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Mr Ricardo Peixoto

Verified Ophthalmology Leicester

Mr Ricardo Peixoto

2 years of experience 5.0 (53 verified reviews)

8,128+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
10
Publications
3
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Ricardo Peixoto at a glance

Mr Ricardo Peixoto is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Leicester, United Kingdom, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 15+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2022). Serves patients in Leicester, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Ricardo de Sousa Peixoto is a highly regarded Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon based at the Royal Derby Hospital, specialised in managing a wide range of eye conditions. He has qualifications from the University of Warwick and a PhD in genetics from the University of Edinburgh. He has combined his strong academic foundation with advanced clinical training, as he went on to complete fellowships in glaucoma at Queen’s Medical Centre, Nottingham, and the Birmingham Midlands Eye Centre. He specialises in glaucoma care, particularly complex cases requiring innovative surgical interventions like glaucoma drainage devices and minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries (MIGS).

Dr Peixoto is a pioneer in his field, establishing the MIGS service at Derby and being certified to implant advanced devices such as the OMNI®, iStent® and Preserflo™. He is recognised as a key opinion leader in the OMNI® system, as he shares his expertise with glaucoma surgeons nationwide. His practice also includes cataract surgery with premium lenses, alongside treatment for conditions like dry eye and blepharitis.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr Peixoto is actively involved in impactful research and holds leadership roles within the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. Fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish, and he provides patient-centred care of the highest standard and is dedicated to the advancement of ophthalmology.

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

— Mr Ricardo Peixoto

Education & training

  1. 2016–2022 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Leicester (GB)
  2. 2022–2026 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de Barcelona, Leicester (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2026-09–2027-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-449404 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-97EA3657 · issued 2027 · renewal 2037
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,424
Annual physical exam 99395 1,878
Vaccination administration 90471 2,734
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 169

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

Office, team & in practice

Ricardo Peixoto
HEADSHOT
Ricardo Peixoto in consultation
IN OFFICE
Ricardo Peixoto with the team
WITH TEAM
Ricardo Peixoto at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 119s
Meet Ricardo Peixoto

Research & publications

h-index: 17 · i10: 2

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Ricardo Peixoto, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.1932/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 36853133 · cited by 56
  2. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
    Ricardo Peixoto, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.1886/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 31127038 · cited by 58

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Leicester · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national

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 · ricardo.de.sousa.peixoto.1@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

53 verified reviews
4.97
★★★★⯨
53 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.7
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
98.0
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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 Ricardo Peixoto's Areas of Specialty

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

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Ricardo Peixoto specialise in?

    Ricardo Peixoto specialises in Ophthalmology in Leicester, GB. 15 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Ricardo Peixoto treat?

    Ricardo Peixoto treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Ricardo Peixoto practise?

    Ricardo Peixoto practises in Leicester, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Ricardo Peixoto speak?

    Ricardo Peixoto speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish.

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    Ricardo Peixoto has a verified rating of 4.97/5 from 53 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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