MBChb (Honours) FRCOphth CertLRS
18 years of experience
Hull, HU10 7AZ
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18 years of experience
Hull, HU10 7AZ
(+3 more)
10 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Abdallah Ellabban
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Mr. Steven George Naylor assumed the role of Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon in 2017, specialising in cataract and lens surgery. With a primary focus on cataract surgery, he undertakes some of the most complex cases at York Teaching Hospital, his NHS base.
His expertise includes general and emergency ophthalmology, with a particular emphasis on cataract surgery. Mr. Naylor has undergone specialised training to offer advanced lens implants such as toric, multifocal, and extended depth of focal lenses, aimed at enhancing patients' independence from spectacles post-surgery.
In addition to his work in cataract surgery, Mr. Naylor provides emergency eye care and manages acute, serious eye conditions on a regular basis. Having conducted over 5,000 ophthalmic operations or procedures to date, Mr. Naylor has performed over 3,500 cataract operations in both NHS and private practice settings. He received subspecialty training in corneal, external eye disease, and refractive surgery at St James' University Teaching Hospital in Leeds, one of Europe's largest teaching hospitals.
Mr. Naylor holds the prestigious CertLRS qualification (Certificate in Laser and Refractive Surgery, awarded by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists in 2017). He serves on the national advisory panel for the Royal College of Ophthalmology National Ophthalmology Database of UK Cataract Surgery and holds the position of clinical lead for cataract surgery at York Teaching Hospital NHS Trust.
A member of the United Kingdom and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, Mr. Naylor remains dedicated to advancing the field of ophthalmology and providing exceptional care to his patients.
in February 2025, Mr Naylor was delighted to be appointed an NHS lead Consultant for Optegra having been working with Optegra since December 2023 performing high volume NHS cataract surgery.
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Royal College of Ophthalmologists
No. 7772
European Society Of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
No. 607197
UK and Ireland Society for Cataract & Refractive Surgery
No. 607197
General Medical Council
No. 7015480
MB ChB 2008 University of Leeds
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£195Follow-up appointment
£95Classic Hospital Hull & East Riding Lowfield Road, Hull, United Kingdom, HU10 7AZ
Units 1-3, Maingate Kingsway North, Gateshead, United Kingdom, NE11 0BE
Optegra Eye Clinic Bowcliffe Hall Yorkshire Bowcliffe Hall Bramham, Wetherby, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS23 6LP
1, Tudor Court, York Business Park, York, United Kingdom, YO26 6RS
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Mr Steven Naylor is professional and reassuring, providing clear explanations to patients. Patients comment on being put at ease during consultations and procedures, particularly for cataract surgery, including complex cases and lens replacement with options like EDOF lenses. He ensures patients feel listened to and understood, with many expressing delight regarding their excellent vision. Mr Naylor also provides care for conditions like Fuchs Dystrophy. Patient feedback highlights successful cataract procedures resulting in excellent vision.
Eyes are precious so of course you must consider your options carefully before contemplating surgery. Steven Naylor was recommended to me by a friend who had had a great experience with him. His performance statistics are excellent. He has considerable NHS experience to underpin his private practice and, from my initial consultation, it was clear that he is passionate about achieving the best possible outcome for his patients. I knew that my eyes were in safe hands with him. I have worn glasses since early childhood, with a complex prescription that has deteriorated in recent years. I wasn't sure what improvement to my eye sight would be possible. Steven Naylor has achieved near perfect vision for me. I have reading glasses but day to day don't need glasses any more. It is literally life changing for me. I am extremely grateful to him and can't recommend him highly enough.
i was apprehensive about the whole episode, but Steven from start to finish, dealt with me in a very reassuring but professional manner. made me aware of potential risks and hopefully rewards in the pre op appointments. Then when the procedure/op day arrived, Steven and his team made me feel relaxed, and made me feel which i very much needed at the time due to nerves reassured and that they all had my well being at the very front of their actions and words. the op went well with no complaints at all, post op my eye was sore as expected, the right eye drops were given and my recovery went well. i would highly recommend, and i will be forever grateful. i consider myself lucky to have been in Stevens care.
This was my second cataract operation by Mr Naylor. Whilst in theatre, it transpired that an additional procedure was required. Mr Naylor explained what was happening throughout, and I was thoroughly reassured. Mr Naylor saw me in person the following day (despite it being a weekend) to check that everything was ok with the eye. I can wholeheartedly recommend him.
The whole experience was positive from reception to discharge. Mr Naylor clearly explained the whole procedure, taking into account my wishes, excellent pre and post operative care
I am 3 weeks post surgery to remove cateracts from both eyes and lens replacement under the care of Mr Naylor. The surgery on both eyes was done at the same time, with no problems. All aspects of the procedure were explained in a caring and professional manner. I am thrilled with the result and am so pleased I went ahead with this. I have no hesitation in recommending Mr Naylor to others considering cateract surgery. Thank you
I have seen Mr. NAYLOR a total of 6 times of which two were for consultation only. However on all occasions the staff first Nuffield in York and later at Spire Healthcare in Hull were efficient, polite and informative.

Thank you for taking the time to leave some feedback. I am so pleased your experience was positive. All the best, Mr N
I have recently had immediately sequential cataract surgery under the care of Mr Naylor.not only have the results been beyond my expectations, the whole experience both pre op and surgery was excellent.Mr Naylor was extremely helpful and explained the whole process perfectly.simply put I couldn’t be more pleased that he performed my surgery Many thanks

You are very welcome. I am happy you are happy! Best wishes, Mr N
I had early cataracts but with some significant symptoms with glare from low sun and less than perfect sight when driving at night. I chose Steve because I knew would give me an honest opinion as to whether there was enough cataract to warrant surgery. (even though going to see him involved a round trip of 400 miles) Really good initial consultation with great care given to all the measurements that need to be made to give best post-operative visual results. We discussed the type of intraocular lenses that would suit me best and I choose the Extended Depth of Focus (EDOF) lens for both eyes in the expectation that this would give me good vision for distance and some basic near vision although I would have to wear glasses for reading small print. I elected to have surgery to both eyes under topical anaesthesia (drops alone) on the same day and despite some pre op anxiety on my part once I was on the table Steve's calm manner put me at ease and the surgery was uneventful. The following day my vision was very good and I resumed driving after 4 days. With both eyes open I have excellent distance vision (6/6) and good near vision (I can read a mobile phone without glasses) but I do need reading glasses for small print if the light is very poor or the print colour is sub-optimal. My difficulties with glare and driving at night have disappeared and bird spotting is a lot easier. I am delighted with the result.

Many thanks for leaving such a thorough review. I am so pleased with how things have settled. All the best, Mr N
I am delighted with the result following cataract surgery and vision improvement. He understood the result I would like and has given me a gift in improving my vision. He was easy to talk to, friendly and supportive.
Thank you for being my eye consultant and surgeon when you recently operated on cataracts in both my eyes under general anaesthetic. at York hospital. I can’t thank you enough. You have amazing skills indeed and I am fortunate to have benefitted from your expertise. Not only this but you realised how nervous I was. You listened to me and put me at ease and as a result you gave me the outcome I needed. The booklet that you wrote was a very helpful reference too. An enormous’Thank yiy’

An absolute privilege. Best wishes Mr N
Mr. Naylor is an experienced cataract and corneal surgeon. He is an extremely kind & caring consultant. He uses the latest technology in his surgery. I would happily recommend him to both friends and family.
29 Apr 2024
Mr Abdallah Ellabban
Ophthalmologist
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Mr Steven Naylor's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 55 reviews.
What languages does Mr Steven Naylor speak?
Mr Steven Naylor speaks English
Where is Mr Steven Naylor located?
Mr Steven Naylor primarily practices at Spire Hull & East Riding Hospital, located at Classic Hospital Hull & East Riding Lowfield Road, Hull, United Kingdom, HU10 7AZ
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Mr Steven Naylor is working Thursday (09:00 - 12:00), Friday (08:00 - 12:30)
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