Mr Serafeim Antonakis

Mr Serafeim Antonakis is a highly regarded consultant ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon, who treats patients in Hampshire and Devon and the surrounding areas. With over 16 years of experience in both the UK and Greece, he has built a reputation as a trusted specialist in vitreoretinal and cataract surgery. He performs surgery for retinal detachment, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, floaters and complex cataracts. He also has a specialist interest in the medical and surgical treatment of diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration.

After qualifying in his native Greece, Mr Antonakis moved to the UK to develop his skills and experience. He completed his medical retina clinical research fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, before being awarded an honorary position in recognition of his fine work. He then worked at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust as a retinal fellow for two years, until his dedicated work was once again acknowleged, this time with the offer of a senior position. Mr Antonakis completed his final fellowship position at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust in London, before accepting the consultant position at University Hospital Southampton which he holds to this day.

He has been described as "a pleasure to work with" by his colleagues, while patients regularly commend him for his exceptional knowledge, kindness, patience and dedication. 

Mr Antonakis also dedicates a large portion of his time to educating, he currently assists students at the University of Southampton as both a clinical lecturer and a research project supervisor. He also regularly writes and contributes to various medical publications