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Mr Francesco Sabatino
👤 5 jaar ervaring
6,798+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
13
Publications
2
Languages spoken
Over
Mr Francesco Sabatino is a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon specialising in complex retinal (vitreoretinal) and cataract surgery. He provides expert care for all aspects of surgical retinal conditions and complex cataract cases, with private practice at Spire Norwich Hospital and Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital.
He holds a substantive Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon post at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
He is an Honorary Clinical Associate Professor at the Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia.
Retinal (vitreoretinal) surgery
Mr Sabatino specialises in the diagnosis and surgical management of complex retinal conditions, including:
Macular hole
Epiretinal membrane (macular pucker)
Floaters
Diabetic eye disease
Vitreomacular traction
Complications of cataract surgery
Complex vitreoretinal disease.
He performs high-volume and complex vitreoretinal procedures and receives tertiary referrals for complex retinal disease and complications of cataract and vitreoretinal surgery.
Mr Sabatino completed senior vitreoretinal fellowships at leading UK institutions including Moorfields Eye Hospital, Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, and the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle.
Cataract surgery
He performs both routine and complex cataract
surgery, offering:
Standard intraocular lenses
Toric lenses (for astigmatism)
Premium lenses (multifocal and extended depth of focus)
YAG laser capsulotomy
He completed a senior cataract fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital and holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery (Distinction) from the University of Ulster.
Advanced anterior segment reconstruction
His practice also includes:
Artificial iris implantation
Management of aphakia
Dislocated cataract
Dislocated IOL
Scleral-fixated and iris-fixated intraocular lenses
Research and teaching
He is actively involved in clinical research and education, leading clinical trials and publishing in high-impact peer-reviewed journals. He is College Tutor for Ophthalmology at NNUH.
He has received awards from Euretina (European Society of Retinal Specialists) and BEAVRS (British and Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons).
He holds a substantive Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon post at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
He is an Honorary Clinical Associate Professor at the Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia.
Retinal (vitreoretinal) surgery
Mr Sabatino specialises in the diagnosis and surgical management of complex retinal conditions, including:
Macular hole
Epiretinal membrane (macular pucker)
Floaters
Diabetic eye disease
Vitreomacular traction
Complications of cataract surgery
Complex vitreoretinal disease.
He performs high-volume and complex vitreoretinal procedures and receives tertiary referrals for complex retinal disease and complications of cataract and vitreoretinal surgery.
Mr Sabatino completed senior vitreoretinal fellowships at leading UK institutions including Moorfields Eye Hospital, Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, and the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle.
Cataract surgery
He performs both routine and complex cataract
surgery, offering:
Standard intraocular lenses
Toric lenses (for astigmatism)
Premium lenses (multifocal and extended depth of focus)
YAG laser capsulotomy
He completed a senior cataract fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital and holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery (Distinction) from the University of Ulster.
Advanced anterior segment reconstruction
His practice also includes:
Artificial iris implantation
Management of aphakia
Dislocated cataract
Dislocated IOL
Scleral-fixated and iris-fixated intraocular lenses
Research and teaching
He is actively involved in clinical research and education, leading clinical trials and publishing in high-impact peer-reviewed journals. He is College Tutor for Ophthalmology at NNUH.
He has received awards from Euretina (European Society of Retinal Specialists) and BEAVRS (British and Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons).
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr Francesco Sabatino
Opleiding & training
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2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2017–2021 Residency · Oogheelkunde
Carrière & aanstellingen
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2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
Vergunningen & verzekering
Medische licenties
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Boardcertificeringen
European Board of Oogheelkunde
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering:
Generali Healthcare · 4,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file
Uitgevoerde procedures
| Procedure | Code | Levenslang aantal |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 176 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,054 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 622 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,441 |
Diensten & prijzen
| Dienst | Duur | Modaliteit | Prijs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 180.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 60 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
Praktijk, team & in praktijk
Video's
Onderzoek & publicaties
h-index: 12 · i10: 3
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Validation of clinical scoring in Oogheelkunde
DOI: 10.6804/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 36509908 · geciteerd door 56
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Long-term follow-up of Oogheelkunde across GB
DOI: 10.6920/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 35828363 · geciteerd door 2
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Validation of clinical scoring in Oogheelkunde
DOI: 10.2874/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 36780043 · geciteerd door 132
Uitgenodigde lezingen
- Practical updates in Oogheelkunde European Annual Congress (Oogheelkunde) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Oogheelkunde National Society Meeting · Norwich · 2023 · oral abstract
Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen
Onderscheidingen
- 🏆 Top-rated Oogheelkunde — Norwich · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
- 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international
Lidmaatschappen
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2022
- national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2022
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2022
Artikelen van deze arts
- Patient education Patient guide to Oogheelkunde
- Awareness When should you see a oogheelkunde?
Voor internationale patiënten
- Coördinator
- Patient liaison · francesco.sabatino@euroclinics.example
- Geaccepteerde internationale verzekeringen
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Locatie
1 tagPatiëntbeoordelingen
9 geverifieerde recensies5.00
★★★★★
9 recensies
- 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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Recente recensies
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★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Geverifieerd Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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