Mr Andrew Coombes
Ophthalmologist
Ophthalmologist
London, SE1 2PR
32 years of experience
Verified profile
Ophthalmologist
London, SE1 2PR
32 years of experience
Verified profile
Patient Trust Score
4.93
35 patient reviews
2 professional endorsements
46 recommendations for:
Latest endorsement
26 Mar 2023
Mr Coombes is an excellent surgeon and all round great ophthalmologist. He takes pride in...
Mr Richard Caesar
About
Mr Andrew Coombes, Consultant Eye Surgeon, has been working within the Barts Health NHS Trust since 2003. He is highly specialised in Oculoplastic (eyelid surgery and cosmetic procedures), lacrimal (tear drainage) & orbital surgery, as well as Cataract and Corneal surgery. His work mainly takes place at Royal London Hospital where he is Service Lead for the Adnexal and Cataract and Corneal service. He also has a wide range of experience treating glaucoma, medical retina, uveitis, strabismus.
Mr Coombes qualified with a Bachelors in Medicine and Surgery for St Bart's Medical College in 1991, during this period he won several prizes and undertook an additional Bachelors in Immunology. During his speciality training, he undertook several high-profile fellowships at internationally renowned institutions including Sydney Eye Hospital, Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, and Moorfields Eye Hospital.
Mr Coombes is also an active researcher, publishing numerous peer-reviewed articles and has written several books on cataracts and trauma. He has several roles within medical education including College Tutor and Education Supervisor within the Royal London Hospital. He also teaches undergraduate and postgrad students on ophthalmologic topics.
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- New Eye Exam (20%)
- Cataract Surgery (15%)
- Cataracts (11%)
- Blepharitis (7%)
- Blepharoplasty (Eye Lid Surgery) (7%)
- Others (41%)
Subspecialties
- Cataract Surgery
- Emergency Ophthalmology
- Oculoplastic Surgery
- Vision Correction Surgery
All conditions and treatments
- New Eye Exam
- Cataract Surgery
- Cataracts
- Blepharitis
- Blepharoplasty (Eye Lid Surgery)
- Dry Eyes
- Eye Test
- Blocked Tear Duct (NLDO) Surgery
- Eye Problem
- Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Registered with
General Medical Council
3563034
Qualifications
- BSc
- MBBS
- FRCOphth
- CCST
languages spoken
- English
consultation fees
- New appointment: £195
- Follow-up appointment: £145
insurers
- Bupa Platinum
- General Medical
- Simply Health
- Cigna
- Legal & General
- Bupa
- WPA
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- AXA PPP Healthcare
- Aviva Health
- Vitality Health
- Bupa Fee Assured
- April
- Freedom Healthcare
- The Exeter
- Healix
- Groupama
- Saga Insurance
- CS Healthcare
- Four Points Assistance
- The PHC
- Aetna
- Norwich Union
Location
All locations
Specialist's working hours
at All locations
Monday
18:00 - 20:00
Tuesday
Not available
Wednesday
Not available
Thursday
08:00 - 17:00
Friday
Not available
Saturday
Not available
Sunday
Not available
Reviews
35 reviews
5
Excellent care - flawless procedure - thank you
4.5
Very experienced and answering clearly all my questions.
5
Very professional doctor. Best I have seen so far at HCA.
4.5
Very knowledgeable
5
Excellent professional!
5
Mr Coombes is excellent in every way; knowledge, listening, manner, diagnosis, and expertise
5
Excellent.
5
Andrew carried out surgery and was always super detailed and explanatory from day one. Very professional and excellent care. I totally recommend him and would chose him again in future.
5
The treatment has been carried out meticulously. Even more importantly, the obtained results show what a lucky it was to ask Mr Coombes to help with my problem.
5
Very reassuring and helpful
Endorsements
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2 endorsements
Mr Coombes is an excellent surgeon and all round great ophthalmologist. He takes pride in looking after his patients.
26 Mar 2023Mr Richard Caesar
Cosmetic (Aesthetic) MedicineAndrew is a great mentor and colleague. His depth of experience in and around the orbit makes him the ideal surgeon to do to when faced with a difficult reconstruction. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to family and friends
15 Mar 2023Mr Nabeel Bhatti
Oral & Maxillofacial SurgeryFAQ
What are Mr Andrew Coombes's reviews like?
Mr Andrew Coombes's overall patient rating is 4.93 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 35 reviews
What languages does Mr Andrew Coombes speak?
Mr Andrew Coombes speaks English
Where is Mr Andrew Coombes located?
Mr Andrew Coombes primarily practices at London Bridge Hospital, Part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at 27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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What are Mr Andrew Coombes working hours?
Mr Andrew Coombes is working Monday (18:00 - 20:00), Thursday (08:00 - 17:00)
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