ACES Eye Clinic Reviews 

259
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Considering 167 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company, consistently expressing high satisfaction with their overall visits. Customers frequently praise the staff for being exceptionally professional, friendly, and welcoming, ensuring that patients feel well-informed and comfortable from the moment they arrive. Consumers also note that medical procedures such as cataract treatments are surprisingly quick, smooth, and virtually painless, leaving them thoroughly reassured. However, some people mentioned difficulties regarding clinic locations and travel accessibility, making it hard for certain individuals to reach their appointments easily. Some reviewers were not happy with post-surgery follow-up communications, noting delayed responses or missing calls after their treatments concluded.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Kind and helpful staff. Skilled surgeon. A week after surgery I am doing fine. Clients should be warned about accessibility problems at the Cambridge clinic. Vehicles can't reach the clinic. Clien... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy car parking. Staff are friendly and efficient. Pre assessment is thorough and a date for surgery if needed arranged there and then. On the day again staff attentive and give all information neede... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The complete experience from walking in to Milton keynes clinic, to consultation and with a full indepth report was absolutely spot on. I could not fault any part of the experience. I sh... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I can't praise the staff at ACES Eye Clinic at Norfolk House, Milton Keynes highly enough. All the staff were truly amazing from start to finish. Very professional, efficient and friendly. My mother... See more

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  1. Eye Care Center

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ACES, founded in 2005, is a pioneering independent provider of NHS eye care services in the community. Supporting the NHS, whilst providing patients with the highest standards of clinical care from expert consultant ophthalmic surgeons.


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4.3

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All were very efficient and kind

All were very efficient and kind. I thought I will have wait for a long time but all was in time. Given very clear advice how to look after my eye after the operation.
Mrs A Taylor

17 June 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you for the wonderful review! We are thrilled that everything went so smoothly and on time for your procedure. It is great to hear that you felt well supported with clear aftercare advice, and we appreciate you choosing our clinic.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience

Excellent experience. The staff at the Milton Keynes clinic were really nice and kind. They were very professional and informative as well. Would definitely recommend. Thank you again ACES Milton keynes.

17 June 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you so much for the excellent review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience and that our team was so kind and professional. Thank you for your high recommendation!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing service from all the staff

Amazing service from all the staff, lovely premises, would recommend !

15 June 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you so much for the amazing review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our lovely premises and received such great service. Thank you for your recommendation!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wait time from pre assessment to…

Wait time from pre assessment to surgery very quick staff kind and friendly information post op clear and contact no's if worried re symptoms eye was sore post op but nothing not pre warned about only comment was op. theatre cold from air con and felt a bit uncomfortable but procedure wasn't too long information booklet answered all questions and already can see much clearer thankyou to all involved

15 June 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We are thrilled to hear that your vision is already much clearer and that you felt well informed and supported throughout the process, we wish you a smooth and continued recovery!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good service and very friendly…

Very good service and very friendly staff

12 June 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you for taking the time to leave your 5-star review. We will be sure to pass your kind words to the team. Thanks again, take care!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick and efficient, no long waiting times

The initial pre-assessment appointment was extremely quick following the referral from my optometrist, just 2 weeks waiting. Unfortunately this had to be cancelled on the day due to a medical emergency, but the assistant was excellent, sympathetic and managed to make a further appointment for just one week later.

I found the pre-assessment appointment to be slightly disorganised with the Care Assistant appearing brusque and unfriendly. The optometrist, however, was excellent in explaining what would happen after this initial appointment. I received an appointment (to suit me) for the cataract operation on the day of the pre-assessment appointment, although I did have to return to the clinic prior to this to have my eye measured as the equipment had broken down and they were unable to perform all the tests at the pre-assessment.

On the day of the operation, I was put totally at ease by the Health Care Assistants, the Surgeon and theatre staff. I had to wait approximately 1 hour before the operation took place for the local anaesthetic to become effective, but it only lasted around 10-15 minutes, after which time I was given instruction on what to do for the first 24 hours, a bottle of eye drops and asked to make an appointment to have my eyes retested in 4 weeks.

Overall, I would highly recommend Aces Eye Clinic as an alternative to attending a NHS Clinic/Hospital. They are quick and efficient, and, in my opinion an excellent choice for cataract surgery.

11 May 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you for your detailed review. We're glad your appointment was arranged quickly and that our team helped with rescheduling. It's great to hear the assistant was supportive. We appreciate your feedback on the pre-assessment and will share it with the relevant teams.

We're pleased the optometrist explained your treatment steps and accommodated your surgery date. Despite the equipment issue, we're happy your surgery experience was positive and that our team made you feel relaxed and informed about aftercare.

Thank you for recommending ACES, and we wish you the best in your recovery.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don’t bother!

I went on dec 22nd did not receive any information about what was wrong with my eyes, just given eye drops & ointment. No prescription or information about eye test. My appointments have now been cancelled 3 times! In the meantime I went to specsavers was told I am starting to develop cataracts, have blepharitis & blocked eye duct. I cannot believe the difference in the service. I have informed Ace not to send another appointment, no doubt it will only be cancelled a fourth time.Very poor service at Liverpool branch.

22 December 2025
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

We are sorry to learn of your experience. We are thankful for all patient feedback, and we take feedback such as that provided by you extremely seriously.

We can only apologise about the wait you faced for an appointment to be seen and we would like to discuss this directly with you, to better understand those events, and to ensure that appropriate learnings are taken wherever they are identified. However unfortunately, from the information you have provided, I have been unable to locate your record to do so.

If and when convenient to yourself, in order to discuss your concerns with a member of our team, we would invite you to call us on 0333 188 2937. Alternatively, you can provide us with more information via email by sending it to clinicalservices@aces-eyeclinic.co.uk

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yes very professional set up ,staff…

Yes very professional set up ,staff pleasant, helpful and knowledgeable, everywhere was clean and tidy well managed.would recommend.

4 June 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you for your kind review. We're glad you found our team professional and our environment clean and well-managed. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to your return.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am here for the first time

I am here for the first time. Your support, compassion, and dedication make a real difference.

5 June 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you for your feedback. We are honored you chose us for your first visit. Your kind words about our support and dedication are appreciated. We remain committed to making a positive impact and look forward to supporting you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely amazing service from start…

Absolutely amazing service from start to finish and I honestly can't complain about anything whatsoever...
All of the staff were amazing and from start to finish everything felt very professional and my surgery went along without any issues at all.
I return to the clinic in 3 weeks to have my other cattaract removed .

6 June 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you for your generous review. We're thrilled you had a positive experience and appreciate your kind remarks about our team. We're glad your surgery was successful and you felt well cared for. We look forward to welcoming you back in three weeks for your second cataract procedure and wish you a comfortable recovery.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything from start to finish was…

Everything from start to finish was explained the staff were kind and caring. I was extremely worried about the procedure and the staff completely put me at ease.

2 June 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you very much for your generous review! We are delighted to learn that our staff offered you the kind and compassionate support you required.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was my first cataract operation.

This was my first, of two, cataract operations. I was very nervous about what I was going to have done. I need not have worried at all. From the moment I stepped up to reception to the minute I left everyone was very helpful. The cataract operation was pain free. It took the surgeon no time at all. I would recommend Aces eye clinic to all. Can't wait to have the other eye cataract done. If it's you, that needs your cataract operation, you'll be in good hands, I was amazed by how quick and pain free my operation was. As I'm sure you will be too.

28 May 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you for your fantastic review! We are thrilled that our team could make your first cataract procedure a comfortable and pain-free experience.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Its was no good for me

Its was no good for me. I check in at 3pm my appointments at 3:10pm I am sit and wait no sigh to be seen until 4pm I went to ask why I am not been call. The staff who see me in not checking me in not bring my file up . Staff definitely need to be ensured that they do know how to do the job. Time is very important I have spent over 2 hours here. But Dr are very nice I give 11 of of 10 for him .

3 June 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

We are sorry to learn of your experience. We are thankful for all patient feedback, and we take feedback such as that provided by you extremely seriously.

We are glad to hear you had such a positive experience with your Doctor, but we can only apologise about the wait you faced in clinic, and we would like to reflect with the members of staff involved with your recent experience in an effort to better understand those events, and to ensure that appropriate learnings are taken wherever they are identified.

If and when convenient to yourself, in order to discuss your concerns with a member of our team, we would invite you to call us on 0333 188 2937. Alternatively, you can provide us with more information via email by sending it to clinicalservices@aces-eyeclinic.co.uk

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Painless cataract procedure.

Had the cataract in my left eye sorted at Aces Wisbech and I cannot speak highly enough of the staff.
The assessment took about an hour to do the various tests and the procedure itself only took about 10 minutes and was for me, completely painless, with a total time at Aces of just over an hour.
As soon as my right eye needs doing, I will definitely go back to Aces.

18 May 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We are delighted to learn that your left eye cataract procedure was a painless success and that our Wisbech team was able to put you at ease.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a warm welcome

Had a warm welcome, staff friendly, and explained every test beforehand. Also cleaned each piece of equipment after each use. Then explained that I'll get a letter in about a week explaining the results and what will happen next.

19 May 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you for your review! We're glad our team made you feel welcome and provided clear explanations. We pride ourselves on maintaining high equipment standards.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Understanding and helpful

Understanding and helpful when changing appointment dates due to illness and bereavement. Friendly helpful staff. Smoothly run clinic

15 May 2026
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Reply from ACES Eye Clinic

Thank you for your kind words. We aim to make rescheduling stress-free during tough times. We're glad you found our clinic welcoming and well-run. We look forward to seeing you again!

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