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Prof. Dr.
Prof. Dr. Mark Costen
Ophthalmology
English
7,447+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
13
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Mr Mark Costen is a consultant ophthalmologist based at Spire Hull and East Riding Hospital. Additionally, he is the Joint Clinical Lead for Ophthalmology at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
He specialises in vitreoretinal surgery and cataract surgery and is skilled in the treatment of a wide range of retinal problems, as well as complex cataract surgery, having performed more than 3,000 vitreoretinal procedures and 6,000 cataract procedures during his 17 years of practice.
He undertakes all forms of retinal and vitreous surgery, treating conditions including:
• Macular hole
• Vitreomacular traction syndrome
• Epiretinal membrane
• Retinal detachment
• Diabetic eye disease
• Vitreous haemorrhage
• Vitreous floaters
• Eye trauma
• Complications of cataract surgery
Mr Costen completed his specialist training in Southampton and undertook a fellowship at the renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital in London. He is also a surgical trainer and has trained numerous fellows in retinal surgery who have later become consultants. He is currently a fellowship examiner for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and a senior clinical tutor at Hull York Medical School.
Mr Costen has also previously been the principal investigator for a number of surgical retina clinical trials.
He is married with three children and is actively involved in his local church. His hobbies include cycling, music and gardening.
He specialises in vitreoretinal surgery and cataract surgery and is skilled in the treatment of a wide range of retinal problems, as well as complex cataract surgery, having performed more than 3,000 vitreoretinal procedures and 6,000 cataract procedures during his 17 years of practice.
He undertakes all forms of retinal and vitreous surgery, treating conditions including:
• Macular hole
• Vitreomacular traction syndrome
• Epiretinal membrane
• Retinal detachment
• Diabetic eye disease
• Vitreous haemorrhage
• Vitreous floaters
• Eye trauma
• Complications of cataract surgery
Mr Costen completed his specialist training in Southampton and undertook a fellowship at the renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital in London. He is also a surgical trainer and has trained numerous fellows in retinal surgery who have later become consultants. He is currently a fellowship examiner for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and a senior clinical tutor at Hull York Medical School.
Mr Costen has also previously been the principal investigator for a number of surgical retina clinical trials.
He is married with three children and is actively involved in his local church. His hobbies include cycling, music and gardening.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Prof. Dr. Mark Costen
Education & training
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2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2021–2025 Residency · Ophthalmology
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2025–2026 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
— Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Ophthalmology
Malpractice insurance:
AmTrust Europe · 1,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,801 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,879 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,567 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,288 |
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 | 90 min | in_clinic | 270.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 60 min | in_clinic | 360.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 14 · i10: 5
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Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.2003/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35002308 · cited by 25
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European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
DOI: 10.9993/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 30661960 · cited by 171
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Ophthalmology European Annual Congress (Ophthalmology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Ophthalmology National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2026
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2026
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2026
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 4.99
- Knowledge
- 5.00
- Wait Time
- 4.69
- Staff Friendliness
- 4.96
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.84
- Value For Money
- 4.86
- Would Recommend Pct
- 98
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology
- Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · mr.mark.costen@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
