Mr Erik De Koning

Mr Erik De Koning is an ophthalmic surgeon specialising in laser vision correction, including LASIK and LASEK procedures. He is an independent practitioner with experience in refractive surgery and has performed more than 50,000 ophthalmic procedures during his career.

He graduated in medicine from the Utrecht University in 1983 and completed postgraduate ophthalmic training before progressing through senior roles within private eye surgery clinics. His clinical experience led him to specialise in laser vision correction and refractive surgery.

Mr De Koning has presented internationally on laser eye surgery and regularly attends major ophthalmology conferences, including the annual meeting of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. He has contributed articles to international ophthalmology publications and continues to engage with developments in refractive surgery.

His specialist practice focuses on laser vision correction procedures, including LASIK and LASEK, providing treatment for patients seeking alternatives to glasses or contact lenses.

Mr De Koning performs laser eye surgery at Optical Express clinics in Newcastle, Meadowhall, Leeds, and Manchester.