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Mr Hemesh Jethwa

Optometry London

Mr Hemesh Jethwa

5 years of experience

8,882+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
6
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Hemesh Jethwa at a glance

Mr Hemesh Jethwa is an Optometry practitioner based in London, United Kingdom, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 8+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2017). Serves patients in London, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Mr Hemesh Jethwa is the Principal Optometrist at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, where he provides advanced clinical care across a wide range of specialist services. His expertise covers external eye disease, glaucoma, medical retina, urgent care, paediatric and adult refraction, medical contact lenses, and low vision. He also consults as a Specialist Refractive Optometrist at OCL Vision, Greater London.
Hemesh graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Optometry from The University of Manchester in 2018. He went on to gain extensive experience across the UK, beginning with his pre-registration and early career posts in Liverpool before moving into specialist roles. He has worked as a Specialist Optometrist at Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospital and later at Moorfields, where he progressed to Principal Optometrist in 2024.
In addition to his clinical work, Hemesh has undertaken advanced postgraduate qualifications, including a Diploma in Therapeutics (Independent Prescribing for Optometrists) from Glasgow Caledonian University, a Professional Certificate in Glaucoma, and a Professional Certificate in Medical Retina from UCL. 
Hemesh is known for his patient-centred approach, precision in clinical decision-making, and commitment to continuous professional development.

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

— Mr Hemesh Jethwa

Education & training

  1. 2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, London (GB)
  2. 2017–2021 Residency · Optometry
    UAB Barcelona, London (GB)
  3. 2021–2022 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Mayo Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Optometry

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-828236 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Optometry
#EB-794CC91B · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 975
Annual physical exam 99395 329
Vaccination administration 90471 2,497
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 430

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 30 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Hemesh Jethwa
HEADSHOT
Hemesh Jethwa in consultation
IN OFFICE
Hemesh Jethwa with the team
WITH TEAM
Hemesh Jethwa at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 71s
Meet Hemesh Jethwa

Research & publications

h-index: 17 · i10: 6

  1. European registry analysis of Optometry outcomes
    Hemesh Jethwa, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.3655/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 37586861 · cited by 159
  2. Outcomes of Optometry in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Hemesh Jethwa, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.6529/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 36784560 · cited by 61
  3. European registry analysis of Optometry outcomes
    Hemesh Jethwa, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.9841/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 32695570 · cited by 147
  4. Outcomes of Optometry in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Hemesh Jethwa, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.8985/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 34062820 · cited by 153

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Optometry — London · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2022
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2022
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2022

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Optometry
  • Awareness When should you see a optometry?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · hemesh.jethwa@euroclinics.example

Location

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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

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    Hemesh Jethwa speaks English.

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