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Dr. Zuhair Mustafa
👤 9 years of experience
8,601+
Patients seen
9
Years in practice
12
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Dr Zuhair Mustafa is a highly trained Consultant Ophthalmologist specialising in cataract, corneal, and refractive surgery. He practices privately at Clarity and Eye Surgery Scotland while also holding an NHS consultant position at the Princess Alexandra Eye Pavilion in Edinburgh. His clinical work centres on the surgical treatment designed to reduce patients’ reliance on glasses or contact lenses.
Dr Mustafa graduated in Medicine (MBChB) from the University of Birmingham in 2010 and went on to complete his ophthalmology specialist training in the United Kingdom. He was awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (FRCOphth) in 2017. Further strengthening his academic and clinical expertise, he completed a PhD in Genetics at the University of Edinburgh in 2021.
Following his core training in Edinburgh, Dr Mustafa undertook advanced subspecialty training in corneal and refractive surgery at the world renowned Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne Australia. This equipped him with expertise in managing complex anterior segment conditions. His practice offers a comprehensive range of services, including cataract surgery, corneal procedures, refractive surgery, and detailed anterior segment assessments. He is also experienced in providing thorough pre- and post-operative refractive evaluations, ensuring high standards of patient care throughout the surgical journey.
Dr Mustafa graduated in Medicine (MBChB) from the University of Birmingham in 2010 and went on to complete his ophthalmology specialist training in the United Kingdom. He was awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (FRCOphth) in 2017. Further strengthening his academic and clinical expertise, he completed a PhD in Genetics at the University of Edinburgh in 2021.
Following his core training in Edinburgh, Dr Mustafa undertook advanced subspecialty training in corneal and refractive surgery at the world renowned Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne Australia. This equipped him with expertise in managing complex anterior segment conditions. His practice offers a comprehensive range of services, including cataract surgery, corneal procedures, refractive surgery, and detailed anterior segment assessments. He is also experienced in providing thorough pre- and post-operative refractive evaluations, ensuring high standards of patient care throughout the surgical journey.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr. Zuhair Mustafa
Education & training
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2007–2013 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2013–2017 Residency · Ophthalmology
Career & appointments
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2017-09–2018-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Ophthalmology
Malpractice insurance:
Generali Healthcare · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,636 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,258 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 922 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 365 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 720.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 9 · i10: 3
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Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
DOI: 10.9274/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 32388076 · cited by 100
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Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB
DOI: 10.7756/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 31420049 · cited by 46
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Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
DOI: 10.5227/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 32556791 · cited by 40
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Ophthalmology European Annual Congress (Ophthalmology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Ophthalmology National Society Meeting · Edinburgh · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Edinburgh · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
- 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2018
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2018
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2018
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology
- Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · zuhair.mustafa@euroclinics.example
- Accepted international insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
7 verified reviews5.00
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7 reviews
- 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
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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