
Mr Sidath WijetillekaOphthalmology in Swansea
Professional statement
Mr Sidath Wijetilleka is a consultant ophthalmic surgeon based at Sana Private Health in Swansea. He is also the lead Vitreoretinal Consultant for the NHS at Singleton Hospital. His clinical specialities are cataract surgery, Premium lens exchange surgery, vitreoretinal surgery, macular holes, and epiretinal membrane surgery as well as YAG Laser treatments. As an expert in cataract and vitreoretinal surgery he often deals with complex cataract cases which other consultants refer to him across the region.
Mr Wijetilleka qualified with distinction from the University College London in 2010 and was awarded the Sir Thomas Lewis prize. He gained experience working across London before focusing on ophthalmology. He completed his ophthalmic training in South Wales over seven years before undertaking an advanced medical training fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at St James’ Hospital in Leeds.
Mr Wijetilleka has an active interest in the utilisation of premium lenses in cataract surgery bespoke to the need of the patient. Mr Wijetilleka has an active research interest in the management of retinal conditions such as macular holes and epiretinal membranes. In addition to his clinical practice, he has been published in and reviews for various international journals and has contributed to academic literature regarding vitreoretinal surgery. He is an honorary clinical lecturer at Swansea University, an examiner for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, and regularly lectures to optometrists and general practitioners, showcasing his passion for medical education.
Mr Wijetilleka qualified with distinction from the University College London in 2010 and was awarded the Sir Thomas Lewis prize. He gained experience working across London before focusing on ophthalmology. He completed his ophthalmic training in South Wales over seven years before undertaking an advanced medical training fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at St James’ Hospital in Leeds.
Mr Wijetilleka has an active interest in the utilisation of premium lenses in cataract surgery bespoke to the need of the patient. Mr Wijetilleka has an active research interest in the management of retinal conditions such as macular holes and epiretinal membranes. In addition to his clinical practice, he has been published in and reviews for various international journals and has contributed to academic literature regarding vitreoretinal surgery. He is an honorary clinical lecturer at Swansea University, an examiner for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, and regularly lectures to optometrists and general practitioners, showcasing his passion for medical education.
Clinics

Sana Private Health
Swansea, Axis Court, Mallard Way Riverside Business Park, SA7 0AJMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 17 years of experience
- Consultant ophthalmic surgeon, Sana Private Health (present)
Subspecialties
- Bespoke cataract surgery
- Multifocal lens surgery
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Ophthalmologists
- British and Irish Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons
Education
- Fellowship, Royal College of Ophthalmologists
- MBBS, University College London (2010)
Teaching posts
- Honorary clinical tutor, Swansea University
- Examiner, Royal College of Ophthalmologists
Publications and conferences
- Mr Wijetilleka's published research can be found on ResearchGate.
Prizes and awards
- Sir Thomas Lewis prize (2010)
Languages spoken
- English
- French
Registration number: 7090267
Reviews
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- Mr Wijetilleka is very friendly and approachable. He explained everything very clearly and made me feel at ease. I had an amazing result and I would highly recommend him as a surgeon.
- Mr Wijetilleka is very professional, kind and caring and patient. I would a hundred percent recommend him he is amazing!
- Having had 3 successful surgeries I can not praise Sid highly enough. He has been friendly, reassuring and supportive at all stages of my surgery and recovery. I would recommend him to anyone contemplating eye surgery. He is an absolute miracle worker!
- I was not looking forward to cataract surgery but Mr Wijetilleka’s confident friendly manner put me completely at ease. He explained in clear terms my options prior to surgery and during the procedure I was able to completely relax. I am delighted with the result.
- Fantastic surgeon, Mr Wijetilleka restored my sight from no sight to functioning vision. Absolute miracle worker! I would highly recommend him
- Supportive, friendly, caring and put me at ease at all times during stressful moments. I could not recommend Mr Wijetilleka highly enough
- Calm and friendly manner, made me fell totally relaxed and at ease during procedure and aftercare. Great surgeon, I would trust him trust him entirely with any surgery
- Great surgeon with calming influence and fantastic bedside manner. Mr Sid put me at ease during the operation and I felt very calm because of him.
- Good and friendly doctor who saved my sight with a great operation
- Superb care and attention from start to finish. Sid explained everything in detail and my macular hole operation was complete success. Aftercare was also excellent and Sid and the team could be contacted to relieve any concerns I had during recovery. First class care !