Professor Mark Westcott
MBBS, MD, FRCOphth
36 years of experience
London, EC1V 9LF
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10 connections in healthcare
36 years of experience
London, EC1V 9LF
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10 connections in healthcare
About Professor Mark Westcott
Professor Mark Westcott is a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon specialising in cataract surgery, glaucoma, medical retina and inflammatory eye disease (uveitis). He practises privately at The London Clinic on Harley Street and within the private wing of Moorfields Eye Hospital. He and his team run one of the largest private ophthalmic practices in Central London. He provides thousands of consultations and more than 200 procedures each year, including cataract surgery, complex glaucoma surgery and laser treatments. Alongside his private work, he holds longstanding NHS consultant positions at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and at Barts and The Royal London NHS Trust, posts he has held since 2003.
Professor Westcott qualified in medicine from St Thomas’ Hospital in 1989 and completed his ophthalmology training in London, including at Moorfields Eye Hospital. During this period, he received funding from the Friends of Moorfields to undertake research that led to an MD thesis focused on visual function in glaucoma, which he completed in 1997. In 2000, he was awarded a national scholarship in ophthalmology to train at the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA in Los Angeles, where he gained advanced expertise in glaucoma diagnosis and management and contributed further research into the early detection of glaucoma.
Professor Westcott has extensive experience in small incision cataract surgery and was one of the first surgeons in the UK to use microscopic stents for minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. He also has expertise in the use of femtosecond laser technology and advanced lens implants aimed at improving refractive outcomes. He leads the Glaucoma Service at St Bartholomew’s and The Royal London Hospital and provides specialist care for uveitis and ocular inflammatory disease at Moorfields Eye Hospital. In addition to his clinical roles, he is a Surgical Trainer for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, where he teaches microsurgery and phacoemulsification cataract surgery.
Professor Westcott maintains an active academic and research career. He is a Visiting Adjunct Professor at the University of Pittsburgh and a Reader at Queen Mary University of London. His research interests include infectious and non-infectious uveitis, glaucoma-related visual loss and early diagnostic techniques. He has authored more than 70 scientific papers, co-authored a widely used textbook on uveitis and regularly reviews submissions for leading ophthalmic journals. He presents frequently at national and international scientific meetings and continues to contribute to research and specialist training within the field.
Subspecialties
- Retina
- Glaucoma
- Cataract Surgery
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 3432369
Education
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 1989
Qualifications
MB BS, St Thomas’ Hospital Medical School (1989)
FRCOphth, Royal College of Ophthalmologists
MD, Institute of Ophthalmology (1997)
Ophthalmology training, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Specialist scholarship training, Jules Stein Eye Institute, UCLA, Los Angeles (2000)
Languages spoken
- English
- French
Insurers
- General and Medical
- Freedom Health Insurance
- The Exeter
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- Saga Health Insurance
- Bupa
- WPA
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
- Aetna
- The PHC
- National Friendly
- Benenden Health
Fees
New appointment
£295Follow-up appointment
£215
Locations
Moorfields Private Eye Hospital
9-11 Bath Street, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 9LF
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The London Clinic
20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6BW
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The London Clinic Eye Centre
119 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AU
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Reviews
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Professor Mark Westcott consistently demonstrates a professional, clear, caring, and reassuring approach with patients. He delivers excellent outcomes across various interventions, notably in complex ophthalmic surgeries and long-term condition management, often leading to significantly improved vision and reduced intra-ocular pressure. Patient feedback frequently highlights Professor Westcott's profound expertise in addressing conditions such as glaucoma and cataracts.
Professor Mark Westcott first treated me around 2009–2010, when I attended the A&E Department at Moorfields Eye Hospital with scleritis in my right eye. He diagnosed and successfully treated the condition, and I never forgot either his expertise or the confidence he inspired in me. Many years later, when I developed cataract problems and was unhappy with the ophthalmic care I was receiving in Amsterdam, I actually set about finding out what had become of the Moorfields doctor I remembered so well. I was delighted to discover that Professor Westcott was now practising in Harley Street. When we met again after all those years, he was equally surprised when I reminded him that he had treated—and, as I have always felt, saved—my right eye so long ago. Since that rather remarkable reunion, I have once again been under his care, including through my cataract treatment and subsequent follow-up. Professor Westcott combines exceptional knowledge and clinical judgement with a calm, reassuring and thoroughly professional manner. He explains his findings clearly, never makes one feel hurried, and inspires enormous confidence. I feel extremely fortunate that our paths crossed again after so many years. I could not recommend him more highly.
I have been a patient of Prof Westcott for a number of years and the care I have received has always been excellent. He is very thorough, skilled and calm and the latest procedure I had was very successful
My recent visit was managed very efficiently and I was given an excellent understading of my condition and treatment
Professor Mark Westcott's clinic is a delight to attend. The atmosphere is always positive and caring. Everything is explained clearly and care is carried out with efficiency and confidence. The support team are just as excellent, organising this seamless process. Thank you
Professor Westcott is a benign and extremely professional person. He is extremely reassuring, he doesn't waste time, gets straight to the point and gave clear explanations about my condition. He is also very friendly which is an excellent bonus!
Totally professional and friendly service throughout as usual.
Following cataract surgery in both eyes in recent months, I was examined today by Professor Westcott as a follow up. Today's visit (in August) was very thorough (as was the complete process from initial consultation in February), involving an OCT scan and a series of sight checks by Professor Westcott's colleague Avia. I was happy with the outcome, as I am with the whole experience of having this surgery. My sight is much improved, and I have experienced no significant problems after the treatment. Cataract surgery does require the patient to be willing to folllow the regime of taking multiple eye drops several times a day, for about a month, for each eye. I was able to maintain the discipline required and my eyes have benefited from a problem-free recovery from the surgery. I am delighted that I was recommended to use Professor Westcott and his team at the London Clinic Eye Centre and I would recommend Professor Westcott to others needing this treatment.
I have received the finest care and treatment at every visit.
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Professor Mark Westcott's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 171 reviews.
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Professor Mark Westcott speaks English and French
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Professor Mark Westcott primarily practices at Moorfields Private Eye Hospital, located at 9-11 Bath Street, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 9LF
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