Professional statement
Miss Zahra Ashena is a highly skilled consultant ophthalmic surgeon with a prominent presence in both London and Essex. She holds expertise in a wide range of eye conditions, offering expertise in cataracts, premium intraocular lenses, dry eyes, pterygium, corneal diseases, and keratoconus.
Miss Ashena holds an MD from Tehran University of Medical Sciences and a BSc in Holistic Medicine from the University of Westminster. She completed her ophthalmology training in Severn and KSS deaneries, following which she continued with two additional years of training, focusing on corneal diseases and complex cataract surgeries in Sussex eye Hospital, Brighton.
With over 2,300 successfully performed cataract surgeries, including lens-based procedures addressing astigmatism and presbyopia, Miss Ashena has demonstrated a remarkable surgical proficiency. Her contributions extend beyond clinical practice, as she actively engages in teaching and research. She currently serves as a teacher, trainer, and supervisor for North East London Ophthalmic Trainees, imparting her knowledge to the next generation of eye care professionals.
Miss Ashena's passion for clinical research is evident in her diverse research interests, spanning cataract surgery, intraocular lenses, refractive surgery, corneal diseases, and keratoconus. As a member of prestigious organisations such as the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, the UK & Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (UKISCRS), and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS), she continues to contribute to the advancement of ophthalmic knowledge.
Clinics
The Sloane Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
South London, 125 Albemarle Rd, Beckenham BR3 5HS ,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 21 years of experience
- Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust (present)
Subspecialties
- Routine and complex cataract surgery, using monofocal and premium intraocular lenses
- Corneal ectasia, including keratoconus
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Ophthalmologists
- UK & Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (UKISCRS)
Education
- MD, Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2005)
- BSc, Holistic Medicine, University of Westminster (2009)
Teaching posts
- Teacher, Trainer and Educational Supervisor, North East London Ophthalmic Trainees
- Teaching local optometrists
Positions in organisations
- Lead for Cataract service, Queen's Hospital
- Audit lead for the Ophthalmology Department, Queen's Hospital
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
Overall Rating
44 total reviews5.0
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- Very pleasant, professional. I felt a total trust in Miss Ashena and would recommend her most highly
- Extremely nice young doctor: took me at very short notice.
- No suggestions
- I would definitely recommend Dr Ashena to other people as she was very professional and as a senior citizen she did not make me feel like I was invisible or that I did not matter which is very important. She explained about my eyes and each procedure she did she explained everything to me. I am so pleased I chose her. Many thanks.
- She was compassionate and showed keen interest in my situation. She was very professional in her conduct and her willingness to collaborate with other experts gave me confidence in her work ethic
- Procedure carried out by Miss Asheena. This is my second cataract surgery by her, all went very well, she explained the procedure throughly at the beginning and kept me informed throughout. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending her to others considering cataract surgery
- Dr Ashena was professional, reassuring, empathetic and skilled.
- Absolutely no complaints.
- Miss Ashena was very professional and had a calm and positive approach. I feel she listened to my situation and questions and she gave me objective advice.
- Dr Ashena is my ophthalmic surgeon of choice as I proceed with cataract operations in circumstances which involve some risk. She is a real Professional!