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Mr Francis Xavier (Javier) Bardavio Ara

MD, FRCS Ed, MSc, MHCM, ME, MBA

Ophthalmologist

34 years of experience

Whiteley, PO15 7AD

(+1 more)

3 connections in healthcare

4.89

/5

(505 reviews)

34 years of experience

Whiteley, PO15 7AD

(+1 more)

3 connections in healthcare

Areas of expertise

Cataract Surgery
470
Cataracts
69
Vision Problems
8

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About Mr Francis Xavier (Javier) Bardavio Ara

Mr Javier Bardavio is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Optegra Eye Hospital Hampshire. He has special interests all aspects of cataract surgery, with particular interest in phacorefractive surgery and glaucoma.

Mr Bardavio qualified in medicine at the University of Barcelona, Spain in 1992. After qualifying, he moved to the UK and completed seven years of specialist training in Ophthalmology and became a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, in 1998. Awarded with a Certificate of Specialist Training in Ophthalmology by the Spanish Ministry of Education in 1999, started work as a consultant with special interest in glaucoma for 16 years then after. He was tutor of trainees for 10 years, director of the service for 11 years and clinical director of ophthalmology services at the Tarragona Trust Hospitals (ICS Camp Tarragona and Tortosa)

He also completed a Master's degree in Clinical Sciences Research at the University of Barcelona in 2009, a Master's degree in Healthcare Management at the International University of Catalonia in 2012. 


Subspecialties

  • Cataract Surgery
  • Refractive Surgery / Surgical Solutions

Areas of expertise

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Cataract Surgery
470
Cataracts
69
Vision Problems
8
Lens Replacement Surgery
8
Refractive Cataract Surgery
5
Eye Problem
2
Glaucoma
2
Dry Eyes
2
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)
2
Macular Degeneration
1
Medical Check-Ups
1

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3621491


Education

Universitat de Barcelona

Medicine

Graduated 1992


Qualifications

MD - University of Barcelona, Spain in 1992

FRCS Ed - Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK in 1998

Certificate of Specialist Training in Ophthalmology - Spanish Ministry of Education, Spain in 1999

Certificate in Medical Informatics - Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK in 2006

MSc Clinical Sciences Research - University of Barcelona, Spain in 2009

GMC incorporation in Specialist Register in 24/11/2010

MHCM (Healthcare Management) - International University of Catalonia, Spain in 2012

ME (Economics) - OMMA Centre for Higher Studies, Francisco Marroquin University, Spain in 2016

MBA (Global) - Oxford Brookes University, UK in 2020


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Locations

Optegra Eye Hospital Hampshire

Fusion 3, Solent Business Park, 1200 Parkway, Whiteley, United Kingdom, PO15 7AD

4.84(1,268 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Optegra Eye Hospital Surrey

10 Alan Turing Road, Guildford, United Kingdom, GU2 7YF

4.84(926 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Areas of expertise

Cataract Surgery
470
Cataracts
69
Vision Problems
8

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Javier Bardavio is professional, friendly, and reassuring in his patient interactions. He provides clear explanations for procedures like cataract surgery, leading to comfortable, painless experiences and excellent visual outcomes. Some patients mention a desire for more verbal interaction during procedures. Patient experiences reflect a high level of satisfaction with the results of their cataract surgery.

5
verified patient
14 Jan 2026

I am unsure of the name of my surgeon but Mr Bardavio 'rings a bell'. Whoever it was, I am so grateful for his kindness and expertise

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5
verified patient
14 Jan 2026

Friendly atmosphere. .I realised my fears were groundless.

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5
verified patient
11 Jan 2026

Amazing outcome with very professional and friendly staff

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5
verified patient
10 Jan 2026

The eye operation very quick all staff very friendly made you relaxed

5
verified patient
10 Jan 2026

Excellent

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5
verified patient
10 Jan 2026

Nothing was too much trouble. All questions answered.

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5
verified patient
09 Jan 2026

So very professional and overall very nice experience!

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5
verified patient
09 Jan 2026

Mr Bardavio welcomed me and was very reassuring.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
09 Jan 2026

I do hope I have remembered his name correctly! Made ma feel confident with him Just disappointment about debris

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5
verified patient
08 Jan 2026

As a representative of your company -excellent and first class

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What are Mr Francis Xavier (Javier) Bardavio Ara's reviews like?

Mr Francis Xavier (Javier) Bardavio Ara's overall patient rating is 4.89 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 505 reviews.

What languages does Mr Francis Xavier (Javier) Bardavio Ara speak?

Mr Francis Xavier (Javier) Bardavio Ara speaks English and Spanish

Where is Mr Francis Xavier (Javier) Bardavio Ara located?

Mr Francis Xavier (Javier) Bardavio Ara primarily practices at Optegra Eye Hospital Hampshire, located at Fusion 3, Solent Business Park, 1200 Parkway, Whiteley, United Kingdom, PO15 7AD
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