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Mr Laurence Whitefield

Ophthalmology London

Mr Laurence Whitefield

12 years of experience

4,665+
Patients seen
12
Years in practice
4
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Laurence Whitefield at a glance

Mr Laurence Whitefield is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in London, United Kingdom, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. They have 37+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2010). Serves patients in London, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Mr Laurence Whitefield is a renowned and respected Consultant Ophthalmologist with BMI Healthcare and the Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust. He helps those suffering from age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal detachment. The skilled surgeon has a particular interest in cataract surgery and during his training he was exposed to the modern phacoemulsification techniques when they were introduced to the UK. He is an active member of Alcon's Refractive Cataract Surgery committee and is committed to optimising experiences and outcomes for patients.
He began his career at Charing Cross and Westminster Medical School where he was awarded his Medical Degree in 1989. He completed his rotational training scheme and was awarded Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists in 1993. He is heavily involved in medical education and runs advanced cataract surgery courses for fellow practitioners.
In his spare time, Mr Whitefeild enjoys staying active by cycling.
Diseases, Medical Tests and TreatmentsCataract Surgery
Minor Eyelid Procedures
Eyelid Cyst or Lesion Removal
Intraocular Injections
Cataracts
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Retinal Detachment
Diabetic Retinopathy

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

— Mr Laurence Whitefield

Education & training

  1. 2004–2010 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, London (GB)
  2. 2010–2014 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de Barcelona, London (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2014-09–2015-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-99213 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-9DC4E658 · issued 2015 · renewal 2025
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 99
Annual physical exam 99395 2,581
Vaccination administration 90471 1,437
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,762

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 30 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Laurence Whitefield
HEADSHOT
Laurence Whitefield in consultation
IN OFFICE
Laurence Whitefield with the team
WITH TEAM
Laurence Whitefield at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 66s
Meet Laurence Whitefield

Research & publications

h-index: 19 · i10: 5

  1. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
    Laurence Whitefield, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.5798/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 35075687 · cited by 75
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Laurence Whitefield, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.1757/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 30277239 · cited by 105
  3. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
    Laurence Whitefield, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.4010/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 37245784 · cited by 119

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2015
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2015
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2015

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · mr.laurence.whitefield@euroclinics.example

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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 Laurence Whitefield's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Mr Laurence Whitefield 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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    Laurence Whitefield speaks English.

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