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Miss Stephanie West

Miss Stephanie West

Ophthalmologist

Southampton, SO16 6UY

Verified profile
22 years of experience
Verified profile
22 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.95

19 patient reviews

3 professional endorsements

4.95
Overall Experience
4.95
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.95
Explanation

52 recommendations for:

Diplopia (Double Vision)(10)
Squints(6)
Double Vision(4)
Other(32)

Recent patient review

11 Dec 2023

Miss West was highly professional and also very kind. She examined me thoroughly, then took the...

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About

Miss Stephanie West is a Consultant Ophthalmologist with a decade of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of paediatric and adult eye conditions. Miss West centres her practice around early and accurate diagnosis, to allow her patients to make informed decisions. She sees private patients at the Spire Southampton Hospital.

Miss West gained her primary medical qualification at Southampton University Medical School, then went on to undertake her specialist ophthalmology training at Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham and the renowned Bristol Eye Hospital. She then gained specialist paediatric fellowships at Sickkids, Toronto and Moorfields Eye Hospital, which allowed her to gain a breadth of knowledge and expertise regarding children's eye conditions. Since her Consultant appointment, Miss West has become an active member of the teaching community, assisting in the training of junior surgeons and health professionals.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Diplopia (Double Vision) (19%)
  • Squints (12%)
  • Double Vision (8%)
  • Cataract Surgery (6%)
  • Adult Ocular Motility Disorders (4%)
  • Others (52%)

Subspecialties
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Paediatric Ophthalmology

All conditions and treatments
  • Diplopia (Double Vision)
  • Squints
  • Double Vision
  • Adult Ocular Motility Disorders
  • Amblyopia
  • Astigmatism
  • Binocular Vision
  • Cataracts
  • Vision Problems
  • Blepharitis
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Eye Muscle (Squint) Surgery
  • Muscle Balance
  • Prisms
  • Blocked Tear Duct (NLDO) Surgery
  • Eye Test
  • Eyelid Cyst (Chalazion) Surgery
  • Independent Prescriber
  • Myopia Control
  • New Eye Exam

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6026939


Qualifications

Education

Bachelor of Medicine University of Southampton 2001

MRCOphth Royal College of Ophthalmologists 2005

FRCOphth Royal College of Ophthalmologists 2011

Masters of Business Administration Warwick Business School 2014

Memberships

British Isles Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Association (BIPOSA)

American Association for Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS)

British Medical Association


languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £240
  • Follow-up appointment: £180

insurers
  • Bupa
  • The Exeter
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • WPA
  • Simply Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Cigna
  • Healix
  • CS Healthcare
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • General Medical

Location

All locations

Spire Southampton Hospital

4.71
(238)
Chalybeate Close, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6UY
Chalybeate Close, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6UY
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
08:30 - 12:00
Friday
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Saturday
08:30 - 12:30
Sunday
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Reviews

All reviews(19)
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Last 7 days
Last 30 days
Last 6 months
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Diplopia (Double Vision) (9)
Squints (5)
Double Vision (3)
Cataract Surgery (2)
Adult Ocular Motility Disorders (1)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

19 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Miss West was highly professional and also very kind. She examined me thoroughly, then took the time to explain my condition to me. I was very impressed and completely satisfied.

11 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Diplopia (Double Vision)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Cannot fault the preliminary discussions, the actual treatment or the outcome. Ms West is a very talented consultant and I would happily recommend her.

10 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Double Vision
Eye Muscle (Squint) Surgery
Diplopia (Double Vision)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Miss West was extremely professional, efficient and charming. She inspired confidence in the treatment given.

22 Aug 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Diplopia (Double Vision)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Miss West was excellent. Put me at ease explained everything in terms I understood. She was friendly professional and I felt well taken care of at all times.

23 Mar 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Squints

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Ms West was fantastic. She was thorough and kind. She gave us lots of useful information. She has an excellent way of dealing with young patients and their parents.

14 Oct 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Astigmatism
Amblyopia
Squints

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Miss West put me at ease immediately and explained in detail the prognosis of my concerns This made any decisions relatively simple Very grateful

28 Sep 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Diplopia (Double Vision)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I was given very good layman’s terms for possible eye correction

17 Aug 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Vision Problems
Diplopia (Double Vision)
Muscle Balance

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very good. A great personality and put me at ease. She explained things simply and clearly. I look forward to the rest of my treatment.

06 May 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Diplopia (Double Vision)
Prisms
Double Vision

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Miss West comes over as very competent and helpful. She explained the procedures, what was involved, the likely outcome, and the risks. I came away feeling confident about going ahead with the procedures.

11 Apr 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Diplopia (Double Vision)
Squints
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Miss West explained the procedure and expectations of the result. At the moment very pleased with the results of the surgery.

10 Apr 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Diplopia (Double Vision)
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Endorsements

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Most endorsed treatments/conditions
All endorsements
Ophthalmology (2)
Diplopia (Double Vision) (1)
Squints (1)
Double Vision (1)

3 endorsements

Miss West is a highly regarded specialist in children's eye disorders, and ocular motility (squint) problems in adults. She is an excellent clinician and surgeon, and trainer

21 Feb 2024
Endorsed for
Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)
Cataract Surgery

Dr Philip Alexander

Ophthalmology
We trained together

Miss West is an Ophthalmologist with an excellent reputation for good reason. She is an expert in Paediatric Ophthalmology and complex strabismus (squint) and also general aspects of Ophthalmology. She is very good with children and adult patients alike and is very well respected by her collegues.

08 Sep 2022
Endorsed for
Ophthalmology
Diplopia (Double Vision)
Squints
+ 27 more

Mr James Edward Self

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

Excellent clinician and surgeon and expert in ocular motility disorders. Highly professional and personable.

09 Dec 2019
Endorsed for
Ophthalmology
Paediatric Ophthalmology

Dr David Anderson

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Miss Stephanie West's reviews like?

Miss Stephanie West's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 19 reviews

What languages does Miss Stephanie West speak?

Miss Stephanie West speaks English

Where is Miss Stephanie West located?

Miss Stephanie West primarily practices at Spire Southampton Hospital, located at Chalybeate Close, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6UY
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What are Miss Stephanie West working hours?

Miss Stephanie West is working Thursday (08:30 - 12:00), Saturday (08:30 - 12:30)

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