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Dr.

Mr Christopher McLean

Ophthalmology

Verified by EuroClinics European Board of Ophthalmology Trust score 98/100

4.99 50 verified reviews

Speaks
  • 🇬🇧
English
13,046+ Patients seen
3 Years practising
5 h-index
4.99 / 5 Patient rating
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From 180.00 EUR first consult
Next slot 2026-05-29 10:00
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4.99 · 50 reviews 100% verified visits
GDPR · EU residency Field-level encrypted
Free cancellation 24h before slot
Specialises in
  • GP consultation
  • Annual physical exam
  • Vaccination administration
  • Minor procedure (skin)
Treats

About Mr Christopher McLean

Mr. Chris McLean is a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon based in Guildford. He did his medical training at Imperial College, London, qualifying in 1989. After his initial medical degree, he undertook his postgraduate ophthalmic training which involved working at several London teaching Hospitals and he became a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists in 1993. His specialist training continued at Moorfield's Eye Hospital where he also undertook a Fellowship in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal surgery under Mr Richard Collin and Mr Geoffrey Rose. With extensive skill and experience under his belt, Mr. Mclean became an NHS Consultant at the Royal Surrey County Hospital in 1999, and also works at St Peter's Hospital, Chertsey as well as his private practice in Guildford and the surrounding area. He is a founder member of the British Oculoplastic Surgical Society. Mr McLean's great passions are small incision cataract surgery, oculoplastic surgery (plastic and reconstructive surgery around the eyes) and lacrimal surgery. In addition to his skill as an ophthalmic surgeon, he is also a keen player in the field of research and is currently involved in several ophthalmic research projects and has presented his work both nationally and internationally. In his spare time he enjoys hill walking with his family and dogs, as well as squash, drawing & painting, trying to play golf and mountaineering. Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments • Lacrimal surgery (DCR), • Entropion surgery, • Chalazion removal, • Skin cancer treatment around the eyes • Oculoplastic Surgery • Small incision cataract surgery • Blepharoplasty • Botulinum toxin • Ptosis surgery • Ingrowing Eyelashes • Removal of lumps/cysts around the eyes • Thyroid related eyelid treatment • Laser trabeculoplasty • Trabeculoplasty • Punctoplasty • Small incision cataract surgery, • Oculoplastic surgery (plastic and reconstructive surgery around the eyes) • Lacrimal surgery

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

— Mr Christopher McLean, on practice philosophy

Credentials & verification

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Medical license

Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) · GB

#GB-272055

Valid until 2028-12-31

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Certified

Board certification

European Board of Ophthalmology

#EB-A24E236C

Renewal due 2034

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In good standing

Malpractice cover

AXA Healthcare Liability

1,000,000 EUR

Valid until 2026-12-31

No claims on file

Education & training

  1. 2013–2019
    MD · Medicine and Surgery

    Universidad Complutense de Madrid (GB)

  2. 2019–2023
    Residency · Ophthalmology

    Universitat de València (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2023-09–2024-08
    Junior consultant

    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Procedures & conditions

Procedure Code Lifetime volume
GP consultation 99213 2,654
Annual physical exam 99395 928
Vaccination administration 90471 1,368
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,015

Patient reviews

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bedside manner 5
knowledge 5
wait time 4.74
staff friendliness 5
ease of appointment 4.89
value for money 4.91
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"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."

Anna B. · 2026-05-11 Verified
★★★★★

"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."

Marco V. · 2026-04-10 Verified
★★★★

"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."

Helena F. · 2026-04-09 Verified
Patients seen 6,965
Avg rating 4.99 / 5
Typical wait 4 days
Research h-index 5

Recognition & press

Awards

  • Top-rated Ophthalmology — — 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 2024
  • national college of family doctors — Member · since 2024
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2024

Your consultation, step by step

  1. 1 Choose a slot
  2. 2 Brief pre-consult form
  3. 3 Consultation
  4. 4 Follow-up note & plan

Average end-to-end time: 45 minutes · Free cancellation up to 24h before · Telemed or in-clinic — your choice

Services & pricing

New patient consultation (60m)

60 min in_clinic|telemed

Follow-up consultation (30m)

30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone

Vaccination administration

90 min in_clinic

Minor procedure (skin)

60 min in_clinic

Insurance compatibility

In-network Direct billing
In-network Direct billing
In-network Direct billing
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For international patients

Multilingual care

Coordinator: Patient liaison · mr.chris.mclean.2@euroclinics.example. Care delivered in English.

Travel & transfer

Aftercare worldwide

Coordinated follow-up by request.

Research & publications

h-index: 5 · i10: 15

Selected publications

  1. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB

    Mr Christopher McLean, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026

  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology

    Mr Christopher McLean, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025

  3. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB

    Mr Christopher McLean, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024

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Additional publications

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology

    European Journal of Medicine, 2023

Invited talks

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

Articles by Mr Christopher McLean

Frequently asked

01. Do you accept new patients?

Mr Christopher McLean 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.

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?

In-network with major international insurers (Allianz Worldwide, AXA Global, BUPA Global and others). Use the "Verify my insurance" button to confirm your plan.

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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