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Mr Malcolm Woodcock
👤 9 years of experience
10,597+
Patients seen
9
Years in practice
5
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Mr. Malcolm Woodcock is a highly experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist and Vitreoretinal Surgeon, serving at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust. He established and currently manages the vitreoretinal (VR) service in Worcestershire and collaborates closely with the regional VR service at the Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre (BMEC) at City Hospital in Birmingham. Within Worcestershire, Mr. Woodcock is the designated specialist for complex cataract cases requiring further intervention, and he also performs a high volume of routine cataract surgeries.
Mr. Woodcock's expertise extends to a wide range of retinal surgeries, including macular hole repairs, epiretinal membrane peeling, and retinal detachment repairs. Beyond his work in vitreoretinal surgery, he holds a unique specialisation in aviation medicine. Between 2007 and 2014, he served as the Head of Aviation Ophthalmology for the UK's three armed services—Fleet Air Arm, Army Air Corps, and the RAF.
A sought-after speaker, Mr. Woodcock frequently lectures on topics related to ophthalmology and vitreoretinal surgery to professional groups such as optometrists, GPs, and military medical officers. He is also a regular lecturer on aviation ophthalmology at the Royal Air Force's Centre for Aviation Medicine and King’s College London, particularly contributing to the internationally recognised Diploma of Aviation Medicine course. His academic engagements include teaching and lecturing to medical students at esteemed institutions such as the universities of Cambridge, Birmingham, Cape Town, and University College London (UCL).
Mr. Woodcock is actively engaged in research, maintaining collaborations with Moorfields Eye Hospital in London and the Centre of Aviation Medicine at RAF Boscombe Down. He has authored numerous publications in scientific journals and presented his research at both national and international conferences. Additionally, he serves as a reviewer for four international ophthalmology journals.
His research interests encompass cataract and refractive surgery, ocular trauma, aviation ophthalmology, as well as advanced intraocular lens technology, including premium, toric anti-astigmatic, and multifocal lenses, and clear lens extraction refractive surgery.
Mr. Woodcock's expertise extends to a wide range of retinal surgeries, including macular hole repairs, epiretinal membrane peeling, and retinal detachment repairs. Beyond his work in vitreoretinal surgery, he holds a unique specialisation in aviation medicine. Between 2007 and 2014, he served as the Head of Aviation Ophthalmology for the UK's three armed services—Fleet Air Arm, Army Air Corps, and the RAF.
A sought-after speaker, Mr. Woodcock frequently lectures on topics related to ophthalmology and vitreoretinal surgery to professional groups such as optometrists, GPs, and military medical officers. He is also a regular lecturer on aviation ophthalmology at the Royal Air Force's Centre for Aviation Medicine and King’s College London, particularly contributing to the internationally recognised Diploma of Aviation Medicine course. His academic engagements include teaching and lecturing to medical students at esteemed institutions such as the universities of Cambridge, Birmingham, Cape Town, and University College London (UCL).
Mr. Woodcock is actively engaged in research, maintaining collaborations with Moorfields Eye Hospital in London and the Centre of Aviation Medicine at RAF Boscombe Down. He has authored numerous publications in scientific journals and presented his research at both national and international conferences. Additionally, he serves as a reviewer for four international ophthalmology journals.
His research interests encompass cataract and refractive surgery, ocular trauma, aviation ophthalmology, as well as advanced intraocular lens technology, including premium, toric anti-astigmatic, and multifocal lenses, and clear lens extraction refractive surgery.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr Malcolm Woodcock
Education & training
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2007–2013 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2013–2017 Residency · Ophthalmology
Career & appointments
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2017-09–2018-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Ophthalmology
Malpractice insurance:
AXA Healthcare Liability · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,192 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,750 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 3,038 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,297 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 540.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 60 min | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 16 · i10: 9
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Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
DOI: 10.8857/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 35451172 · cited by 64
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Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
DOI: 10.8139/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 30463063 · cited by 50
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Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
DOI: 10.1835/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 39511634 · cited by 180
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Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
DOI: 10.4233/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 33951243 · cited by 166
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Ophthalmology European Annual Congress (Ophthalmology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Ophthalmology National Society Meeting · Worcester · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Worcester · 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 2018
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2018
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2018
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology
- Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · mr.malcolm.woodcock@euroclinics.example
- Accepted international insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
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10 reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 5.0
- Knowledge
- 5.0
- Wait Time
- 4.8
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.0
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.9
- Value For Money
- 4.9
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99.0
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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