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A/Prof Andrew Symons

Ophthalmology Malvern

A/Prof Andrew Symons

4 years of experience

12,583+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
10
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About A/Prof Andrew Symons at a glance

A/Prof Andrew Symons is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Malvern, Australia, practising at Universidad de Sevilla 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 de Sevilla (MD, 2018). Serves patients in Malvern, Australia and the surrounding area.

About

A/Prof Andrew Symons is a highly experienced ophthalmologist specialising in medical retina, vitreoretinal surgery, and cataract surgery. With a career spanning both clinical practice and academic research, he has developed particular expertise in the management of cataracts, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, and complex retinal conditions, encompassing both medical and surgical retina.
He completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) at the University of Melbourne in 1993, followed by a PhD in genetics at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute. He was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO) in 2005. To further advance his subspecialist training, he undertook additional training at the renowned Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the United States.
A/Prof Symons has held several senior leadership roles, including Head of Ophthalmology at The Royal Melbourne Hospital and Head of Retina at the Kansas University Medical Center Department of Ophthalmology. Alongside his clinical work, he has contributed extensively to the field through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and active involvement in clinical trials, reflecting his ongoing commitment to advancing ophthalmic care and research.

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

— A/Prof Andrew Symons

Education & training

  1. 2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Malvern (AU)
  2. 2018–2022 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de Barcelona, Malvern (AU)

Career & appointments

  1. 2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-19556 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-7BC89BD2 · issued 2023 · renewal 2033
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 887
Annual physical exam 99395 1,081
Vaccination administration 90471 2,281
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,182

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 810.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Andrew Symons
HEADSHOT
Andrew Symons in consultation
IN OFFICE
Andrew Symons with the team
WITH TEAM
Andrew Symons at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 110s
Meet Andrew Symons

Research & publications

h-index: 17 · i10: 11

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Andrew Symons, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.9058/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 34101064 · cited by 143
  2. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across AU
    Andrew Symons, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.1052/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 32322648 · cited by 133
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Andrew Symons, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7039/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 36121135 · cited by 83

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Malvern · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2023

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · robert.symons@euroclinics.example

Location

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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

A/Prof Andrew Symons's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures A/Prof Andrew Symons treats, with the size of the national pool of Australia doctors offering the same care.

Ophthalmology

Eye care including refractive surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease and paediatric vision.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Andrew Symons specialise in?

    Andrew Symons specialises in Ophthalmology in Malvern, AU. 33 years of clinical experience.

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    Andrew Symons treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

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    Andrew Symons practises in Malvern, AU. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Andrew Symons speak?

    Andrew Symons speaks English.

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