains from London Liverpool Street in under an hour and approximately 45 minutes from London Stansted Airport. International patients are warmly welcomed.
The Vision Surgeon
Colchester, Essex, CO4 5XR