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Mr Andrew Coombes

Verified Ophthalmology London

Mr Andrew Coombes

2 years of experience 4.9 (57 verified reviews)

3,150+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
8
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Andrew Coombes at a glance

Mr Andrew Coombes is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in London, United Kingdom, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. They have 35+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2021). Serves patients in London, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Mr Andrew Coombes, Consultant Eye Surgeon, has been working within the Barts Health NHS Trust since 2003. He is highly specialised in Oculoplastic (eyelid surgery and cosmetic procedures), lacrimal (tear drainage) & orbital surgery, as well as Cataract and Corneal surgery. His work mainly takes place at Royal London Hospital where he is Service Lead for the Adnexal and Cataract and Corneal service. He also has a wide range of experience treating glaucoma, medical retina, uveitis, strabismus.
Mr Coombes qualified with a Bachelors in Medicine and Surgery for St Bart's Medical College in 1991, during this period he won several prizes and undertook an additional Bachelors in Immunology. During his speciality training, he undertook several high-profile fellowships at internationally renowned institutions including Sydney Eye Hospital, Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, and Moorfields Eye Hospital.
Mr Coombes is also an active researcher, publishing numerous peer-reviewed articles and has written several books on cataracts and trauma. He has several roles within medical education including College Tutor and Education Supervisor within the Royal London Hospital. He also teaches undergraduate and postgrad students on ophthalmologic topics.

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

— Mr Andrew Coombes

Education & training

  1. 2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, London (GB)
  2. 2021–2025 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, London (GB)
  3. 2025–2026 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    AP-HP Paris, FR

Career & appointments

  1. 2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-810799 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-688F2B0D · issued 2026 · renewal 2036
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,591
Annual physical exam 99395 753
Vaccination administration 90471 217
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,390

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 90 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Andrew Coombes
HEADSHOT
Andrew Coombes in consultation
IN OFFICE
Andrew Coombes with the team
WITH TEAM
Andrew Coombes at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 135s
Meet Andrew Coombes

Research & publications

h-index: 3 · i10: 3

  1. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Andrew Coombes, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.3471/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 33068812 · cited by 127
  2. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Andrew Coombes, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.8545/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 35254399 · cited by 181

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2026
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2026
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2026

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · mr.andrew.coombes@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

57 verified reviews
4.92
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57 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.7
Staff Friendliness
4.9
Ease Of Appointment
4.8
Value For Money
4.8
Would Recommend Pct
97.0
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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

Mr Andrew Coombes's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Mr Andrew Coombes 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.

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    Andrew Coombes speaks English.

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