Specialities
Approved insurers
Bupa
WPA
Consultant ophthalmologist
25+ years’ experience
300+ yearly procedures
£95 consultation
Practice Plus Group Google rating
Yit Chiun Yang
Mr Yit Chiun Yang is a highly experienced consultant ophthalmologist and retinal specialist, providing expert care in retina, uveitis, general ophthalmology, and cataract surgery. He combines technical skill with a patient-centred approach, ensuring each patient feels informed, supported, and confident throughout their treatment.
Biography
Mr Yang has been a full-time consultant at Wolverhampton Eye Infirmary since 1998. He uses his extensive clinical experience to perform cataract surgery and manage complex retinal conditions, tailoring care to each patient’s individual needs. He has been actively involved in research throughout his career, publishing over 130 peer-reviewed papers, and contributing to advances in ophthalmology.
As a senior clinician, Mr Yang also supports hospital administration and clinical governance, helping maintain safe, effective, and high-quality services. He believes every condition affects patients differently, and emphasises treating one eye at a time and one patient at a time to achieve the best outcomes.
Procedures
Expert in ophthalmology
Mr Yang specialises in ophthalmology
Expert in retina and cataract
Mr Yang specialises in retina and cataract
Expert in cataract surgery
Mr Yang specialises in cataract surgery
Qualifications
MBChB
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, University of Aberdeen, 1988
FRCOphth
Fellow of Royal College of Ophthalmologists, 1993
CCST
Certificate of Completion of Training, UK, 1998
About me
£95 consultation
Includes in-depth treatment plan
Languages
Chinese, English
2023
Started at Practice Plus Group
Hobbies and interests
Mr Yang enjoys tennis, walks and off-roading
Learn more about Yit Chiun Yang
Mr Yang accepts self- pay, private medical insurance and NHS patients. Book an appointment today.
A private consultation with Mr Yang costs just £95. This price includes: an in-depth consultation, and a tailored treatment plan – no GP referral needed, simply call 0330 053 6443. Alternatively, you can fill out the enquiry form on this page.
Mr Yang’s approach to patient care
Every condition affects patients differently. We have to provide care individually one eye at a time and one patient at a time.
Mr Yang’s specialist training
I completed my ophthalmology training within 8 years in the Liverpool training rotation.
Mr Yang’s memberships, fellowships and teachings
• Fellow of Royal College of Ophthalmologists, 1993
• Clinical lecturer, University of Liverpool, 1996 to 1998
• Clinical and education supervisor roles, Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, 1998 to present
• Post graduate teaching lead, School of Ophthalmology, West Midlands School of Ophthalmology, 2010 to 2019
• Undergraduate trainer in Ophthalmology, Birmingham University, Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, 2000 to present
Mr Yang’s prizes and awards
Trainer of the Year award- 2022
Mr Yang’s research and publications
• The effect of trabeculectomy on pulsatile ocular blood flow.
Y C Yang and M F Hulbert. British Journal of Ophthalmology 1995:79: 507-8.
• Binocular diplopia caused by a pterygium. Y C Yang, and P Shah. British Orthoptic Journal 1995; 52: 50 -2.
• Outcome of cataract surgery by junior ophthalmologists. Y C Yang, J F Kirwan, P Foster, and A M Pereira. EYE 1995; 9 : 22-5.
• Rationale behind the choice of topical beta-blocker in glaucoma. C Rene, Y C Yang, P I Murray. The Pharmaceutical Journal 1996; 256: 276-277.
• Influence of epinephrine and hyalyronidase on the changes in pulsatile ocular blood flow during retrobulbar injection of lignocaine. M F Hulbert, Y C Yang, P M Pennefather, J C Moore. IOVS Abstract 1996:37;3;S32 (p142)
• The rules of third nerve palsy in children. Y C Yang, D E Laws and A Chandna. EYE 1996: 10; 646-647.
• Surgical approach to inferior oblique weakening procedures. A Chandna and Y C Yang. EYE 1996: 10; 626-628.
• The rules of third nerve palsy in children. (Letter) Y C Yang, EYE 1997: 11; 762.
• Pulsatile ocular blood flow in untreated choroidal melanoma. Y C Yang, D Kent, C Fenerty and B E Damato. EYE 1997: 11; 331-4.
• The effectiveness of inferior oblique Z-plasty in V-pattern strabismus due to primary inferior oblique overaction. Y C Yang, A Ward, S Collur, A Chandna. British Orthoptic Journal 1997:54;48-50.
£47 per month for cataract surgery*
*Representative example: The total amount of credit £1,995.00. Total charge for credit £787.80. Total amount repayable £2,782.80. Repayable by 60 monthly payments of £46.38. Representative 14.90% APR. Example based upon treatment costing £1,995.00 repayable over 60 months. Acceptance is subject to status. T&Cs apply.
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“I am committed to excellence in retinal care, surgery, and clinical leadership.”
Mr Yang
Consultant ophthalmologist
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FAQs about the consultant
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Where is Yit Chiun Yang located?
Yit Chiun Yang practises at Barlborough
Does Yit Chiun Yang accept new patients?
Yes, Yit Chiun Yang is always happy to welcome new patients for Eye treatments.
Does Yit Chiun Yang accept insured patients?
Yes, Yit Chiun Yang accepts insured patients. The approved insurers are:
BupaWPA
Does Yit Chiun Yang accept self-pay patients?
Yes, Yit Chiun Yang is happy to welcome patients seeking Eye treatments via the self-pay route.
Does Yit Chiun Yang accept NHS patients?
Yes, Yit Chiun Yang accepts NHS Eye treatments patients.
Do I need a referral to see Yit Chiun Yang?
If you are seeking treatment via the self-pay route, you won’t need a GP referral. NHS patients will need a referral from their GP to access a consultation with Yit Chiun Yang.
Can I pay to see Yit Chiun Yang?
Yes. An initial consultation with Yit Chiun Yang costs £95. This usually takes place a couple of weeks after making your booking enquiry.
What can I expect during my consultation with Yit Chiun Yang?
First, Yit Chiun Yang will need to diagnose your issue and figure out your treatment options.
This will likely involve an in-depth consultation, any eye imaging required on the day (all eye imaging is painless), and a tailored treatment plan.
How much does it cost to see Yit Chiun Yang?
It costs £95 to have an initial consultation with Yit Chiun Yang.