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Mr Basel Al-Ahmar

Verified Ophthalmology Taunton

Mr Basel Al-Ahmar

2 years of experience 5.0 (28 verified reviews)

8,265+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
7
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Basel Al-Ahmar at a glance

Mr Basel Al-Ahmar is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Taunton, United Kingdom, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. They have 32+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Taunton, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Mr Basel Al-Ahmar is an experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist, widely respected for his expertise in medical retina care and high-volume cataract surgery. A graduate of the Faculty of Medicine at Damascus University, he went on to complete his specialist ophthalmology training through the Syrian Ministry of Health before earning the Arab Board Certificate in Ophthalmology.
Since relocating to the UK in 2002, Mr Al-Ahmar has held a range of senior clinical roles across the UK, Saudi Arabia and Gibraltar, gaining broad international experience in eye care. He achieved specialist registration in ophthalmology in 2012.
Mr Al-Ahmar has performed more than 10,000 cataract surgeries, consistently delivering excellent outcomes with exceptionally low complication rates and high levels of patient satisfaction. His clinical work spans all aspects of medical retina, cataract management and laser eye procedures, where he is known for his precision, clinical judgement and patient-focused approach.
Alongside his clinical practice, he has contributed to the advancement of ophthalmology through research publications and presentations at regional and international scientific meetings. He is a Member of both the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Mr Basel Al-Ahmar

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Taunton (GB)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad de Sevilla, Taunton (GB)
  3. 2024–2025 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    AP-HP Paris, FR

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-536757 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-BC954688 · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 142
Annual physical exam 99395 272
Vaccination administration 90471 2,488
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,335

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
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 60 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Basel Al-Ahmar
HEADSHOT
Basel Al-Ahmar in consultation
IN OFFICE
Basel Al-Ahmar with the team
WITH TEAM
Basel Al-Ahmar at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 96s
Meet Basel Al-Ahmar

Research & publications

h-index: 3 · i10: 13

  1. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Basel Al-Ahmar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.3810/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38596475 · cited by 94
  2. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Basel Al-Ahmar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3034/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 32554150 · cited by 20

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Ophthalmology European Annual Congress (Ophthalmology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Ophthalmology National Society Meeting · Taunton · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Taunton · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2025

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology
  • Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · basel.al.ahmar@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

28 verified reviews
4.95
★★★★⯨
28 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
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
98.0
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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Mr Basel Al-Ahmar's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Mr Basel Al-Ahmar treats, with the size of the national pool of United Kingdom doctors offering the same care.

Ophthalmology

Eye care including refractive surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease and paediatric vision.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Basel Al-Ahmar specialise in?

    Basel Al-Ahmar specialises in Ophthalmology in Taunton, GB. 32 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Basel Al-Ahmar treat?

    Basel Al-Ahmar treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Basel Al-Ahmar practise?

    Basel Al-Ahmar practises in Taunton, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Basel Al-Ahmar speak?

    Basel Al-Ahmar speaks English, Arabic.

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