Mrs Veronica Ferguson
CVO, MB,BS, FRCS, FRCOphth
43 years of experience
London, W1G 6AA
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51 connections in healthcare
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by Mr Mukhtar Bizrah, Mr Ahmad Aziz
43 years of experience
London, W1G 6AA
(+2 more)
51 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Mukhtar Bizrah, Mr Ahmad Aziz
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About Mrs Veronica Ferguson
Veronica Ferguson is a highly experienced Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon and Honorary Senior Lecturer at Imperial College London. She studied Medicine at Guy's Hospital London University before completing her specialist training in ophthalmology in London, Southampton and Glasgow.
In 1996, she was appointed Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, one of the UK’s leading academic health science centres, where she has contributed to both patient care and medical education.
Mrs Ferguson served as Surgeon Oculist to Queen Elizabeth II from 2018 until 2022, having previously held the role of Surgeon Oculist to the Royal Household from 2002.
Her clinical practice includes the assessment and management of a wide range of ophthalmic conditions. She sees patients with both urgent and routine concerns, including unexplained visual loss, double vision, optic nerve disorders, peripheral vision problems, strabismus (squint), and neurological eye conditions. She performed routine and complex cataract surgery until 2023. She now performs regular surgical procedures, with a particular focus on adult strabismus surgery, and provides botulinum toxin treatment under EMG guidance for eye muscle disorders, including double vision and squint.
Subspecialties
- Neuro-Ophthalmology
- Emergency Ophthalmology
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 2839563
Education
Royal Free Hospital School of Medicine, University of London
Neurosurgery, Resident doctor
Graduated 1985
Qualifications
- Guy's Hospital Medical School, London (MB BS)
- Southampton Ophthalmology training
- Glasgow Ophthalmology training
- London Ophthalmology higher specialist training
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- National Friendly
- General and Medical
- Saga Health Insurance
- The Exeter
- Cigna
- Aetna
- Benenden Health
- Bupa Global
- Freedom Health Insurance
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- WPA
- Healix Health Services
- AXA Health
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
Fees
New appointment
£350Follow-up appointment
£300
Locations
King Edward VII's Hospital
5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
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Charing Cross Hospital | Private Patients
Charing Cross Hospital Fulham Palace Road, London, UK, W6 8RF
Western Eye Hospital
153-173 Marylebone Road, London, United Kingdom, NW1 5QH
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Mrs Veronica Ferguson is professional and good, giving clear explanations and addressing patient questions and problems. Her approach covers consultation, surgery, and post opp procedures. Patients feel confident and cared for throughout their treatment. Many praise the successful results from operations and the detailed attention given to their eye problems.
Please could i have a letter to say the next step is it going to be blurry my right eye as time goes by. I was told at first it was fluid behind maybe a blood vessel dont know please help what to do very anxious.
Thank you for getting in touch, but your concern has come through as an anonymous comment so please contact me at the hospital, to address any particular issues
My experience with Dr. Ferguson was excellent from the consultation to the surgery and the post opp she showed kindness, brilliance and care. The world is a better place with her in it. I’m eternally grateful
So pleased the process has gone well, having eye surgery requires a lot of trust in your medical team
My experience on that visit was very good.
Thank you for letting me know
Mrs Ferguson was very helpful. She answered all my questions and explained clearly what would happen next in the follow up plan.
I am glad the plan is clear, so far
Very positive. Dr was so professional & explained clearly my problems.
Thank you for letting me know
My visit at the Western eye hospital was lengthy but when I saw Mrs Veronica Ferguson, all of my issues were listened to and she created a plan of action that I am happy about. Im glad she is helping with my health concerns regarding my eye.
Sorry it was so slow, on a hot day as well.
Very helpful and knowledgeable
Thank you for the feedback
Very kind and very helpful
It is always worrying having an eye problem, thank you for the feedback
She was excellent. Professional and kind
thank you, great to hear that
First appointment as new patient. Appointment set up so that all was in place on my arrival prior to my appointment - i.e. eye tests, in order to be able to conduct an informed consultation. Bed side manner excellent. Explanation and procedures - well informed and reviewed. Not rushed. Feel I am in capable hands.
Skill Endorsements
Veronica Ferguson is a highly experienced ophthalmologist specialising in neuro-ophthalmology, strabismus and cataract surgery. She has trained generations of ophthalmologists, and is a fantastic role model. She really cares about patients, and highly ethical in her clinical practice. She is highly respected amongst colleagues, and a pleasure to work with.
19 Jun 2023
Mr Mukhtar Bizrah
OphthalmologistMrs Ferguson is a caring ophthalmologist and experienced surgeon. I have worked with her for many years. She is truly committed to her patients and works with integrity, skill and an upfront nature. She is an extremely reliable and trustworthy doctor.
21 Jun 2020
Mr Ahmad Aziz
Ophthalmologist
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What are Mrs Veronica Ferguson's reviews like?
Mrs Veronica Ferguson's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 26 reviews.
What languages does Mrs Veronica Ferguson speak?
Mrs Veronica Ferguson speaks English
Where is Mrs Veronica Ferguson located?
Mrs Veronica Ferguson primarily practices at King Edward VII's Hospital, located at 5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
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What are Mrs Veronica Ferguson working hours?
Mrs Veronica Ferguson is working Monday (12:00 - 15:00), Tuesday (12:00 - 15:00), Wednesday (09:00 - 13:00, 15:00 - 18:00)
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