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Mr Safdar Alam

Ophthalmology Nuneaton

Mr Safdar Alam

5 years of experience

6,379+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
9
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Safdar Alam at a glance

Mr Safdar Alam is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Nuneaton, United Kingdom, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 27+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2017). Serves patients in Nuneaton, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Mr Safdar Alam is a Consultant Ophthalmologist with extensive experience and a subspecialty focus on Medical Retina, Medical Glaucoma, and Neuro-ophthalmology. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the Latvian Medical Academy in 1999, followed by a postgraduate degree in General Ophthalmology in 2005. His career began in the NHS at the Birch Hill Hospital Ophthalmology Department, later moving to North Devon District Hospital as a Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology.
In 2014, Mr Alam completed a prestigious Medical Retina Fellowship at the Royal Liverpool Teaching Hospital, enhancing his expertise in retinal conditions. He subsequently served as a Consultant Ophthalmologist with the Anglia Community Eye Service before joining the North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust in 2020, where he continues to provide specialised care in his areas of interest.
Mr Alam is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow and the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. He is also a member of EURETINA and an affiliate member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.
Known for his dedication to patient care and excellence in his field, Mr Alam combines his clinical expertise with a compassionate approach, ensuring his patients receive the highest standard of treatment tailored to their specific needs.

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

— Mr Safdar Alam

Education & training

  1. 2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Nuneaton (GB)
  2. 2017–2021 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad de Sevilla, Nuneaton (GB)
  3. 2021–2022 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Cleveland Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-331036 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-ABD235E6 · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,430
Annual physical exam 99395 1,984
Vaccination administration 90471 2,264
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,759

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 90 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Safdar Alam
HEADSHOT
Safdar Alam in consultation
IN OFFICE
Safdar Alam with the team
WITH TEAM
Safdar Alam at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 84s
Meet Safdar Alam

Research & publications

h-index: 6 · i10: 13

  1. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Safdar Alam, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.3641/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 34082844 · cited by 94
  2. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Safdar Alam, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.9558/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 35508078 · cited by 68

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2022
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2022
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2022

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · safdar.alam@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

Mr Safdar Alam's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Mr Safdar Alam 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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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Safdar Alam specialise in?

    Safdar Alam specialises in Ophthalmology in Nuneaton, GB. 27 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Safdar Alam treat?

    Safdar Alam treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Safdar Alam practise?

    Safdar Alam practises in Nuneaton, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Safdar Alam speak?

    Safdar Alam speaks English.

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