About
Cian Gildea is an accomplished optometrist who joined Wellington Eye Clinic in 2014. He serves as a Clinical Optometrist and contact lens specialist at both Wellington Eye Clinic and Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital. His passion lies in restoring sight through specialist contact lens fitting, encompassing a range of techniques from large diameter scleral lenses to Orthokeratology.
Cian completed his BSc in optometry at Dublin Institute of Technology, where he distinguished himself by receiving one of two available scholarships to study at the University Of Houston College Of Optometry in Texas, USA. Additionally, he holds a BSc in Property Economics from the same institution.
As a dedicated professional in his field, Cian is recognised as a Fellow of the Association of Optometrists in Ireland (FAOI), a member of the Scleral Lens Education Society (SLS), a Fellow of the International Association of Contact Lens Educators (FIACLE), a Fellow of the British Contact Lens Association (FBCLA), and a member of the European Academy of Optometry and Optics (EAOO).
Beyond his clinical work, Cian contributes his expertise to the field by consulting for Enterprise Ireland on commercialisation fund projects for various optometric, ophthalmologic, and ocular products and devices.
Cian completed his BSc in optometry at Dublin Institute of Technology, where he distinguished himself by receiving one of two available scholarships to study at the University Of Houston College Of Optometry in Texas, USA. Additionally, he holds a BSc in Property Economics from the same institution.
As a dedicated professional in his field, Cian is recognised as a Fellow of the Association of Optometrists in Ireland (FAOI), a member of the Scleral Lens Education Society (SLS), a Fellow of the International Association of Contact Lens Educators (FIACLE), a Fellow of the British Contact Lens Association (FBCLA), and a member of the European Academy of Optometry and Optics (EAOO).
Beyond his clinical work, Cian contributes his expertise to the field by consulting for Enterprise Ireland on commercialisation fund projects for various optometric, ophthalmologic, and ocular products and devices.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr Cian Gildea
Education & training
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2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2016–2020 Residency · Optometry
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2020–2021 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
IE — Medical Council of Ireland
Board certifications
European Board of Optometry
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 82 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,340 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,164 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 747 |
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 | 180.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 5 · i10: 8
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European registry analysis of Optometry outcomes
DOI: 10.6789/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35881236 · cited by 90
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Outcomes of Optometry in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.4226/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31294245 · cited by 32
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European registry analysis of Optometry outcomes
DOI: 10.5034/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 31820676 · cited by 102
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Optometry European Annual Congress (Optometry) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Optometry National Society Meeting · Dublin · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Optometry — Dublin · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2021
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2021
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2021
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Optometry
- Awareness When should you see a optometry?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · cian.gildea@euroclinics.example
Location
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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.
