15 years of experience
Cranbrook, TN17 4AX
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About Mr Syed Shahid
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.
Subspecialties
- Cataract Surgery
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 7082761
Education
University of Bristol
Medicine
Graduated 2010
Qualifications
Mr Shahid obtained his medical degree from the University of Bristol in 2010, before going on to foundation training in South Thames Foundation School.
He has a Masters in Clinical Ophthalmology from University College London and completed his Ophthalmology training in the popular North London Deanery culminating in an 18-month fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital where he was trained by experts within the field of surgical retina.
Mr Shahid's specialist surgical expertise includes but is not limited to: routine and complex cataract surgery, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, secondary intraocular lens implantation, vitreous haemorrhage and vitreous floaters.
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Bupa
- WPA
- Healix Health Services
- AXA Health
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
Locations
Benenden Hospital
Goddards Green Road Benenden, Cranbrook, United Kingdom, TN17 4AX
Spencer Private Hospital Canterbury
Kent & Canterbury Hospital. Ethelbert Road, Kent, United Kingdom, CT1 3NG
Spencer Private Hospital Ashford
Spencer Private Hospitals Consulting Suite, Arunde, Ashford, United Kingdom, TN24 0LZ
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Mr Syed Shahid is professional in his patient interactions, where patients describe him as reassuring, kind, and caring. He provides clear and precise explanations, offering detailed information on procedures such as cataract surgery to make patients feel at ease and confident. This approach yields excellent treatment outcomes and a positive overall experience for patients, demonstrating his expertise in vision correction.
He gave a good explanation of why the procedures were required and what they were going to do
Mr. Shahid performed the surgery and was very reassuring.
I found Mr Shahid answered all the queries I had and was very reassuring during the procedure. I feel I could not have been treated better
Clear consultation well informed. Operation went well Syed was very caring as I was nervous!
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Mr Syed Shahid's overall patient rating is 4.94 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 155 reviews.
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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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