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Mr Faisal Ahmed

MBBS (London), BSc (Hons), FRCOphth

Ophthalmologist

Live bookings available

29 years of experience

London, W1G 6BW

(+2 more)

57 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Rohit Jolly, Miss Rajni Jain and 10 other professionals

4.96

/5

(37 reviews)

Live bookings available

29 years of experience

London, W1G 6BW

(+2 more)

57 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Rohit Jolly, Miss Rajni Jain and 10 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Cataract Surgery
24
Glaucoma
15
6
Eye Problem
2
6

Contact

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About Mr Faisal Ahmed

Faisal Ahmed is a distinguished senior consultant ophthalmic surgeon at Imperial College Ophthalmology and an Honorary Senior Lecturer at Imperial College, London. He specializes in glaucoma and cataract surgery.

A pioneer in his field, Faisal was the first surgeon in the world to utilize the Eyeplate, a groundbreaking glaucoma drainage device. He is also among the first in Europe to implement the Glaucoma MINIject device and is always an early adoptor of new premium intra-ocular lenses for cataract surgery. His innovative surgical techniques have been widely published including a novel surgical simulation model,  which is used worldwide for training surgeons.

Faisal is regularly invited to speak and chair at national and international specialty meetings and conferences.

Faisal is a keen surgical trainer and developed a novel surgical simulation model, to train surgeons on glaucoma surgery which is used worldwide. And is an author for the Emerging Laser and Surgical Treatments for Glaucoma, in collaboration with the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.

Faisal's basic and higher specialist training was predominantly undertaken at Moorfields Eye Hospital, during which time he gained extensive experience within a busy and highly pressurized centre of excellence. He was then an honorary glaucoma research fellow at Moorfields and also completed a clinical glaucoma fellowship at the Western Eye Hospital and Imperial College.

Mr Ahmed is a specialist in glaucoma and is an author for the Emerging Laser and Surgical Treatments for Glaucoma, an e-Learning package in collaboration with the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.

Faisal is involved in improving eye services in West Africa training eye care specialists and supporting cataract surgery.

Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

  • Cataract Surgery
  • Glaucoma Surgery
  • MIGS - Minimally Invasive Glaucoma surgery
  • Micropulse diode laser trabeculoplasty
  • Preserflo Microshunt
  • Glaucoma
  • Cataracts

Subspecialties

  • Cataract Surgery
  • Glaucoma

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(37)
Skill Endorsements
(34)

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Cataract Surgery
24
Glaucoma
15
6
Eye Problem
2
6
Glaucoma Surgeries
2
6
Cataracts
6
1
Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT)
6
Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS)
6
iStent
5
Trabeculectomy
1
1
Trabeculoplasty (SLT)
2
New Eye Exam
1
Baerveldt Implants
1
Ahmed Implants
1
Complex Cataract Surgery
1
YAG Laser Capsulotomy
1
Lens Replacement Surgery
1
Video Consultation
Multifocal Intraocular Lens
Iridoplasty
Iridotomy
AB-interno Canaloplasty (ABiC)
Cyclodiode
Tube Surgeries
Humphreys Visual Field
Eye Infection

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4344249


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 1996


Qualifications

Education:

  • MBBS (St George's Medical School)
  • BSc (Hons) (Imperial College London)
  • FRCOphth
  • European Glaucoma Society
  • International Society of Glaucoma Surgery


Publications

Read publications and papers written by this specialist.

23 / 08 / 2024

Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of a Novel Glaucoma Drainage Device in High-Risk Adult Glaucoma Patients: A One-Year Pilot Study

Published in Journal of Clinical Medicine

15 / 09 / 2021

Endocyclophotocoagulation combined with phacoemulsification in surgically naive primary open-angle glaucoma: three-year results

Published in Eye

30 / 01 / 2024

Cyclodiode vs micropulse transscleral laser treatment

Published in Eye


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Urdu

Insurers

  • Vitality
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Bupa
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Cigna
  • General and Medical
  • Aviva Health
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • AXA Health
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • WPA
  • Healix Health Services
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • The Exeter
  • Aetna

Fees

  • New appointment

    £275
  • Follow-up appointment

    £200
*May vary on location

Locations

The London Clinic

20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6BW

4.89(2230 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
09:30 - 12:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
09:30 - 12:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital

53 Parkside Wimbledon, London, United Kingdom, SW19 5NX

4.81(1256 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
13:00 - 16:00
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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The London Clinic Eye Centre

119 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AU

4.88(398 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Cataract Surgery
24
Glaucoma
15
6
Eye Problem
2
6

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Faisal Ahmed is professional and calm in his interactions with patients. He provides clear explanations for procedures such as cataract surgery, drainage angle opening, and iStent. Patients report successful outcomes with little to no pain, often experiencing improved vision. His expertise covers conditions affecting the eye's lens and internal pressure.

5
verified patient
09 Jun 2026

Mr Ahmed is very professional and reassuring and it was a pleasure to see him.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
29 Apr 2026

Despite being terrified at the prospect of eye surgery, this was a lovely experience from start to finish. Mr Ahmed has such a lovely manner and made me feel completely relaxed.

5
verified patient
25 Mar 2026

As usual a very pleasant experience...thank you

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
18 Mar 2026

Excellent, stress free visit. Was reassured throughout the process and post-operative expectations were clearly explained

5
verified patient
06 Mar 2026

I would recommend Mr Ahmed to anyone. He has a lovely manner and my operation was a very relaxed experience with no sedation at all.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
03 Mar 2026

Professional, calm, helpful and the results of the cataract surgery have been excellent.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
20 Feb 2026

I would like to express my thanks for the support and successful cataract surgery provided by mr Faisal Ahmed. The procedure was performed in 18 February 2926/ 24 February 2026. .The procedure was explained in detail which helped calm any anxiety I may have had. My tennis will most certainly be improved with this clear vision! !

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
18 Feb 2026

Although the hospital needs a bit of fine tuning with communications ...ie trying to get though to pay a bill which i did not know the amount so could not use auto payment...just told to ring back at a more convenient time?????? This was 11 in the morning....However all yes all the staff were just amazing so very pleasant and caring. Thank you to all. Mr Ahmed was a very welcoming consultant .... and his work was just amazing. Never felt any pain during or after my procedure. I would recommend Mr Ahmed to anyone needing to have work on their eyes.. he talked to you in a caring voice which put you at complete ease. Thank you Mr A

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
18 Feb 2026

Mr Ahmed performed cataract surgery and a drainage angle opening procedure on my left eye. During my initial consultation I felt I was in a safe and expert pair of hands. Mr Ahmed carried out all the necessary tests and explained the surgical procedures in a clear and easy to understand way. The outcome of my eye operation is a clear testament to Mr Ahmed's expertise and skill. The dramatic improvement to my eyesight was evident just few hours after the operation. I expected some discomfort or pain after the operation, but I had none whatsoever, my eye felt and looked perfectly normal. My experience was not a one-off; I met another patient of Mr Ahmed during my post-op consultation and they shared the same experience and outcome as mine. I have now booked my second operation with Mr Ahmed for my other eye, and I am grateful to him for restoring my eyesight.

5
verified patient
03 Dec 2025

I consulted Mr Ahmed about cataract surgery on both eyes. After a thorough examination and a conversation about the impact the cataracts were having on my daily life, he clearly explained the process of cataract removal and the expected benefit of premium lens replacement. Surgery itself was quick and straightforward, and at all times I felt well informed about what to expect. Just a few days after the first surgery I began to see a marked improvement in my vision. I found Mr Ahmed to be approachable and receptive at all stages of the process and I am very pleased with the results.

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Skill Endorsements

Mr Ahmed is one of the kindest and most complete doctors I have had the fortune of meeting and have always learnt so much from him. He is a wonderful surgeon with the best bed side manner and I would highly recommend him to anyone

17 Jun 2025
Endorsed for
Eye Problem
Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT)

Mr Rohit Jolly

Mr Rohit Jolly

Ophthalmologist
Is a colleague

Excellent clinician and surgeon and great with patients highly recommend

14 May 2025
Endorsed for
Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT)
Eye Problem

Miss Rajni Jain

Miss Rajni Jain

Ophthalmologist
Is a colleague

16 Feb 2025
Endorsed for
Eye Problem
Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT)

Mr Danny Mitry

Mr Danny Mitry

Ophthalmologist
Is a colleague

Faisal is an authority in the field of glaucoma with excellent expertise and exemplary surgical skills. He has trained several generations of skilled glaucoma consultants and is heavily involved in high impact clinical research. I would highly recommend him to anyone

22 Jan 2025
Endorsed for
Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT)
Eye Problem

Mr Ahmad Elsahn

Mr Ahmad Elsahn

Ophthalmologist
Is a colleague
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Get to know Mr Faisal Ahmed

Most recent articles

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Featured in 'Ask the Doctor' Magazine - London Eye Surgeon

Featured in 'Ask the Doctor' Magazine - London Eye Surgeon

Mr Ahmed was featured in television doctor Christian Jessen’s health magazine with regards to his glaucoma work

30 October 2024

londoneyesurgeon.co.uk

Glaucoma 2020 Webinar - London Eye Surgeon

Glaucoma 2020 Webinar - London Eye Surgeon

Mr Faisal Ahmed was an invited speaker at the Glaucoma 2020 Webinar by Heidelberg Engineering, Santen and Medisoft

30 October 2024

londoneyesurgeon.co.uk

promising research for new glaucoma treatment

promising research for new glaucoma treatment

A recently published study by consultant ophthalmic surgeon Mr Faisal Ahmed demonstrated a 92% success rate for glaucoma treatment. Read more here.

20 February 2025

thelondonclinic.co.uk

World Glaucoma Week and New glaucoma device

World Glaucoma Week and New glaucoma device

This World Glaucoma Week (March 8-14) we are are raising awareness of glaucoma – which is a chronic, progressive disorder of the optic nerve. Susan Williams, 64, who was at risk of losing her eyesight, shares her patient story about her treatment at The London Clinic, with ophthalmic surgeon, Faisal Ahmed.

17 March 2026

thelondonclinic.co.uk

FAQ

What are Mr Faisal Ahmed's reviews like?

Mr Faisal Ahmed's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 37 reviews.

What languages does Mr Faisal Ahmed speak?

Mr Faisal Ahmed speaks English and Urdu

Where is Mr Faisal Ahmed located?

Mr Faisal Ahmed primarily practices at The London Clinic, located at 20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6BW
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What are Mr Faisal Ahmed working hours?

Mr Faisal Ahmed is working Tuesday (13:00 - 16:00), Thursday (09:30 - 12:00)

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