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Mr
Mr Simon Woodruff
Ophthalmology
English
10,662+
Patients seen
10
Years in practice
5
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Mr Woodruff qualified from St Mary’s Hospital, London in 1991 and underwent specialist Ophthalmology training in London. This included 4 years of Oculoplastic fellowships at Moorfields Eye Hospital and The Western Eye Hospital during which he received advanced training in plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the periocular region and surrounding areas.
He has held a substantive NHS Consultant position at Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge since 2006. At Addenbrookes he was training director for ophthalmic surgical training for five years before moving on to become Clinical Lead in Ophthalmology in 2012 for the following 4 years.
He loves teaching and training new surgeons and runs a variety of surgical training courses for national and international delegate in Cambridge. He is a frequent guest speaker and faculty member at national and international courses and conferences. He is a visiting Professor to Nanning People’s Hospital in China where he teaches Oculoplastic and Endoscopic Lacrimal Surgery.
Specialties
· Ophthalmology
· Oculoplastic Surgery
· Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
Special interests
His areas of clinical practice are Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery including both functional problems, such as periocular tumours, eyelid cysts, ptosis (droopy upper eyelid), eyelid entropion and ectropion and cosmetic eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), brow lifts, botulinum injection treatment and facial fillers.
He has particular expertise in transconjunctival minimally invasive lower lid blepharoplasty for lower lid bags and endoscopic scarless dacryocystorhinotomy (DCR) surgery for blocked tear ducts and watery eyes.
He is especially interested in the management of skin cancer on the eyelids and in the periocular area. He is a strong advocate of the use of MOHS micrographic surgery where appropriate to obtain the best surgical results and clinical outcomes.
He also performs small incision bespoke phacoemulsification cataract surgery and sees all general ophthalmic complaints.
Treatments offered by Mr Simon Woodruff
· Oculoplastic surgery
· Cataract Surgery
· Cosmetic & functional eyelid surgery
· Blepharoplasty
· Drooping eyelids (Ptosis correction)
· Brow lift
· Eye lift
· Reconstructive surgery
· Skin cancer surgery
· Lacrimal surgery (watery eyes) - including minimally invasive endoscopic surgery
· Orbital surgery
· Blepharospasm
· Botox injections
· Eyelid cyst removal
· Mole removal
· Excisional biopsy
· Dermatological surgery
· Excision of skin lesions
Personal interests
Mr Woodruff has for many years carried out regular pro bono charitable work overseas including in rural Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, China, Vietnam and the Middle East. He has previously worked for BBC World Service Radio Pashto and Persian Section in Afghanistan. He is a keen ski mountaineer, long-distance cycle tourer, traveller and adventurer. He also has had a lifelong passion for photography.
He has held a substantive NHS Consultant position at Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge since 2006. At Addenbrookes he was training director for ophthalmic surgical training for five years before moving on to become Clinical Lead in Ophthalmology in 2012 for the following 4 years.
He loves teaching and training new surgeons and runs a variety of surgical training courses for national and international delegate in Cambridge. He is a frequent guest speaker and faculty member at national and international courses and conferences. He is a visiting Professor to Nanning People’s Hospital in China where he teaches Oculoplastic and Endoscopic Lacrimal Surgery.
Specialties
· Ophthalmology
· Oculoplastic Surgery
· Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
Special interests
His areas of clinical practice are Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery including both functional problems, such as periocular tumours, eyelid cysts, ptosis (droopy upper eyelid), eyelid entropion and ectropion and cosmetic eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), brow lifts, botulinum injection treatment and facial fillers.
He has particular expertise in transconjunctival minimally invasive lower lid blepharoplasty for lower lid bags and endoscopic scarless dacryocystorhinotomy (DCR) surgery for blocked tear ducts and watery eyes.
He is especially interested in the management of skin cancer on the eyelids and in the periocular area. He is a strong advocate of the use of MOHS micrographic surgery where appropriate to obtain the best surgical results and clinical outcomes.
He also performs small incision bespoke phacoemulsification cataract surgery and sees all general ophthalmic complaints.
Treatments offered by Mr Simon Woodruff
· Oculoplastic surgery
· Cataract Surgery
· Cosmetic & functional eyelid surgery
· Blepharoplasty
· Drooping eyelids (Ptosis correction)
· Brow lift
· Eye lift
· Reconstructive surgery
· Skin cancer surgery
· Lacrimal surgery (watery eyes) - including minimally invasive endoscopic surgery
· Orbital surgery
· Blepharospasm
· Botox injections
· Eyelid cyst removal
· Mole removal
· Excisional biopsy
· Dermatological surgery
· Excision of skin lesions
Personal interests
Mr Woodruff has for many years carried out regular pro bono charitable work overseas including in rural Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, China, Vietnam and the Middle East. He has previously worked for BBC World Service Radio Pashto and Persian Section in Afghanistan. He is a keen ski mountaineer, long-distance cycle tourer, traveller and adventurer. He also has had a lifelong passion for photography.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr Simon Woodruff
Education & training
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2006–2012 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2012–2016 Residency · Ophthalmology
Career & appointments
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2016-09–2017-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
— Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Ophthalmology
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,060 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 186 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,562 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,469 |
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: 4 · i10: 9
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Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across
DOI: 10.9938/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 32835215 · cited by 180
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Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
DOI: 10.1106/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 37790673 · cited by 198
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Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across
DOI: 10.1196/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 30540133 · cited by 24
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
- 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2017
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2017
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2017
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 5.00
- Knowledge
- 5.00
- Wait Time
- 4.73
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.00
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.88
- Value For Money
- 4.90
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99
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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.simon.woodruff@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
