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Mr Eric Barnes

Verified Ophthalmology Newcastle-Upon-Tyne

Mr Eric Barnes

2 years of experience 4.8 (12 verified reviews)

7,376+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
8
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Eric Barnes at a glance

Mr Eric Barnes is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, United Kingdom, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. They have 38+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Mr. Eric Barnes is a highly experienced ophthalmic surgeon based in Newcastle. His primary focus is on treating conditions including cataracts, watery eyes, and eyelid issues such as lumps, tumours, and malpositions. Additionally, he is an expert in performing YAG laser capsulotomy to address post-cataract surgery complications and has extensive experience in administering Botulinum toxin (Botox) for cosmetic purposes.

Mr. Barnes completed his medical degree at St George's Hospital Medical School in 1988. He underwent training at several prestigious institutions, including Chelsea and Westminster, Charing Cross, St Thomas’ Hospital, The Western Eye Hospital, and Moorfields Eye Hospital. His training also included an extended oculoplastic fellowship, which specialised in lacrimal (watery eyes) and eyelid surgery.

In addition to his clinical roles, Mr. Barnes is committed to medical education. Since 2002, he has been responsible for developing the undergraduate ophthalmic course at Newcastle University. Furthermore, he has organised national courses focusing on peri-ocular tumours.

Mr. Barnes is a member of several prominent ophthalmic societies, including the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, UK and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He is also a founding member of the British Oculoplastic Surgeons Society and hosted their annual conference in Newcastle in 2008.

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

— Mr Eric Barnes

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Newcastle-upon-Tyne (GB)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Newcastle-upon-Tyne (GB)
  3. 2024–2025 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Cleveland Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-574813 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-956CE7CB · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,526
Annual physical exam 99395 1,472
Vaccination administration 90471 2,640
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,799

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 120 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Eric Barnes
HEADSHOT
Eric Barnes in consultation
IN OFFICE
Eric Barnes with the team
WITH TEAM
Eric Barnes at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 135s
Meet Eric Barnes

Research & publications

h-index: 11 · i10: 10

  1. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Eric Barnes, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.9138/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 37673175 · cited by 70
  2. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Eric Barnes, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.8990/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 39745700 · cited by 156
  3. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Eric Barnes, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.2058/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 34101153 · cited by 50
  4. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Eric Barnes, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.8872/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 38834749 · cited by 120

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Newcastle-upon-Tyne · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2025

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

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

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

12 verified reviews
4.83
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12 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
4.9
Knowledge
4.9
Wait Time
4.6
Staff Friendliness
4.9
Ease Of Appointment
4.7
Value For Money
4.8
Would Recommend Pct
96.0
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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 Eric Barnes's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Mr Eric Barnes 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 Eric Barnes is one of 1,382 ophthalmology doctors indexed in United Kingdom. Browse ophthalmology doctors in United Kingdom →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne matters

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  • What does Eric Barnes specialise in?

    Eric Barnes specialises in Ophthalmology in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, GB. 38 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Eric Barnes treat?

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    Eric Barnes speaks English.

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