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Dr CT Pillai

Ophthalmologist

Reading, RG1 1NU

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44 years of experience

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About

Dr Pillai founded Advanced Vision Care after amassing a lifetime's experience in refractive surgery as a consultant for several well-known clinics in the UK and as a consultant ophthalmic surgeon for numerous NHS hospitals in the UK and hospitals in India.

Dr Pillai wealth of knowledge is unsurpassed as he is one of the few surgeons in the country to have both a corneal and refractive fellowship. He has over 25 years of ophthalmic experience and has performed over 30,000 LASIK, LASEK and PRK laser procedures. He is considered to be one of the most experienced laser eye surgeons in his field. His surgical skills and record of very low complication rates have been widely applauded in specialist journals such as Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery, Eye, IOVS, Optician and Cosmetic Surgery.

Dr Pillai expertise and service are in regular demand, he presents papers and lectures at national and international refractive conferences and is extensively published in peer-reviewed journals.


All conditions and treatments
  • Astigmatism
  • Blepharitis
  • Cataracts
  • Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
  • Corneal Disease
  • Dry Eyes
  • Eye Infection
  • Eye Problem
  • Eye Problems
  • Eyelid Lumps and Bumps
  • Amniotic Membrane Transplant
  • Blocked Tear Duct (NLDO) Surgery
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Corneal Transplantation
  • Eye Test
  • Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)

Qualifications

Education:

• Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (1990)

• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (1989)

• Diploma in Ophthalmology, Royal College of Surgeons, Glasgow (1988)

• Diploma in Ophthalmology, Madras University, India (1982)

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, Madras University, India (1980)


Memberships:

• Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCO – UK)

• Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh

• British Society of Refractive Surgery (BSRS – UK)

• British Medical Association (BMA)

• American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO – UK)

• Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO – USA)

• American Association of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS – USA)

• International Society of Refractive Surgery (ISRS)

• European Association of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS)


languages spoken
  • English
  • Malayalam
  • Tamil

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Spaces 9 Greyfriars Rd, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 1NU
Spaces 9 Greyfriars Rd, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 1NU
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3 endorsements

Mr Pillai is a very highly regarded surgeon who is a joy to work with. He is extremely popular and giving with patients. He takes the time to talk to his patients and ensure they approached their surgery fully informed and aware of their options. His results are excellent and as such a large number of patients come to him through personal recommendation. I am proud to work with him and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him on every level.

13 Apr 2019
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Ophthalmology
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)

Dr Goran Helgason

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

Mr Pillai is a driven, caring and highly accomplished ophthalmologist and laser surgeon. I would gladly have him treat my friends and family. With his extensive training and experience he makes surgery look easy. His ability combined with confidence and approachability make him an excellent colleague to work with and someone who I would highly recommend. He takes pride in the quality of his work. He is valuable and generous in training eye surgeons of the future.

13 Apr 2019
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Ophthalmology
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)

Professor Martin Filipec

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

Mr Pillai is a meticulous ophthalmic surgeon with a very friendly and open approach with his patients. His knowledge, dedication and integrity is highly regarded amongst peers. He is passionate in sharing his expertise and training emerging surgeons in the field of corneal refractive surgery. He is a surgeon who I would trust for myself and for my own patients.

13 Feb 2019
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Ophthalmology
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)

Ms Marian Yau

Podiatry
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