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Mr
Mr Ijaz Sheikh
English
Punjabi
Urdu
3,548+
Patients seen
9
Years in practice
11
Publications
3
Languages spoken
About
Mr Ijaz Sheikh is a Consultant Ophthalmologist with over three decades of clinical experience in ophthalmology. He currently consults privately at Ashtead Hospital, Gatwick Park Hospital and North Downs Hospital.
Mr Sheikh completed his Bachelor's degree (1982) and medical degree at the University of Punjab, Pakistan in 1985. He was awarded a Membership with the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, UK in 1992 and became a Fellow in Ophthalmology with the Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow in 1993.
In his current clinical posts, he diagnoses and manages a broad range of both complex and general eye conditions, including: diabetic retinopathy, cataract, complex uveitis, retinal vein occlusion and macular degeneration.
Mr Sheikh has extensive expertise in several treatment procedures, such as laser treatment for diabetic eye conditions, intravitreal injection therapy, cataract surgery and blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery). He has special interests in age-related macular degeneration, floaters and advanced retinal diseases.
In addition to his clinical practice, Mr Sheikh is a keen researcher and has several international publications and presentations. His current research interests surround the use of Deep Learning and Artificial Intelligence based assessments for diabetic retinopathy in developing countries.
He is also actively involved in the teaching and training of other ophthalmologists, optometrists and nurses. He currently holds the position of Examiner for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.
Mr Sheikh completed his Bachelor's degree (1982) and medical degree at the University of Punjab, Pakistan in 1985. He was awarded a Membership with the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, UK in 1992 and became a Fellow in Ophthalmology with the Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow in 1993.
In his current clinical posts, he diagnoses and manages a broad range of both complex and general eye conditions, including: diabetic retinopathy, cataract, complex uveitis, retinal vein occlusion and macular degeneration.
Mr Sheikh has extensive expertise in several treatment procedures, such as laser treatment for diabetic eye conditions, intravitreal injection therapy, cataract surgery and blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery). He has special interests in age-related macular degeneration, floaters and advanced retinal diseases.
In addition to his clinical practice, Mr Sheikh is a keen researcher and has several international publications and presentations. His current research interests surround the use of Deep Learning and Artificial Intelligence based assessments for diabetic retinopathy in developing countries.
He is also actively involved in the teaching and training of other ophthalmologists, optometrists and nurses. He currently holds the position of Examiner for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr Ijaz Sheikh
Education & training
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2007–2013 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2013–2017 Residency · Ophthalmology
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2017–2018 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2017-09–2018-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Ophthalmology
Malpractice insurance:
AXA Healthcare Liability · 4,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,185 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,167 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,951 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,776 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 30 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 6 · i10: 4
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European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
DOI: 10.3633/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 30287429 · cited by 129
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Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.5252/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 38240857 · cited by 147
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European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
DOI: 10.2809/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 34250871 · cited by 141
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Ophthalmology European Annual Congress (Ophthalmology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Ophthalmology National Society Meeting · Surrey · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Surrey · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2018
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2018
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2018
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 4.94
- Knowledge
- 4.97
- Wait Time
- 4.64
- Staff Friendliness
- 4.91
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.79
- Value For Money
- 4.81
- Would Recommend Pct
- 97
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology
- Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · mr.ijaz.sheikh@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
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