BSc MBBS FRCOphth MD
36 years of experience
London, EC1V 9LF
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by Mr Guy T Smith, Miss Branka Marjanovic
36 years of experience
London, EC1V 9LF
(+1 more)
18 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Guy T Smith, Miss Branka Marjanovic
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Mr Alexander Ionides is an experienced Ophthalmologist. He trained at University College Hospital London Medical School. He qualified in 1989 having also undertaken a BSc degree in Cell Pathology at the Middlesex Hospital in Mortimer St, Central London.
Following early ophthalmic training at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children and Kingston Hospital, he joined Moorfields Eye Hospital in 1992. He spent two years at the Institute of Ophthalmology (1994-96) gaining an MD in the genetics of cataracts and then stayed at Moorfields and was offered a Consultant post in 2001.
He is also an Honorary Senior Lecturer and Honorary Consultant at St George's Hospital, London and the St George's Hospital Medical School. From 2001 until 2010 he was Lead Clinician for the eye services at Moorfields Eye Hospital and St George's Hospital, Tooting.
Mr Ionides has published numerous papers on both cataract and refractive surgery and has given presentations at national and international meetings.
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General Medical Council
No. 3336092
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 1989
New appointment
£250Follow-up appointment
£1759-11 Bath Street, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 9LF
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This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Patients frequently describe Mr Alex Ionides as friendly, professional, clear, and calm in his interactions. He performs excellent work across procedures such as laser eye surgery, cataract surgery, and lens replacement, ensuring patients feel safe and comfortable with helpful post-procedure follow-ups. Some patients mention consultations feeling short or needing to prompt for more information. Patient feedback predominantly highlights his expertise and successful outcomes in laser vision correction and cataract treatment.
I had previously had a consultation elsewhere left unsure, meeting Alex made the decision easy to go ahead with surgery, he is second to none - attentive, informative and calming.
Mr Ionides treated me with professionalism, respect, and courtesy. I felt that he cared and was concerned to achieve the best outcome for me.
He is a very likeable and reassuring professional. I’m glad he was my surgeon today - I had total faith in him.
Mr Ionides was lovely and very understanding and accommodating for my requests about the operation .
Mr Ionides is an expert cataract and refractive surgeon. Over the years we co managed a number of patients; they hold him in high regard too.
11 Aug 2025
Mr Guy T Smith
OphthalmologistHighly Experienced Surgeon
31 Jan 2025MM
Miss Branka Marjanovic
Ophthalmologist
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Alexander Ionides is a cataract and refractive laser surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hosptial, London.
11 November 2024
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Mr Alex Ionides's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 287 reviews.
What languages does Mr Alex Ionides speak?
Mr Alex Ionides speaks English
Where is Mr Alex Ionides located?
Mr Alex Ionides primarily practices at Moorfields Private Eye Hospital, located at 9-11 Bath Street, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 9LF
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