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Mr Vasilios Papastefanou

Mr Vasilios Papastefanou

Ophthalmologist

London, W1G 9QW

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24 years of experience
Verified profile
24 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.95

14 patient reviews

3 professional endorsements

5.00
Overall Experience
4.86
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

33 recommendations for:

Adult Ocular Oncology(9)
Eye Tumours(9)
Routine Eye Exam(3)
Other(12)

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About

Mr Vasilios Papastefanou competed his basic training in Ophthalmology in Athens, Greece and completed his PhD thesis in the University of Athens. He subsequently did extensive subspecialty training in Medical Retina (two one-year fellowships in St James University Hospital in Leeds and in Moorfields Eye Hospital in London), Ocular Oncology (one two-year fellowship in Moorfields Eye Hospital and St Bartholomew's Hospital in London) and in Oculoplastic, Lacrimal and Orbital Surgery (15-month fellowship in Addenbrookes Hospital in Cambridge)

He was a Consultant Ophthalmologist in Moorfields Eye Hospital from 2014-2019 and in Royal London Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust from 2016-2019. He has also received specialized training for aesthetic facial treatments and is a Level 7 specialist.

He has more than 30 peer-reviewed publications and more than 100 presentations in national and international meetings including invited lectures and symposia organisation.

He speaks English, French, Spanish and Greek -

Informally speaking, I also enjoy classical music (frequenting the Proms every summer and the Barbican concert halls for the rest of the year). I love photography and a good read. We are a proud Ophthalmology family - My wife is a Glaucoma Surgeon and we have a 7-year old boy .


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Adult Ocular Oncology (27%)
  • Eye Tumours (27%)
  • Routine Eye Exam (9%)
  • Ophthalmology (9%)
  • Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) (6%)
  • Others (21%)

Subspecialties
  • Adult Ocular Oncology
  • Oculoplastic Surgery
  • Retina

All conditions and treatments
  • Eye Tumours
  • Dry Eyes
  • Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
  • Blepharitis
  • Branch Retinal Artery Occlusion (BRAO)
  • Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
  • Demodex
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Droopy Eyelid (Ptosis)
  • Ectropian
  • Routine Eye Exam
  • Blepharoplasty (Eye Lid Surgery)
  • Blocked Tear Duct (NLDO) Surgery
  • Epiretinal Membrane
  • Eye Test
  • Eyelid Cyst (Chalazion) Surgery
  • Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
  • Glasses
  • Humphreys Visual Field
  • IPL (Intense Pulse Light)

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 7019214


Qualifications

MD Universty of Athens, Athens Medical School (2000)

PhD in Molecular Pharmacology and Angiogenesis, University of Athens, Athens Medical School (2009)

Opthhalmology Board Certification (2006)

Medical Retina Fellowship, St James University Hospital, Leeds (2008-2009)

Medical Retina Fellowship, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London (2009-2010)

Ocular Oncology Fellowship, St. Bartholomew's Hospital and Moorfields Eye Hospital, London (2010-2012)

Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal Surgery Fellowship, Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge (2012-2014)

Consultant Ophthalmologist, Barts Health, London (2016-2019) - Medical Retina Lead at the Royal London Hospital

Consultant Ophthalmologist, Moorfields Eye Hospital (2014-2019) - Consultant-Led Clinics in collaboration with the London Ocular Oncology Service and the Medical Retina Service

Advanced Senior Imaging Scientist and Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society (2018)

Level 7 Cerfification in Facial Cosmetic Injectable treatments (2021)


languages spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Greek
  • Spanish
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £300
  • Follow-up appointment: £250

insurers
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Vitality Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Cigna
  • Healix

Location

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25 Harley Street

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25 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9QW
25 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9QW
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4.84
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9 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9QY
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4.72
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42-46 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6NP
42-46 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6NP
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Reviews

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Adult Ocular Oncology (9)
Eye Tumours (6)
Routine Eye Exam (3)
Dry Eyes (1)
Mole Check (1)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

14 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent service and explanation

24 Nov 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Dry Eyes

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

My 2nd consultation was professional and courteous. I was very relaxed and the tests and checks carried out were thorough and the explanation was clear and easily understood.

12 Jun 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eye Tumours

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Time and energy spent in explanation and on descriptive evidence.

09 Jun 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eye Tumours
Adult Ocular Oncology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very thorough review with excellent use of technology.

09 Jun 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Adult Ocular Oncology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very nice gentlemen, knowledgeable and made me feel completely at ease. He explained all his "actions " and made sure I completely understood all he did and said to me.

18 Jan 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Routine Eye Exam
Eye Tumours

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Courteous, professional, welcoming, highly skilled

02 Dec 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Routine Eye Exam
Adult Ocular Oncology
Eye Tumours

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Papastefanou has a relaxed but focussed manner which put me at ease immediately. I felt he was extremely thorough in his assessment or me, looking at all aspects of my eye and applying his intellect and experience and his explanation of what he saw in my eye and what this meant was really clear.

26 Nov 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Adult Ocular Oncology
Oculoplastic Surgery
Eye Tumours

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I recently visited Dr Vasilios Papastefanou for my ocular melanoma follow up appointment. He was very calm and efficient and gave me very detailed information about my eyes ... i found him extremely knowledgeable and clear up understand.

15 Oct 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eye Tumours
Adult Ocular Oncology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I was very impressed with Vasilios on meeting him. He put me at ease with explaining in great depth about my condition.

18 Sep 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Adult Ocular Oncology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very professional, approachable and reassuring

11 Sep 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Routine Eye Exam
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Eye Tumours (3)
Ophthalmology (3)
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) (2)
Diabetic Retinopathy (2)

3 endorsements

I would not hestitate to recommend Mr Papastefanou for an opthalmology opinion. We have worked together previously and he is an excellent colleague. He puts the patient at the centre of all his practice, is very up to date and a superb clinican

18 Aug 2021
Endorsed for
Ophthalmology
Eye Tumours
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
+ 1 more

Dr Bobby Huda

Endocrinology & Diabetes
Is a colleague

Vasilios was my fellow 10 years ago. He was an excellent trainee, always keen to learn and well read with an academic background. He was always enthusiastic and well liked by all colleagues and patients alike. I have no hesitation in recommending him.

18 Aug 2021
Endorsed for
Ophthalmology
Eye Tumours
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
+ 2 more

Mr Simon Woodruff

Ophthalmology
I trained them

Excellent clinician, highly rated by our mutual patients.

18 Aug 2021
Endorsed for
Ophthalmology
Eye Tumours
Eyelid Lumps and Bumps

Professor Philip Bloom

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Vasilios Papastefanou's reviews like?

Mr Vasilios Papastefanou's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 14 reviews

What languages does Mr Vasilios Papastefanou speak?

Mr Vasilios Papastefanou speaks English, French, Greek and Spanish

Where is Mr Vasilios Papastefanou located?

Mr Vasilios Papastefanou primarily practices at 25 Harley Street, located at 25 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9QW
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