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Dr Michael Giblin

Ophthalmology Tweed Heads

Dr Michael Giblin

16 years of experience

3,367+
Patients seen
16
Years in practice
11
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Michael Giblin at a glance

Dr Michael Giblin is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Tweed Heads, Australia, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2006). Serves patients in Tweed Heads, Australia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Giblin is a highly skilled ophthalmologist dedicated to providing patients with individualised and compassionate eye care. They possess a deep understanding of the eye's intricate workings and utilise advanced diagnostic and treatment techniques to address a wide range of ophthalmological conditions.
Dr Giblin prioritises patient education and believes in fostering strong doctor-patient relationships built on trust and open communication. They take the time to thoroughly explain diagnoses, treatment options, and potential outcomes, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their eye health.

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

— Dr Michael Giblin

Education & training

  1. 2000–2006 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Tweed Heads (AU)
  2. 2006–2010 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad de Navarra, Tweed Heads (AU)

Career & appointments

  1. 2010-09–2011-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-510490 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-E7DC53ED · issued 2011 · renewal 2021
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,087
Annual physical exam 99395 2,473
Vaccination administration 90471 1,881
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,790

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

Office, team & in practice

Michael Giblin in consultation
IN OFFICE
Michael Giblin with the team
WITH TEAM
Michael Giblin at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 124s
Meet Michael Giblin

Research & publications

h-index: 14 · i10: 13

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Michael Giblin, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.6189/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38716982 · cited by 199
  2. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across AU
    Michael Giblin, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2253/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 35311588 · cited by 197
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Michael Giblin, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.8220/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 34313694 · cited by 19
  4. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across AU
    Michael Giblin, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.3099/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 34263514 · cited by 169

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Tweed Heads · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2011
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2011
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2011

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · michael.giblin@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

Dr Michael Giblin's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Michael Giblin treats, with the size of the national pool of Australia doctors offering the same care.

Ophthalmology

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

Dr Michael Giblin is one of 767 ophthalmology doctors indexed in Australia. Browse ophthalmology doctors in Australia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Tweed Heads matters

Medical practice in Australia is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Australia medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Tweed Heads carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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  • What does Michael Giblin specialise in?

    Michael Giblin specialises in Ophthalmology in Tweed Heads, AU.

  • What conditions does Michael Giblin treat?

    Michael Giblin treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Michael Giblin practise?

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  • What languages does Michael Giblin speak?

    Michael Giblin speaks English.

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