Mr Michael Smith
MBChB BSc(Hons) FRCOphth
27 years of experience
Exeter, EX2 5DW
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1 connection in healthcare
27 years of experience
Exeter, EX2 5DW
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1 connection in healthcare
About Mr Michael Smith
Mr Michael Smith is a highly experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist specialising in cataract surgery and the full spectrum of glaucoma management. With more than 20 years of surgical experience and thousands of procedures performed, he is recognised for his expertise in advanced cataract surgery, including toric lens implantation for astigmatism and extended depth-of-focus lenses.
Mr Smith is equally accomplished in glaucoma care and was among the first ophthalmologists in the UK to integrate Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) into routine clinical practice. He offers the complete range of glaucoma treatments, from medical management to laser and surgical interventions, ensuring patients receive tailored, evidence-based care.
He practises at Exeter Eye, having completed his medical degree at the University of Glasgow. His ophthalmic training took place across the South West of England, Manchester and Brisbane, Australia. In 2008, he pursued a prestigious Fellowship in Medical and Surgical Glaucoma at the University of Toronto, after which he was appointed as a Glaucoma Consultant in Exeter.
Mr Smith is an active member of multiple national and international professional bodies, including the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, the American Glaucoma Society, the European Glaucoma Society, and the UK and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
With over 20 peer-reviewed publications he has contributed significantly to clinical research and has played a major role in training the next generation of glaucoma surgeons, many of whom now practise across the UK and worldwide.
Subspecialties
- Cataract Surgery
- Glaucoma
Areas of expertise
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4508760
Education
University of Glasgow
Medicine
Graduated 1998
Languages spoken
- English
Fees
New appointment
£275Follow-up appointment
£160
Locations
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Barrack Rd, Exeter, United Kingdom, EX2 5DW
Exeter Medical
Exeter Business Park, Grenadier Rd, Exeter, United Kingdom, EX1 3QF
Opening hours
Facilities
Exeter Eye
admiral house, Exeter Business Park, Exeter, United Kingdom, EX1 3QF
Reviews
AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Mr Michael Smith interacts with patients in a friendly, professional, clear, and reassuring manner. Patients report remarkable vision improvement after cataract surgery, receiving thorough explanations for these and other eye treatments. The team is helpful, efficient, and professional. Patients feel comfortable and trust Mr Smith with their care. Common patient discussions focus on glaucoma and cataract procedures.
I have had a first class experience of cataract treatment with Mr Smith at the Exeter Eye Hospital and all his team. I have been very impressed by the friendly, listening, proactive approach over all my appointments and the actual treatment and have felt fully confident of an excellent outcome which has been achieved. As a result I can see without glasses for all everyday functions for the first time since I was 9 years old and had to wear glasses. It is amazing and I cant wait to be able to go swimming without a guide! I realise how fortunate I have been with all aspects of my treatment with Mr. Smith and the Exeter Eye Hospital when I have compared notes with friends treated elsewhere. Although it involved a lot of travelling from Portland, it was well worth every mile! I am truly grateful.
I always appreciate the calm professional way Micheal Smith is on my eye appointments with him. He explains so clearly & reassuringly any procedures & questions l may have.
I went to see Mr. Smith after a very unsatisfactory experience with NHS. He was clear, giving me the right information,, and importantly I felt I could trust him, so felt very reassured I was in the right hands.
Very helpful, friendly and informative experience from everyone.
An excellent appointment with a very professional, knowledgeable and thoughtful surgeon in Mr Michael Smith. We are extremely grateful for an excellent result following cataract replacement, with 20 20 vision in both eyes. We are very grateful to Mr Smith for his clinical excellence. We’d also particularly like to thank Chantal for her kind and gentle care of the preliminary eye tests which helped to relieve very natural anxiety. Please extend our thanks to her. All in all an excellent experience.
Follow up after SLT procedure 6 weeks ago. Professional and very clear assessment and entire process smooth and trouble free. Also very efficient and well supported by staff at Exeter Eye including Chantal and Anna.
I found Michael Smith and his team very helpful, It was explained each time what to experience And about aftercare. It's been a 5 star experience, I would not have any hesitation in recommending Exeter Eye. A very happy customer
Mr Smith is always approachable and willing to answer questions.
I was explained the process and was also hive plenty of opportunity to ssk questions
Professional from start to finish. Everything was explained to me, the pre op tests were thorough and precise and the procedures were quick and painless. I would throughly recommend Dr Michael Smith and his team to anyone worried about having a cataract operation
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Mr Michael Smith's overall patient rating is 4.92 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 47 reviews.
What languages does Mr Michael Smith speak?
Mr Michael Smith speaks English
Where is Mr Michael Smith located?
Mr Michael Smith primarily practices at Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, located at Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Barrack Rd, Exeter, United Kingdom, EX2 5DW
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