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Dr Russell John Townsend

Ophthalmology Bunbury

Dr Russell John Townsend

2 years of experience

11,720+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
6
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Russell John Townsend at a glance

Dr Russell John Townsend is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Bunbury, Australia, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2023). Serves patients in Bunbury, Australia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Townsend is a comprehensive ophthalmologist. They are passionate about providing exceptional patient care and utilises the latest advancements in ophthalmology to deliver optimal outcomes.
Dr Townsend's commitment to ongoing learning and development ensures patients receive the highest standard of care. Their dedication to patient well-being, combined with their expertise, makes them a trusted provider in the field of ophthalmology.

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

— Dr Russell John Townsend

Education & training

  1. 2017–2023 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Bunbury (AU)
  2. 2023–2027 Residency · Ophthalmology
    UAB Barcelona, Bunbury (AU)
  3. 2027–2028 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Charité Berlin, DE

Career & appointments

  1. 2027-09–2028-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-797973 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-EE1A7325 · issued 2028 · renewal 2038
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,785
Annual physical exam 99395 2,807
Vaccination administration 90471 1,239
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,384

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

Russell John Townsend in consultation
IN OFFICE
Russell John Townsend with the team
WITH TEAM
Russell John Townsend at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 107s
Meet Russell John Townsend

Research & publications

h-index: 5 · i10: 11

  1. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Russell John Townsend, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5666/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 32247310 · cited by 33
  2. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Russell John Townsend, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7942/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 34459022 · cited by 187

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2028
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2028
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2028

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · russell.john.townsend@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

Dr Russell John Townsend's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Russell John Townsend 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

Why local healthcare in Bunbury matters

Medical practice in Australia is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Australia medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Bunbury carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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Frequently asked questions

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  • What does Russell John Townsend specialise in?

    Russell John Townsend specialises in Ophthalmology in Bunbury, AU.

  • What conditions does Russell John Townsend treat?

    Russell John Townsend treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Russell John Townsend practise?

    Russell John Townsend practises in Bunbury, AU. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Russell John Townsend speak?

    Russell John Townsend speaks English.

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