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Mr Simon Kolb

Oogheelkunde Leeds

Mr Simon Kolb

15 jaar ervaring

9,555+
Patients seen
15
Years in practice
6
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Simon Kolb at a glance

Mr Simon Kolb is an Oogheelkunde practitioner based in Leeds, Verenigd Koninkrijk, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. They have 20+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2007). Serves patients in Leeds, Verenigd Koninkrijk and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

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Mr Kolb is a consultant Ophthalmologist who specialises in Vitreous, Retinal and Cataract surgery.
He graduated from Newcastle University before obtaining a national training number in Ophthalmology. He has gained a wealth of experience working at different hospitals across the United Kingdom and New Zealand. He has gained advanced sub specialty training in Vitreoretinal surgery at Europe's largest teaching hospital, St James University Teaching Hospital in Leeds.
He now works at St James University Hospital as a consultant Vitreoretinal surgeon and honorary senior lecturer at the University of Leeds. Passionate about the continued development of training new surgeons, Mr Kolb is the royal college tutor at St James, looking after the education and support of new ophthalmic trainees. He also works weekly at the Yorkshire Eye Hospital in Bradford and the Spire Leeds Hospital in Roundhay.
Mr Kolb is avidly engaged in research, having published many articles in international journals, including the British journal of Ophthalmology, the British Medical Journal and the Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. He has also presented at national and international conferences. He is enrolled to start work in a multinational project investigating the novel treatment of sub retinal gene therapy for inherited retinal conditions


Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
cataract surgery
complex cataract surgery
secondary intraolcular lens
vitreous and retinal surgery
macula hole
epiretinal membrane
retinal detachment
floaters
vitreomacular traction
advanced diabetic retinopathy
cataract surgery
complex cataract surgery
secondary intraolcular lens
vitreous and retinal surgery
macula hole
epiretinal membrane
retinal detachment
floaters
vitreomacular traction
advanced diabetic retinopathy

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

— Mr Simon Kolb

Opleiding & training

  1. 2001–2007 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Leeds (GB)
  2. 2007–2011 Residency · Oogheelkunde
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Leeds (GB)
  3. 2011–2012 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Royal Marsden London, UK

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2011-09–2012-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Oogheelkunde

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-502753 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of Oogheelkunde
#EB-F1B76F61 · issued 2012 · renewal 2022
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: Generali Healthcare · 1,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
GP consultation 99213 722
Annual physical exam 99395 1,628
Vaccination administration 90471 1,316
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 691

Diensten & prijzen

DienstDuurModaliteitPrijs
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 60 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

Simon Kolb
HEADSHOT
Simon Kolb in consultation
IN OFFICE
Simon Kolb with the team
WITH TEAM
Simon Kolb at a conference
CONFERENCE

Video's

introduction · 138s
Meet Simon Kolb

Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 15 · i10: 6

  1. Outcomes of Oogheelkunde in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Simon Kolb, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6488/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 33637975 · geciteerd door 130
  2. European registry analysis of Oogheelkunde outcomes
    Simon Kolb, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.1742/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37767122 · geciteerd door 128
  3. Outcomes of Oogheelkunde in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Simon Kolb, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.7883/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 31323500 · geciteerd door 30

Uitgenodigde lezingen

  • Practical updates in Oogheelkunde European Annual Congress (Oogheelkunde) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Oogheelkunde National Society Meeting · Leeds · 2023 · oral abstract

Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen

Onderscheidingen

  • 🏆 Top-rated Oogheelkunde — Leeds · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Lidmaatschappen

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2012
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2012
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2012

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to Oogheelkunde 2026-03-23 · 10 min lezen
  • Awareness When should you see a oogheelkunde? 2026-01-05 · 7 min lezen

Voor internationale patiënten

Coördinator
Patient liaison · mr.simon.kolb@euroclinics.example

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  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Mr Simon Kolb's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Mr Simon Kolb treats, with the size of the national pool of Verenigd Koninkrijk doctors offering the same care.

Oogheelkunde

Eye care including refractive surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease and paediatric vision.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Leeds matters

Medical practice in Verenigd Koninkrijk is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Verenigd Koninkrijk medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Leeds carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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  • What does Simon Kolb specialise in?

    Simon Kolb specialises in Oogheelkunde in Leeds, GB. 20 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Simon Kolb treat?

    Simon Kolb treats conditions within Oogheelkunde. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Simon Kolb practise?

    Simon Kolb practises in Leeds, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Simon Kolb speak?

    Simon Kolb speaks English.

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