Ophthalmologists

By using the telephone number provided by TOP DOCTORS, you automatically agree to let us use your phone number for statistical and commercial purposes. For further information, read our Privacy policy

Professional statement

Mr Amit Patel is a renowned consultant ophthalmologist who specialises in Cataract and Corneal surgery. Working in a number of clinics across Birmingham and Warwickshire, Mr Patel provides a wide range of surgical treatments, including cataract removal, refractive lens exchange, multifocal intraocular lenses, corneal transplant, collagen crosslinking and laser vision correction. Mr Patel graduated in Medicine from the University of Wales, then pursued postgraduate training in Wales, Yorkshire and London. His receipt of the prestigious Pfizer Ophthalmic Fellowship enabled Mr Patel to acquire further experience with world-renowned surgeons in Italy and Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, and to complete advanced specialty training in corneal transplant and laser refractive surgery. As Consultant Ophthalmologist at the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, Mr Patel leads the Cataract and Corneal Service and has established corneal transplant surgery at the Trust. He is Honorary Senior Lecturer at Aston University and is the author of numerous research papers in peer reviewed journals and book chapters in ophthalmology. His current research interests include lamellar corneal transplant techniques, keratoconus, and improving outcomes in cataract surgery. Mr Patel has been invited to present his research at national and international conferences, and is the recipient of numerous awards for his outstanding clinical work.

*Translated with Google translator. We apologize for any imperfection

By using the telephone number provided by TOP DOCTORS, you automatically agree to let us use your phone number for statistical and commercial purposes. For further information, read our Privacy policy

Professional statement

Miss Vickie Lee is a Consultant Ophthalmic and Oculoplastic Surgeon at Imperial College and London North West Healthcare NHS Trusts. She is also an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the Imperial College School of Medicine. A Cambridge University graduate, she undertook training in London before taking up her NHS consultant post in 2002. She has an extensive interest in orbital trauma and thyroid eye disease, and specialises in treatment of all eyelid conditions (including cosmetic), watering and dry eyes, and is part a small group of lacrimal specialists who are highly experienced in performing endonasal dacryocystorhinstomy for tear duct obstruction. She also works closely with an extensive network of leading specialists from other medical and surgical disciplines to ensure her patients can access the best multi-disciplinary care possible.   Alongside her clinical work, Miss Lee is dedicated to education, both for the medical students at Imperial College and for the future generation of ophthalmologists. She has been an invited lecturer at many national and international conferences and has published original research in many peer reviewed journals. She is a Founder Member and executive committee member of the British Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery Society (BOPSS). Miss Lee is recognised by all major medical insurance schemes.

*Translated with Google translator. We apologize for any imperfection

By using the telephone number provided by TOP DOCTORS, you automatically agree to let us use your phone number for statistical and commercial purposes. For further information, read our Privacy policy

Professional statement

Mr Scott Robbie is a renowned consultant ophthalmologist at Guy’s and St. Thomas’ Hospitals specialising in cornea, cataract, external diseases and refractive surgery. He has over 15 years’ experience in ophthalmology with over 3000 cataract surgeries performed and more than 30 peer-reviewed publications. He trained at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust where he completed two years of advanced corneal surgical training and a further two years as a consultant in cornea, cataract and external diseases before joining the team at Guy’s and St. Thomas’ in 2017. He obtained further experience as a visiting consultant at University of Iowa Hospitals in the United States in 2015. Mr Robbie has a PhD in Genetics, undertaken at the world-renowned UCL Institute of Ophthalmology, where he was involved in the first gene therapy trial for an eye condition and engaged in collaborations with GlaxoSmithKline and the University of Bristol, amongst others. As a prestigious National Institute for Health Research Clinical Lecturer at Moorfields he obtained funding to develop a translational project examining the use of gene therapy viral vectors to treat corneal neovascularisation and he continues to work on this as a Research Associate at University College London. A career highlight was being selected as one of the eye surgeons responsible for providing care to athletes in the Athlete’s Village at the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics. He maintains a broad research interest that encompasses novel therapeutics and intraocular lens technologies, most recently lens technology developed to improve visual outcomes in patients with macular disease undergoing cataract surgery.

*Translated with Google translator. We apologize for any imperfection

By using the telephone number provided by TOP DOCTORS, you automatically agree to let us use your phone number for statistical and commercial purposes. For further information, read our Privacy policy

Professional statement

Mr Alexander Ionides is a leading consultant ophthalmologist with expertise in laser eye surgery, small incision cataract surgery, clear lens extraction, and phakic lens implantation. Mr Ionides qualified in 1989 after his training at University College London medical school, and went on to train in ophthalmology at Great Ormond Street Hospital before joining the world-renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital in 1992.  Mr Ionides has a strong interest in research, obtaining an MD in cataract genetics and lens research at the Institute of Ophthalmology. He has published numerous papers and has contributed to research and development in both cataract and lens surgery. With a background in both research and many years of practice, Mr Ionides is considered to be one of the best laser eye surgeons in the UK, providing an exceptional level of care and expertise.  Mr Ionides holds the position of honorary senior lecturer and honorary consultant at St George's hospital, and is frequently invited to speak at meetings on both a national and international level. 

*Translated with Google translator. We apologize for any imperfection

By using the telephone number provided by TOP DOCTORS, you automatically agree to let us use your phone number for statistical and commercial purposes. For further information, read our Privacy policy

Professional statement

Mr Praveen Patel is an internationally recognised London ophthalmologist specialising in age-related macular degeneration (AMD), retinal vein occlusion and diabetic retinopathy. He is known for his outstanding patient care, and his expertise in treating macular diseases, particularly AMD, a condition which he is actively involved in researching. He was awarded the Moorfields Research Medal for his work in the British Medical Journal on AMD, and is a member of various ophthalmological organisations. Mr Patel is one of the lead consultants for clinical trials in macular disease at Moorfields Eye Hospital, where he also has his private practice.

*Translated with Google translator. We apologize for any imperfection

By using the telephone number provided by TOP DOCTORS, you automatically agree to let us use your phone number for statistical and commercial purposes. For further information, read our Privacy policy

Professional statement

Dr Annegret Dahlmann-Noor is a leading ophthalmologist based in London at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital. After receiving her medical training in France and Germany, Dr Dahlmann-Noor specialised as an ophthalmologist, working across a number of leading hospitals in the United Kingdom.  Dr Dahlmann-Noor specialises in paediatric ophthalmology, as well as amblyopia, blepharitis and strabismus. Her current research focuses on new treatments for lazy eye and short eyesightness (myopia). Additionally, Dr Dahlmann-Noor is a member of a number of renowned medical bodies, including the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh.

*Translated with Google translator. We apologize for any imperfection

By using the telephone number provided by TOP DOCTORS, you automatically agree to let us use your phone number for statistical and commercial purposes. For further information, read our Privacy policy

Professional statement

Mr Daniel Ezra is an expert consultant ophthalmic and oculoplastic surgeon based at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, where he is also head of the oculoplastic, orbital and lacrimal research programme. As a leading expert in his field, Mr Ezra specialises in all aspects of lacrimal and eyelid surgery, with particular expertise in functional and aesthetic surgical procedures. His skills as an oculoplastic surgeon were developed through his advanced subspecialty training at both Moorfields Eye Hospital, and as an Interface Fellow in Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery, where he trained in plastic surgery, ENT surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, and dermatology. His position of Honorary Lecturer at the UCL Institute of Opthalmology reflects his strong interest in education - he frequently lectures both nationally and internationally, and is actively involved in the surgical training of medical students. Mr Ezra regularly speaks at international meetings, and is widely published, with numerous papers and book chapters to his name. 

*Translated with Google translator. We apologize for any imperfection

By using the telephone number provided by TOP DOCTORS, you automatically agree to let us use your phone number for statistical and commercial purposes. For further information, read our Privacy policy

Professional statement

With over 20 years of experience, Professor Chris Hammond is a leading surgeon treating ophthalmological diseases like myopia, squint and cataracts in adults and children. He has won several fellowships and awards including the prestigious NIHR Senior Research Fellowship in 2008 for his innovative and ground-breaking research. He currently serves as Frost Chair of Ophthalmology, King’s College London, and can be found at his private clinic or at St. Thomas' Hospital, London.

*Translated with Google translator. We apologize for any imperfection

By using the telephone number provided by TOP DOCTORS, you automatically agree to let us use your phone number for statistical and commercial purposes. For further information, read our Privacy policy

Professional statement

Mr Alex Shortt is a specialist in cataract surgery, corneal transplant, laser eye surgery and LASIK. He worked at Moorfields Eye Hospital for 14 years and has become an expert in these fields. Mr Shortt specialises in using stem cell transplants with patients requiring reconstruction of the eye and has performed hundreds of corneal transplants and thousands of cataract surgeries, vastly improving the quality of life for his patients. He lectures at the University College London and NIHR Biomedical Research Centre for Ophthalmology. He also actively lectures throughout Europe and has published numerous research articles. Mr Shortt has won several awards for his research work.

*Translated with Google translator. We apologize for any imperfection