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Dr. Francesco Pillitteri

Verified Ophthalmology Cleckheaton

Dr. Francesco Pillitteri

2 years of experience 5.0 (4 verified reviews)

10,023+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
13
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Francesco Pillitteri at a glance

Dr. Francesco Pillitteri is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Cleckheaton, United Kingdom, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 21+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2023). Serves patients in Cleckheaton, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Francesco Pillitteri is a Consultant Ophthalmologist with expertise in both medical and surgical ophthalmology, specialising in cataract and refractive surgery. He currently serves as a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust and is also a Clinical Partner at Newmedica.

Dr Pillitteri graduated in Medicine from the Università degli Studi di Palermo in 2005 before progressing through specialist ophthalmic training and gaining the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma (EBOD) in 2014. He was awarded Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology and in 2018, he completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery at Ulster University, further strengthening his expertise in advanced lens and refractive procedures.

Before relocating to the United Kingdom, Dr Pillitteri worked as a consultant in private practice in Italy, developing broad experience across both general and specialist ophthalmology. He also undertook the prestigious role of Honorary Medical Retina Fellow at Moorfields Eye Hospital, one of the world’s leading ophthalmic centres, where he gained advanced experience in the diagnosis and management of retinal disease.

Known for his patient-focused approach and surgical precision, Mr Pillitteri combines extensive international experience with modern ophthalmic techniques to deliver high-quality, personalised eye care.

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

— Dr. Francesco Pillitteri

Education & training

  1. 2017–2023 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Cleckheaton (GB)
  2. 2023–2027 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Cleckheaton (GB)
  3. 2027–2028 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    AP-HP Paris, FR

Career & appointments

  1. 2027-09–2028-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-901450 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-E96B3362 · issued 2028 · renewal 2038
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,057
Annual physical exam 99395 2,199
Vaccination administration 90471 3,047
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 216

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 720.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Francesco Pillitteri
HEADSHOT
Francesco Pillitteri in consultation
IN OFFICE
Francesco Pillitteri with the team
WITH TEAM
Francesco Pillitteri at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 84s
Meet Francesco Pillitteri

Research & publications

h-index: 6 · i10: 3

  1. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Francesco Pillitteri, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2450/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38675797 · cited by 201
  2. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Francesco Pillitteri, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.6342/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 39742090 · cited by 131

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

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 · francesco.pillitteri@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

4 verified reviews
5.00
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5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.8
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

  • ★★★★★ ✓ 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

Dr. Francesco Pillitteri's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr. Francesco Pillitteri 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.

Dr. Francesco Pillitteri is one of 1,382 ophthalmology doctors indexed in United Kingdom. Browse ophthalmology doctors in United Kingdom →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Cleckheaton matters

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    Francesco Pillitteri specialises in Ophthalmology in Cleckheaton, GB. 21 years of clinical experience.

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