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Mr Edward Herbert

Verified Ophthalmology Taunton

Mr Edward Herbert

2 years of experience 4.9 (11 verified reviews)

9,139+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
11
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Edward Herbert at a glance

Mr Edward Herbert is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Taunton, United Kingdom, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. They have 33+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2021). Serves patients in Taunton, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Mr. Edward Herbert is a highly accomplished Consultant Ophthalmologist who studied medicine at Cambridge University, where he achieved a first-class degree. He received his training in Ophthalmology in Cambridge and Liverpool, completing advanced fellowships in Surgical and Medical Retina at renowned institutions, including St Thomas’ and Moorfields Hospitals in London.
Mr. Herbert has extensive expertise in small incision cataract surgery, offering premium lenses that can reduce astigmatism and minimise the need for reading glasses. In addition to cataract surgery, he has vast experience in vitreo-retinal surgery, addressing conditions such as retinal detachment, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, and complications arising from diabetes.
In 2018, Mr. Herbert was recognised for his efforts in setting up the macular degeneration service in Taunton and was awarded the national Clinical Service Excellence Award by the Macular Society. His clinical expertise extends to providing injections for macular degeneration and performing retinal laser treatments.
Mr. Herbert’s commitment to delivering excellent patient care and advancing ophthalmic services has made him a highly respected figure in his field.

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

— Mr Edward Herbert

Education & training

  1. 2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Taunton (GB)
  2. 2021–2025 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de València, Taunton (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-307179 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-D727FE17 · issued 2026 · renewal 2036
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,178
Annual physical exam 99395 1,548
Vaccination administration 90471 3,020
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,459

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

Office, team & in practice

Edward Herbert
HEADSHOT
Edward Herbert in consultation
IN OFFICE
Edward Herbert with the team
WITH TEAM
Edward Herbert at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 80s
Meet Edward Herbert

Research & publications

h-index: 14 · i10: 7

  1. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
    Edward Herbert, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.7374/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 30749272 · cited by 146
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Edward Herbert, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7383/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 32493322 · cited by 88
  3. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
    Edward Herbert, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7642/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 38535435 · cited by 134
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Edward Herbert, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.5615/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 37094126 · cited by 180

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Taunton · 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 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.edward.herbert@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

11 verified reviews
4.91
★★★★⯨
11 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 Edward Herbert's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Mr Edward Herbert 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.

Mr Edward Herbert is one of 1,382 ophthalmology doctors indexed in United Kingdom. Browse ophthalmology doctors in United Kingdom →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Taunton matters

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  • What does Edward Herbert specialise in?

    Edward Herbert specialises in Ophthalmology in Taunton, GB. 33 years of clinical experience.

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  • Where does Edward Herbert practise?

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    Edward Herbert speaks English.

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