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Mr Alex Baneke
👤 2 years of experience
10,906+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
14
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Mr Alex Baneke is a leading Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon specialising in cataract and glaucoma surgery. He studied medicine at Oxford University and University College London before his ophthalmic specialty training, the majority of which was based at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London. He completed an 18-month fellowship in surgical glaucoma at Moorfields, gaining extensive experience in managing both routine and complex cases of glaucoma and cataract.
Alongside his clinical training, Mr Baneke completed a research fellowship in glaucoma at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital, publishing internationally in the field. His research interests focus on advancing understanding and treatment approaches for glaucoma.
Mr Baneke is leading transformative changes to the delivery of NHS glaucoma care in Mid and South Essex, more than halving the waiting list for patients over the past 3 years. He currently leads fellowships at Southend and Orsett hospitals, where he is actively involved in training ophthalmic surgeons in cataract and glaucoma surgery. Through this role, he supports the development of future specialists and contributes to the continued advancement of ophthalmic surgery in the UK.
Outside of work, Mr Baneke lives with his wife and two small children in Essex. When he has time he enjoys long bike rides in the British countryside or relaxing with a good book and a coffee in the garden.
With extensive training at world-renowned institutions and significant clinical and research expertise, Mr Baneke provides caring, comprehensive care for patients requiring surgical and medical management of cataract and glaucoma.
Alongside his clinical training, Mr Baneke completed a research fellowship in glaucoma at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital, publishing internationally in the field. His research interests focus on advancing understanding and treatment approaches for glaucoma.
Mr Baneke is leading transformative changes to the delivery of NHS glaucoma care in Mid and South Essex, more than halving the waiting list for patients over the past 3 years. He currently leads fellowships at Southend and Orsett hospitals, where he is actively involved in training ophthalmic surgeons in cataract and glaucoma surgery. Through this role, he supports the development of future specialists and contributes to the continued advancement of ophthalmic surgery in the UK.
Outside of work, Mr Baneke lives with his wife and two small children in Essex. When he has time he enjoys long bike rides in the British countryside or relaxing with a good book and a coffee in the garden.
With extensive training at world-renowned institutions and significant clinical and research expertise, Mr Baneke provides caring, comprehensive care for patients requiring surgical and medical management of cataract and glaucoma.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr Alex Baneke
Education & training
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2017–2023 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2023–2027 Residency · Ophthalmology
Career & appointments
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2027-09–2028-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Ophthalmology
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,148 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 482 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,058 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 693 |
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 | 120 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 180.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 13 · i10: 11
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Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
DOI: 10.4660/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 36150814 · cited by 12
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Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
DOI: 10.7640/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 30983361 · cited by 78
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Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
DOI: 10.4206/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 39952886 · cited by 192
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Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
DOI: 10.9434/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 31664262 · cited by 154
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Ophthalmology European Annual Congress (Ophthalmology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Ophthalmology National Society Meeting · Brentwood · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Brentwood · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
- 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2028
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2028
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2028
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology
- Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · alex.baneke@euroclinics.example
- Accepted international insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
53 verified reviews4.98
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53 reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 5.0
- Knowledge
- 5.0
- Wait Time
- 4.7
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.0
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.9
- Value For Money
- 4.9
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99.0
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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