Mr David Burton
BMedSci, MBChB, PGCert, MSc, FRCOphth.
16 years of experience
York, YO31 8TA
27 connections in healthcare
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by Mr Pouya Alaghband, Mr Mohammed Mohyudin and 4 other professionals
16 years of experience
York, YO31 8TA
27 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Pouya Alaghband, Mr Mohammed Mohyudin and 4 other professionals
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About Mr David Burton
Mr David Burton is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. He has a special interest Glaucoma, Cataract and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) and has performed over 1500 eye procedures to date. David is keen to explore developing technologies in the fight against glaucoma, embracing them into his clinical practice subject to rigorous safety checks.
David is a Yorkshire lad born and bred on the seven hills of Sheffield. Having trained initially as an Orthoptist graduating in 2004, David read medicine at the University of Sheffield, graduating in 2010, and undertook his postgraduate training at various hospitals in Yorkshire. He exchanged the white rose for that of red and completing his higher surgical training at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital (MREH), being awarded his certificate of completion of training (CCT) in 2019. He has completed an observership in Toronto, Canada with the world renowned Dr Ike Ahmed and undertook a Post-Certificate of Completion of Training fellowship at Guys & St Thomas’, London, England, under the tutelage of Mr Sheng Lim.
David has a keen interest in medical education and has held various roles in relation to teaching, training and the examination of medical undergraduates during his career to date. Outside of the UK he holds the post of an associate clinical lecturer for the Trinidad Eye Hospital.
David works at two NHS sites, spread across York Teaching Hospitals inclusive of Malton Community Hospital and holds an Honorary Consultant role at Harrogate and District Foundation Hospital.
Subspecialties
- Cataract Surgery
- Glaucoma
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 7072672
Education
The University of Sheffield
Medicine
Graduated 2010
Qualifications
Graduated in Orthoptics B.Med.Sci 2004
Graduated from Medical School MBChB 2010
Fellowship of the Royal College of Ophthalmology FRCOphth 2017
Cataract and Refractive Surgery PGDip 2022
MSc in Healthcare Leadership 2025
Substantive post as a Consultant Ophthalmologist with an interest in Cataract and Glaucoma 2020
Clinical Director for Ophthalmology at York and Scarborough Hospitals Feb 2021 to Present
Languages spoken
- English
Fees
New appointment
£350Follow-up appointment
£200
Locations
Nuffield Health York Hospital
Haxby Rd, York, United Kingdom, YO31 8TA
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AI Review Summary
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Mr David Burton is professional and clear in his interactions, ensuring patients feel at ease. He explains procedures such as cataract surgery, macular hole repair, and glaucoma treatment, so patients understand plans and expected outcomes. Patients report excellent care and satisfactory results, feeling informed and unhurried during consultations. Successful management and treatment of glaucoma and cataracts are reported highlights across patient experiences.
Thoroughly informative. Put at ease during consultation regarding procedure proposed
Very impressive man. Professional and assured.
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Seamless appointments and treatments from a very pleasant Mr. Burton.
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I am so pleased with My cataract surgery. When you are 78 and have restricted mobility it is thrilling to be able to read again. Liberating and life saving.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. I am delighted to hear how pleased you are with your cataract surgery and that you are now able to read again. I can appreciate how liberating this must feel, particularly when restricted mobility has made everyday activities more challenging. It is wonderful to know that the improvement in your vision has had such a positive and meaningful impact on your life. Thank you for placing your trust in my care. I wish you continued enjoyment of your improved vision and all the very best for the future.
The consultation and procedure were very well handled. I felt totally confident in Mr Burton. The day of the procedure involved a long wait because the ordered lens had not arrived until after I had been waiting 2 hours. The details I had provided at my pre op. Assessment had not been uploaded onto the system at admittance and the week long blood pressure readings I had submitted before were not also found on the system which rather defeated the purpose of supplying medical information.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a candid review. I am delighted to hear that you felt confident in my care and that both your consultation and procedure were well handled. I would also like to apologise for the delays and administrative issues you experienced on the day of your procedure. I appreciate how frustrating it must have been to wait for the arrival of your lens, and I understand your concerns regarding the information from your pre-operative assessment and blood pressure readings not being available when you were admitted. I have carefully reviewed your feedback and have learnt from this experience. In particular, we have worked with the team at Nuffield Health to improve processes around the timely ordering and availability of premium lenses, as well as ensuring that important patient information is accessible when required. Providing a smooth and reassuring patient journey is extremely important to us, and your feedback helps us continue to improve. Thank you again for your comments and for placing your trust in my care. I wish you all the very best with your recovery.
From first appointment until post operation discharge, Mr Burton was excellent. He talked me through the procedure and put me at my ease. He answered all my questions and gave reassurance that I would be cared for.
Thanks for your kind words. I’m so glad I made you feel at ease
Brilliant. Pleasant and successful.
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I am really thrilled with the results of my cataract/tweak for glaucoma surgery. The vision in my right eye is amazing. I walked into Mr Burton’s room this morning telling him that I didn’t care what he found when he looked at my eye today I was delighted with the results. Many,many thanks!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. I’m delighted to hear that you’re so pleased with the outcome of your combined cataract and glaucoma surgery and that your vision has improved so dramatically. It was a pleasure to look after you, and your kind words are greatly appreciated. Wishing you continued excellent vision and all the very best for the future.
Mr Burton is always positive and explains everything well.
Thank you for your kind feedback. I’m really pleased to hear that you found my positive approach helpful and that my explanations were clear. I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and I look forward to continuing to support patients like yourself in the future
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Skill Endorsements
Great surgeon! Very courteous and adept surgeon.
24 May 2026MA
Mr Pouya Alaghband
OphthalmologistMr Burton is a brilliant ophthalmologist with a specialist interest in complex glaucoma and cataract surgery.
01 Feb 2026
Mr Mohammed Mohyudin
OphthalmologistI also had a hand in training. Dr Burton is at the top of his profession, approachable, astute and a decision maker.
29 Dec 2025
Mr Robert H Taylor
OphthalmologistDavid is a kind and caring clinician with a vast experience in cataract and glaucoma surgery. I would recommend him highly to friends and colleagues.
02 Sep 2025
Mr Edward Ridyard
Ophthalmologist
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Mr David Burton's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 76 reviews.
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Mr David Burton speaks English
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Mr David Burton primarily practices at Nuffield Health York Hospital, located at Haxby Rd, York, United Kingdom, YO31 8TA
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