Ophthalmologist
15 years of experience
Cranbrook, TN17 4AX
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15 years of experience
Cranbrook, TN17 4AX
(+2 more)
Mr Syed Shahid is a Consultant Ophthalmologist, Cataract & Vitreoretinal Surgeon. He earned his medical degree from the University of Bristol in 2010 and completed his foundation training in South Thames Foundation School. Mr. Shahid holds a Masters in Clinical Ophthalmology from University College London and underwent Ophthalmology training in the North London Deanery, culminating in an 18-month fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital.
His surgical expertise includes routine and complex cataract surgery, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, secondary intraocular lens implantation, vitreous haemorrhage, and vitreous floaters. Mr. Shahid has extensive emergency Ophthalmology experience, having served as a locum consultant in the Accident & Emergency department of Moorfields Eye Hospital from 2019 to 2020.
He has contributed to peer-reviewed journals such as Retina, British Medical Journal, and Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery, and has presented at numerous international conferences across the UK and Europe. Outside of work, Mr. Shahid enjoys playing tennis and cricket, as well as spending quality time with his family.
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General Medical Council
No. 7082761
University of Bristol
Medicine
Graduated 2010
(1096)
Kent & Canterbury Hospital. Ethelbert Road, Kent, United Kingdom, CT1 3NG
(1046)
Spencer Private Hospitals Consulting Suite, Arunde, Ashford, United Kingdom, TN24 0LZ
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Mr Syed Shahid is professional and clear. He gives full explanations for cataract surgery. Patients feel safe and get good outcomes. Reviews note his care and skilled work with cataracts.
I was very pleased with the treatment as I didn’t feel anything the drops they gave me worked a treat just a bit sore the first day only needed two paracetamols
Very pleasant manner made me feel valued & carer for & spoke me me to reassure me what he was doing
Mr Shahid was very professional and is clearly an expert in his field.
Mr Shahid explained what was happening as he operated which was good. I found the experience unpleasant but fortunately that only lasts a few minutes.
Excellent. Nothing but help and kindness from checking in.
A very pleasant man who was informative and provided excellent care.
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Mr Syed Shahid's overall patient rating is 4.93 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 131 reviews.
What languages does Mr Syed Shahid speak?
Mr Syed Shahid speaks English
Where is Mr Syed Shahid located?
Mr Syed Shahid primarily practices at Benenden Hospital, located at Goddards Green Road Benenden, Cranbrook, United Kingdom, TN17 4AX
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Does Mr Syed Shahid accept new patients?
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