Dr. Derek Ho
MA(Cantab) MBBS FRCOphth FEBO CertLRS
Ophthalmologist
12 years of experience
Cardiff, CF23 8XL
(+2 more)
9 connections in healthcare
12 years of experience
Cardiff, CF23 8XL
(+2 more)
9 connections in healthcare
About Dr. Derek Ho
Mr Derek Ho is a consultant ophthalmologist based in Cardiff, Wales, specialising in cataract surgery, refractive lens exchange, corneal transplantation, and other corneal and conjunctival procedures. He is also the Consultant Lead for Cataract Services at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. Alongside his NHS consultant work, he also practises privately at Spire Cardiff Hospital and Nuffield Health Cardiff Bay Hospital.
He is a high-volume cataract surgeon, performing and supervising approximately 100 cataract operations each month. For suitable private patients, he offers same-day bilateral cataract surgery using needle-free topical anaesthesia, allowing rapid visual recovery with minimal discomfort.
He graduated from the University of Cambridge and completed his ophthalmology training in Wales, followed by advanced fellowship training in cornea and anterior segment surgery at Bristol Eye Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital.
As a Fellow of both the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (UK) and the European Board of Ophthalmology, Mr Ho is a dual board-certified eye surgeon. He also holds the UK specialist certificate in laser and refractive surgery (CertLRS), reflecting his expertise in advanced vision correction techniques.
He is a Surgical Skills Faculty Trainer at the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, teaching and mentoring ophthalmology trainees nationally. Alongside his clinical work, he has authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications and regularly presents at national and international meetings. He is a member of UKISCRS and EuCornea.
Subspecialties
- Cataract Surgery
Areas of expertise
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 7419381
Education
University of Cambridge
Medicine
Graduated 2010
Publications
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15 / 03 / 2018
Stereoscopic Microsurgical Videography of Phacoemulsification Surgery
Published in JAMA Ophthalmology
13 / 11 / 2015
Interventions for trachoma trichiasis
Published in Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
01 / 08 / 2017
Voice-controlled virtual assistants for the older people with visual impairment
Published in Eye
12 / 02 / 2019
Using smartphone-delivered stereoscopic vision in microsurgery: a feasibility study - Eye
Published in Eye
Languages spoken
- English
- Cantonese
- Mandarin
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £200
- Follow-up appointment: £125
Insurers
- Self-pay only
- WPA
- Saga Health Insurance
- Bupa Fee Assured
- AXA Health
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
- Bupa
Location
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The Cardiff Bay, Dunleavy Drive, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF11 0SN
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Ground Floor Suite 2, Sanctus House, Olympus Business Park, Quedgeley, Gloucester, United Kingdom, GL2 4DH
Reviews
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Dr. Derek Ho provides a professional and reassuring experience, offering calm, clear explanations of procedures. Patients praise his surgical skills, noting he discusses various lens options like toric EMV implants, ensuring pain-free experiences and excellent vision results. The process is smooth and efficient, supported by helpful, friendly, and professional staff who give comfort and care. His expertise is in cataract surgery, giving transformative outcomes for many patients.
The whole experience was , done very professionally and with understanding as I was nervous and deaf .
Dr Ho explained every thing that he was doing throughout the procedure, was very helpful in explaining what my vision should be like after the procedure. He was also very informative when I asked for advice regarding my daughter having eye surgery.
Attentive staff and Exceptional care given by Dr Derek Ho. Delightful and caring young man.
All members if the staff were si kind to me and very reassuring.
The nurses and support staff were excellent in the preparation for surgery. When Dr Ho explained the process/procedure he was very clear, calm and reassuring.
All the staff receptionist clinical staff optometrists and surgeons are all very polite and professional
It was the second visit to have second eye done and the same as first time was very friendly and professional talking me through the prceedure very pleased l made sure I had the same surgeon as before thank you Derek
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What are Dr. Derek Ho's reviews like?
Dr. Derek Ho's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 48 reviews.
What languages does Dr. Derek Ho speak?
Dr. Derek Ho speaks English, Cantonese and Mandarin
Where is Dr. Derek Ho located?
Dr. Derek Ho primarily practices at Spire Cardiff Hospital, located at Croescadarn Rd, Pontprennau, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF23 8XL
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Dr. Derek Ho is working Thursday (14:00 - 16:00)
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