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Mr Damian Lake

Ophthalmology East Grinstead

Mr Damian Lake

2 years of experience

4,109+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
7
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Damian Lake at a glance

Mr Damian Lake is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in East Grinstead, United Kingdom, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. They have 29+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2022). Serves patients in East Grinstead, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Mr Damian Lake is a Consultant Ophthalmologist, Corneal and Refractive Surgeon. Within the field he is accredited in all aspects of eye care but an expert in Corneal transplantation, Cataract surgery and Refractive surgery and reconstruction of damaged eyes. Within his practice Mr Lake pays great attention to detail when treating patients and is dedicated to providing a caring service.
Upon qualifying from The University of Glasgow in 1997, Mr Lake undertook specialist Ophthalmic surgical training in London before completing two Corneal Fellowships at the world renowned Moorfields Hospital and at The Queen Victoria Hospital East Grinstead.
In addition to his practice, he lectures both nationally and internationally on his specialist interests. Mr Lake is a Fellow of The Royal College of Ophthalmologists, a member of The American Academy of Ophthalmologists, a member of the United Kingdom and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons and The Cornea Society.
Diseases, Medical Tests and TreatmentsCataract Surgery
Corneal Transplantation
Anterior Segment Reconstruction
Keratoprosthesis
Keratoconus Rehabilitation
Laser Refractive Surgery
Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Refractive lens exchange
Blepharitis
Collagen Cross Linking
Corneal disease
Dry Eyes
Ferrara Rings
Glaucoma
Intacs
Keratoconus

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

— Mr Damian Lake

Education & training

  1. 2016–2022 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, East Grinstead (GB)
  2. 2022–2026 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de València, East Grinstead (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2026-09–2027-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-492067 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-D8D7AD13 · issued 2027 · renewal 2037
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 112
Annual physical exam 99395 2,390
Vaccination administration 90471 1,566
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 145

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

Office, team & in practice

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HEADSHOT
Damian Lake in consultation
IN OFFICE
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WITH TEAM
Damian Lake at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 132s
Meet Damian Lake

Research & publications

h-index: 4 · i10: 8

  1. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
    Damian Lake, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.2924/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 30727311 · cited by 64
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Damian Lake, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5533/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 36255634 · cited by 26

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — East Grinstead · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2027
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2027
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2027

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · mr.damian.lake@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

Mr Damian Lake's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Mr Damian Lake 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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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Damian Lake specialise in?

    Damian Lake specialises in Ophthalmology in East Grinstead, GB. 29 years of clinical experience.

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    Damian Lake practises in East Grinstead, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

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    Damian Lake speaks English.

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