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Mr Yih-Horng Tham

Verified Ophthalmology Swansea

Mr Yih-Horng Tham

2 years of experience 5.0 (7 verified reviews)

13,058+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
4
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Yih-Horng Tham at a glance

Mr Yih-Horng Tham is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Swansea, United Kingdom, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. They have 22+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Swansea, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Mr. Yih-Horng Tham is a distinguished and award-winning Consultant Ophthalmologist. Graduating with honors from Liverpool University Medical School, he has achieved recognition for his expertise in Glaucoma, Cataract surgery, Ophthalmic Digital Systems, and Service Development.
His training journey has taken him through prestigious eye units including St Thomas' Hospital, Kings College Hospital, Sussex Eye Hospital, the National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery at Queen Square, and Moorfields Eye Hospital, City Road. Notably, his pinnacle training experience occurred as the Senior Clinical Fellow in Glaucoma at Moorfields Eye Hospital, where he gained exposure to cutting-edge surgical techniques and the mechanics of exemplary healthcare models.
Mr. Tham is also known for his roles as the Lead for Glaucoma and Ophthalmic Informatics at East Sussex Hospital Trust. Under his guidance, the East Sussex Glaucoma Service witnessed remarkable innovation, including the introduction of new laser services, an award-nominated diagnostic hub, and the pioneering East Sussex Virtual Glaucoma Service. 
Having recently transitioned to Singleton Hospital Swansea, Mr. Tham continues to demonstrate his commitment to the enhancement of Glaucoma services. As the Lead for Glaucoma and Ophthalmology Informatics, he aims to replicate his successes in South Wales. 
With over 15 years of experience in the field, Mr. Yih-Horng Tham stands as an authority in glaucoma and cataract surgery, as well as general ophthalmology. His affiliation with renowned institutions and membership in The Royal College of Ophthalmologists attests to his dedication and contribution to advancing eye care.

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

— Mr Yih-Horng Tham

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Swansea (GB)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de Barcelona, Swansea (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-109753 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-3EF11509 · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,962
Annual physical exam 99395 1,228
Vaccination administration 90471 500
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 187

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 270.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Yih-Horng Tham
HEADSHOT
Yih-Horng Tham in consultation
IN OFFICE
Yih-Horng Tham with the team
WITH TEAM
Yih-Horng Tham at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 113s
Meet Yih-Horng Tham

Research & publications

h-index: 17 · i10: 8

  1. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
    Yih-Horng Tham, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.6193/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 36577245 · cited by 98
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Yih-Horng Tham, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5429/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 32163789 · cited by 72

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2025

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · yih.horng.tham@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

7 verified reviews
5.00
★★★★★
7 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
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

  • ★★★★★ ✓ 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 Yih-Horng Tham's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Mr Yih-Horng Tham 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 Yih-Horng Tham 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 Yih-Horng Tham specialise in?

    Yih-Horng Tham specialises in Ophthalmology in Swansea, GB. 22 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Yih-Horng Tham treat?

    Yih-Horng Tham treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Yih-Horng Tham practise?

    Yih-Horng Tham practises in Swansea, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

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    Yih-Horng Tham speaks English.

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    Yih-Horng Tham has a verified rating of 5/5 from 7 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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