Dr. Konstantinos Balaskas

Professor Konstantinos Balaskas is a highly distinguished Consultant Ophthalmologist who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of complex retinal conditions. With a reassuring and patient-centred approach, he is dedicated to preventing vision loss through the integration of advanced clinical care and cutting-edge digital technologies. His clinical practice focuses on managing prevalent, sight-threatening conditions such as Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and cataracts, ensuring that each patient receives a personalised and empathetic treatment plan.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Balaskas is a world-renowned pioneer in the field of medical artificial intelligence (AI) and digital health. He holds a prestigious academic appointment as a Professor of Ophthalmology and Medical Artificial Intelligence at a leading London university. His extensive research portfolio includes leading multi-site clinical trials to evaluate telemedicine, modern ophthalmic imaging, and AI decision-support tools. By developing innovative monitoring systems for conditions like Geographic Atrophy and Retinopathy of Prematurity, he actively contributes to shaping the future of global eye care.

Dr. Balaskas established his medical expertise through rigorous training across Europe. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Athens before completing his specialty training in Ophthalmology and earning a Medical Doctorate in Research (MDRes) at a renowned eye hospital in Switzerland. He subsequently completed two senior sub-specialty fellowships in Medical Retina at leading ophthalmic institutions in Manchester and London. Dr. Balaskas is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmologists (FEBO) and a Member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (MRCOphth), reflecting his commitment to the highest standards of ophthalmic practice.