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Mr Harry Orlans
👤 2 years of experience
11,174+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
5
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Harry Orlans is a Consultant Vitreoretinal Surgeon and Ophthalmologist with his NHS practice based at East & North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust. He specialises in all aspects of vitreoretinal and cataract surgery, including the surgical management of floaters, epiretinal membrane, macular hole, retinal detachment, vitreous haemorrhage, and complex or secondary lens surgery. In addition, he performs a wide range of laser procedures such as YAG laser posterior capsulotomy, laser retinopexy, pan-retinal photocoagulation, and laser peripheral iridotomy, and also sees general ophthalmology and emergency patients.
Mr Orlans has undertaken comprehensive training at some of the world’s most prestigious institutions. He graduated from the University of Cambridge with a First Class degree in Physiology and Neuroscience, ranking top in the University, before completing his Clinical Medicine training with Distinction at the University of Oxford. He completed his Ophthalmic Specialist Training within the North London Deanery and went on to undertake highly competitive fellowships in Vitreoretinal Surgery at St Thomas’ Hospital and Moorfields Eye Hospital in London. He also holds a PhD from the University of Oxford, where his research focused on pioneering treatments for inherited retinal diseases.
His clinical and academic achievements have been recognised through numerous prestigious prizes and grants, including the Crombie Medal and the AMO Prize from the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, the Ruskell Medal from the Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers, and the Founder’s Cup from the Oxford Ophthalmological Congress. He has also been awarded research funding exceeding £1.5 million from the UK Medical Research Council.
Mr Orlans is actively involved in clinical research and education within vitreoretinal surgery, ophthalmology, and retinal science. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and currently serves as a Tutor in Ophthalmology at the University of Cambridge, contributing to the training of future ophthalmologists.
Mr Orlans has undertaken comprehensive training at some of the world’s most prestigious institutions. He graduated from the University of Cambridge with a First Class degree in Physiology and Neuroscience, ranking top in the University, before completing his Clinical Medicine training with Distinction at the University of Oxford. He completed his Ophthalmic Specialist Training within the North London Deanery and went on to undertake highly competitive fellowships in Vitreoretinal Surgery at St Thomas’ Hospital and Moorfields Eye Hospital in London. He also holds a PhD from the University of Oxford, where his research focused on pioneering treatments for inherited retinal diseases.
His clinical and academic achievements have been recognised through numerous prestigious prizes and grants, including the Crombie Medal and the AMO Prize from the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, the Ruskell Medal from the Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers, and the Founder’s Cup from the Oxford Ophthalmological Congress. He has also been awarded research funding exceeding £1.5 million from the UK Medical Research Council.
Mr Orlans is actively involved in clinical research and education within vitreoretinal surgery, ophthalmology, and retinal science. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and currently serves as a Tutor in Ophthalmology at the University of Cambridge, contributing to the training of future ophthalmologists.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr Harry Orlans
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 · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,428 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,898 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,178 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 901 |
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 | 540.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 6 · i10: 13
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Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
DOI: 10.5580/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 34495240 · cited by 28
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Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
DOI: 10.1939/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 37295346 · cited by 14
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Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
DOI: 10.6911/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 35926709 · cited by 72
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Ophthalmology European Annual Congress (Ophthalmology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Ophthalmology National Society Meeting · Hitchin · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Hitchin · 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 · harry.orlans.1@euroclinics.example
- Accepted international insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
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98 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
- 98.0
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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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