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Dr.
Dr Athena Roufas
Ophthalmology
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- GP consultation
- Annual physical exam
- Vaccination administration
- Minor procedure (skin)
About Dr Athena Roufas
Dr Athena Roufas is an experienced ophthalmologist and ophthalmic surgeon with a subspecialist interest in anterior segment surgery. She has extensive expertise in cataract and refractive surgery, glaucoma, corneal surgery, and general ophthalmology. She consults at Central Sydney Eye Surgeons, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, and Bondi Junction Private Hospital, providing high-quality care to patients in both public and private settings. Dr Roufas completed her ophthalmology training in Sydney, Australia, before pursuing subspecialist training in glaucoma at Westmead Hospital. She then undertook an additional two years of advanced subspecialist training in cornea and anterior segment trauma at King’s College Hospital in London, UK, where she was trained in the latest corneal surgery techniques. Her training in high-volume tertiary referral centres has allowed her to refine her skills in cornea, glaucoma, cataract, and refractive surgery. Dr Roufas is a consultant ophthalmologist at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and a Clinical Lecturer at the University of Sydney. She is actively involved in research, with multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international conferences. Her clinical expertise includes cataract and refractive surgery, pterygium surgery, glaucoma monitoring and management, and corneal disease and surgery. She is highly skilled in procedures such as corneal cross-linking for keratoconus, laser treatment for irregular corneas, and corneal graft surgery.
"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."
Credentials & verification
Medical license
Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) ·
#-633085
Valid until 2028-12-31
Verify with issuerBoard certification
European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-CE5007C5
Renewal due 2026
Verify with issuerMalpractice cover
AmTrust Europe
2,000,000 EUR
Valid until 2026-12-31
No claims on file
Education & training
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2005–2011
MD · Medicine and Surgery
Universidad de Sevilla
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2011–2015
Residency · Ophthalmology
Universidad de Navarra
Career & appointments
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2015-09–2016-08
Junior consultant
Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology
Procedures & conditions
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime volume |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 |
1,977 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 |
383 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 |
559 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 |
1,232 |
Patient reviews
See all 36"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."
"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."
"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."
Recognition & press
Awards
- Top-rated Ophthalmology — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2016
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2016
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2016
Your consultation, step by step
- 1 Choose a slot
- 2 Brief pre-consult form
- 3 Consultation
- 4 Follow-up note & plan
Services & pricing
New patient consultation (60m)
Follow-up consultation (30m)
Vaccination administration
Minor procedure (skin)
Research & publications
h-index: 11 · i10: 5
Selected publications
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Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
DOI: 10.6807/euroclin.2026.0 · cited by 177
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Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across
DOI: 10.9640/euroclin.2025.1 · cited by 179
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Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
DOI: 10.2155/euroclin.2024.2 · cited by 197
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Additional publications
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Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Ophthalmology · European Annual Congress (Ophthalmology) · Vienna · 2024
- Single-centre experience in Ophthalmology · National Society Meeting · · 2023
Articles by Dr Athena Roufas
Frequently asked
01. Do you accept new patients?
Dr Athena Roufas is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.
02. Which languages can I be seen in?
Consultations are available in English, Greek.
03. Is the consultation in-person or online?
Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.
04. Do you accept my insurance?
Please use the booking flow to enter your insurance — we verify and confirm before your slot.
05. What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.
06. How is my health data protected?
All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.
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