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Mr Alex J Shortt

Mr Alex J Shortt

Ophthalmologist

London, W1G 9HT

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25 years of experience
Verified profile
25 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.95

53 patient reviews

2 professional endorsements

4.98
Overall Experience
4.94
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.94
Explanation

12 recommendations for:

Cataract Surgery(4)
Multifocal Intraocular Lens(2)
Cataracts(2)
Other(4)

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About

Mr Shortt is a leading ophthalmic surgeon and an expert in the fields of cornea, cataract, lens implants and laser eye surgery. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and a highly experienced surgeon having performed over 3,000 eye surgery procedures. Mr Shortt trained and worked as a consultant ophthalmologist at the world renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital for 14 years. He has received numerous prizes and distinctions including the Fight for Sight prize, the Moorfields Research Medal and both the Crombie and Harcourt medals from The Royal College of Ophthalmologists.

Mr Shortt studied medicine at the National University of Ireland in Dublin. He then studied for an MSc in Physiology at UCD, Dublin followed by a PhD in Ophthalmology at University College, London. This was followed by 10 years of specialised clinical, surgical and research training at Moorfields Eye Hospital culminating in his appointment as an NHS consultant at Moorfields. In 2016 he left Moorfields to establish his own independent eye clinic on London's famous Harley Street.

  • Mr Shortt sits on the editorial boards of various professional publications and has published extensively himself. He holds a research position at University College London's Institute of Ophthalmology where he and his research team are working to develop new stem cell therapies for corneal blindness.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Cataract Surgery (33%)
  • Multifocal Intraocular Lens (17%)
  • Cataracts (17%)
  • Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK) (8%)
  • Complex Cataract Surgery (8%)
  • Others (17%)

Subspecialties
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Refractive Surgery / Surgical Solutions
  • Vision Correction Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Cataracts
  • Astigmatism
  • Presbyopia
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Multifocal Intraocular Lens
  • Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)
  • Complex Cataract Surgery
  • Implantable Contact Lens (ICL)
  • Refractive Lens Exchange
  • Video Consultation

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6066328


Qualifications
  • CertLRS (Royal College of Ophthalmologists)
  • PGDipCRS (University of Ulster)
  • FRCOphth
  • PhD (University College London)
  • MRCOphth (Royal College of Ophthalmologists)
  • MSc (University College Dublin)
  • MB ChB (University College Dublin)


languages spoken
  • English

insurers
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Healix
  • Aviva Health
  • Legal & General
  • Four Points Assistance
  • Groupama
  • Norwich Union
  • Vitality Health
  • CS Healthcare
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • health-on-line
  • Simply Health
  • Bupa
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • General Medical
  • Cigna
  • April
  • The Exeter
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • Saga Insurance
  • WPA

Location

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Optegra Eye Hospital London

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25 Queen Anne Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9HT
25 Queen Anne Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9HT
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4.82
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10 Alan Turing Road, Guildford, United Kingdom, GU2 7YF
10 Alan Turing Road, Guildford, United Kingdom, GU2 7YF
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Reviews

All reviews(53)
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Cataract Surgery (3)
Multifocal Intraocular Lens (2)
Cataracts (1)
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK) (1)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

53 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Made me feel relaxed and at ease

22 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Explained everything clearly, came across very confident and reassuring

20 Mar 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Multifocal Intraocular Lens

4

5.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
3.00
Explanation

No comment

24 Nov 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery
Cataracts

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I am a retired physician and I really appreciated his professionalism and particularly the clear explanation as he executed the surgery. Pre operatively I was given a clear explanation of my options.

19 Oct 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very clear explanation of my procedure Friendly and reassuring I trusted him

09 Jun 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Multifocal Intraocular Lens
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Has a air of competence and reminds me of Thomas welling

15 Jan 2020verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

He’s very professional and gives honest advice about the best treatment for your eyes. I am very pleased with his surgery

08 Jan 2020verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Great

08 Jan 2020verified patient

4.5

5.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Alex is warm-mannered, highly expert and seems very skilled judging by the reactions of colleagues when they were checking his work. He is the perfect person if you want someone who will explain and reassure at every step. His breezy confidence can occasionally verge on casualness, but can't argue with the outcome.

25 Nov 2019verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Really positive. He reduced the stress I felt and made the whole process much less daunting.

13 Nov 2019verified patient
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Cataract Surgery (1)
Cataracts (1)
Complex Cataract Surgery (1)
Ophthalmology (1)

2 endorsements

Outstanding cataract and refractive surgeon in London who offers the latest technologies to best serve his patients. Extremely caring and highly recommended.

19 Jan 2024
Endorsed for
Refractive Surgery / Surgical Solutions
Complex Cataract Surgery
Cataracts
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Mr Oliver Bowes

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

An excellent clinician with the most gentle and approachable bedside manner. I would recommend him for unrushed care of the highest quality

13 Jul 2017
Endorsed for
Ophthalmology

Mr Amir Hamid

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Alex J Shortt's reviews like?

Mr Alex J Shortt's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 53 reviews

What languages does Mr Alex J Shortt speak?

Mr Alex J Shortt speaks English

Where is Mr Alex J Shortt located?

Mr Alex J Shortt primarily practices at Optegra Eye Hospital London, located at 25 Queen Anne Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9HT
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