Mr James Self
Ophthalmologist
Southampton, SO16 6UY
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24 years of experience
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Verified profile
24 years of experience
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Patient Trust Score
70 recommendations for:
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21 Feb 2024
Dr Self is a highly accomplished clinician and scientist. He is friendly and approachble, and...
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About
Mr James Edward Self is a Consultant Ophthalmologist internationally recognised as an expert in General Paediatric Ophthalmology, Paediatric Cataract, Nystagmus and Ophthalmic Genetics. He is also the Associate Professor of Paediatric Ophthalmology at the University of Southampton. He is based at Southampton General Hospital and also sees private patients at South Eye Clinic in Spire Southampton Hospital.
He obtained his medical degree at the University of Southampton in 1999 followed by his PhD in Ophthalmic Genetics at the same university in 2009. He became a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists in 2012. With so many years of experience in his field, Mr Self is an accomplished and experienced ophthalmologist.
Alongside his clinical work, Mr Self undertakes lots of teaching including optometrists, orthoptists and other ophthalmologists through various national and international teaching programs. He also holds a number of regional and national roles, including the following:
- Founding member of Nystagmus UK
- Section Editor for EYE Journal
- NIHR CSG Lead for Neuro-Ophthalmology and Paediatric Ophthalmology
- Lead for Undergraduate Ophthalmology training at the University of Southampton
Mr Self also leads a paediatric research group with a particular focus on nystagmus and albinism. The group focuses on investigating novel diagnostic modalities and treatment discovery in addition to translation of research findings into clinical services.
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Children's Vision Development (16%)
- Eye Problem (11%)
- Squints (10%)
- Paediatric Ophthalmology (9%)
- Ophthalmology (6%)
- Others (49%)
Subspecialties
- Paediatric Ophthalmology
All conditions and treatments
- Eye Problem
- Children's Vision Development
- Squints
- Amblyopia
- Blepharitis
- Double Vision
- Eye Problems
- Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
- Vision Problems
- Binocular Vision
- Glasses
- New Eye Exam
- Eye Test
- Independent Prescriber
- Low Vision Assessment
- Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT)
- Orthoptics
- Paediatric Optometry
- Routine Eye Exam
- Urgent Eye Care
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4625661
Qualifications
BM - University of Southampton, UK in 1999
PhD in Ophthalmic Genetics - University of Southampton, UK in 2009
FRCOphth - Royal College of Ophthalmologists, UK in 2012
languages spoken
- English
consultation fees
- New appointment: £240
- Follow-up appointment: £120
insurers
- health-on-line
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Simply Health
- Healix
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Bupa
- WPA
- The Exeter
- Cigna
- Norwich Union
- Aviva Health
- Vitality Health
- AXA PPP Healthcare
Location
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Chalybeate Close, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6UY
Chalybeate Close, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6UY
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
17 reviews
5
Jay was great with my daughter and explained everything really well for me. I left feeling confident I’d understood her situation and she was excited to come again in 6 months.
5
Very nice person and explained clearly about my daughter's eye problem and way forward to rectify it
5
Very informative, great manner and gave us excellent guidance
5
Very friendly, professional and thorough. Great with kids as well.
5
As the parent of two children with OCA with Nystagmus, I have seen many ophthalmologists both in the U.K. and when we lived in the USA. Mr Self has that rare ability to help a parent understand how their child is affected in their daily life by their specific condition. So many specialists can diagnose and tell you facts/statistics but Mr Self was able to help me to better understand the practical meaning of my children’s condition so that I could help them navigate the demands of school and anticipate hurdles so that they could have the most independent lives they could given their condition.
5
Mr. Self has always been kind, informative and helpful. He has explained my condition to me so I can fully understand the science behind it and how it affects me in my daily life. He has always helped me when trying to fight for equality and understanding of my condition through my school and university career, for which I am extremely grateful.
5
We were really pleased on how the appointment went. James was very engaging with our little one and explained the course of action to us parents clearly in laymen terms.
5
My beautiful son unfortunately has multiple severe health conditions and is therefore under numerous consultants. Whilst they are incredible as was Dr Self, he gave us the (I find rare) feeling we could ask anything without feeling as though under time constraint and ensured I fully understood what I came in for prior to leaving. Also really appreciated such a warm approach to both myself as the parent but obviously Dylan.
5
Very professional and knowledgeable
5
Our experience of Dr Self is very positive. Our 6 year old has been a patient for the last 12 months with multiple appointments. Dr Self is always highly approachable, professional and informative.
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5 endorsements
Dr Self is a highly accomplished clinician and scientist. He is friendly and approachble, and this makes him a superb paediatric ophthalmologist - he has a lovely manner with children (and their parents). He is meticulously thorough, and takes time to answer any questions you may have for him.
21 Feb 2024Dr Philip Alexander
OphthalmologyJames is a very skilled ophthalmologist and has special competence in the diagnosis and treatment of nystagmus . He is very highy recommended
04 Aug 2023Mr Saurabh Jain
OphthalmologyJay is a well respected Associate Professor at the University Hospital Southampton. His expertise includes nystagmus, cataract surgery in young children, strabismus and genetic conditions. We share interesting and challenging cases. He is supported by the Orthoptists team and is loved by children due to his nature and his way of letting them feel at ease.
15 Sep 2022Dr Gabriella De Salvo
OphthalmologyJay and I have worked together as juniors and consultants for 20 years. He is extremely personable, down to earth and professional. He has a passion for research. He is a highly skilled paediatric eye doctor and I would highly recommend him
27 Apr 2022Mr Stephen Lash
OphthalmologyMost recent videos
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FAQ
What are Mr James Self's reviews like?
Mr James Self's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 17 reviews
What languages does Mr James Self speak?
Mr James Self speaks English
Where is Mr James Self located?
Mr James Self primarily practices at Spire Southampton Hospital, located at Chalybeate Close, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6UY
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What are Mr James Self working hours?
Mr James Self is working Saturday (08:30 - 13:00, 08:30 - 13:00)
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