
Mr Ulrich Meyer-Bothling
Ophthalmology in Chertsey, Woking, West London and Cobham
Professional statement
Mr Ulrich Meyer-Bothling is a renowned consultant ophthalmic surgeon, founding member and past medical director of the Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Service in Surrey. He specialises in the treatment of complex cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and refractive lens surgery, though he provides wide-ranging treatments of many ophthalmic conditions.
Mr Ulrich Meyer-Bothling originally studied in Hamburg, Germany where he obtained his medical degree and research PhD. He continued his studies at the University of Oxford, where he was awarded a Master of Science degree, and at Yale University and the University of Melbourne. He completed a fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, before being appointed consultant ophthalmic surgeon at Ashford and St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. He provides a number of private clinics in Surrey, Middlesex and West London.
Mr Meyer-Bothling has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in medical journals, and has led a number of research projects in his field.
Clinics

The Runnymede Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
Chertsey, Guildford Road, Ottershaw, Lyne, KT16 0RQMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 37 years of experience
- Consultant Ophthalmologist, Runnymede Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Cataract
- Complex lens surgery
Professional memberships
- Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists
- Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
Education
- MD, University of Hamburg
- PhD, University of Hamburg
Positions in organisations
- Former Clinical Director and founding member, Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Service, Surrey
Prizes and awards
- Meyer-Bothling U: Pathological findings in ophthalmology. In: OPHDA – Ophthalmology Photo Databank. Alcon. Georg Thieme Verlag Stuttgart und Enke Verlag Stuttgart, 1998.
Languages spoken
- German
- English
Reviews
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- There is nothing for me to criticise about Ulrich or his Clinic. His after-care following my two cataract operations was exemplary.
- I couldn’t have been happier with my surgeon, Mr Meyer-Bothling. I knew my eyes were in expert hands. The nursing staff at Cobham Day Surgery were very professional yet available for any questions. I was a little nervous at first but instantly felt at ease because everyone knew what they were doing. In the waiting room on the ward there was friendly chatter amongst us.
- I trust my valuable eyes to no one else. Ulrich is a "gold standard" consultant who I have been meeting since 2014, and he can be trusted implicity on the advice and course of any treatment if necessary. Extremely personable, and ever welcoming, I recommend Ulrich wholeheartedly and without reservation.
- Excellent consultation. Clearly explained his findings, possible next steps and pros and cons.
- Welcoming, professional , understanding and thorough.
- Exceptional service from the moment I walked into reception, was taken to my room attended by a nurse and Doctor. Everything and everyone was brilliant.
- I would definitely recommend him. Prompt, bedside manner, friendliness of all of the staff, facilities, quality of the treatment and care, follow up call the next morning to check that I was ok, all excellent.
- Always an excellent consultation/treatment. Mr Myers-Bothling always provides complete clarity with explanations on diagnosis and treatment. I would highly recommend as all positive experience over the fast few years. The Nuffield hospital at Woking is a good hospital where the staff are polite and attentive with good facilities. Very little waiting time in consultation room. Comfortable waiting rooms with beverages and modern equipment to facilitate treatment.