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Mr Simon Woodruff

Geverifieerd Oogheelkunde Cambridge

Mr Simon Woodruff

10 jaar ervaring 5.0 (106 geverifieerde recensies)

10,662+
Patients seen
10
Years in practice
5
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Simon Woodruff at a glance

Mr Simon Woodruff is an Oogheelkunde practitioner based in Cambridge, Verenigd Koninkrijk, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. They have 35+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2012). Serves patients in Cambridge, Verenigd Koninkrijk and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

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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. 

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

— Mr Simon Woodruff

Opleiding & training

  1. 2006–2012 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Cambridge (GB)
  2. 2012–2016 Residency · Oogheelkunde
    Universitat de Barcelona, Cambridge (GB)

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2016-09–2017-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Oogheelkunde

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-197178 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of Oogheelkunde
#EB-55390C58 · issued 2017 · renewal 2027
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
GP consultation 99213 1,060
Annual physical exam 99395 186
Vaccination administration 90471 2,562
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,469

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 30 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

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

Video's

introduction · 133s
Meet Simon Woodruff

Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 4 · i10: 9

  1. Long-term follow-up of Oogheelkunde across GB
    Simon Woodruff, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.9938/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 32835215 · geciteerd door 180
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Oogheelkunde
    Simon Woodruff, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.1106/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 37790673 · geciteerd door 198
  3. Long-term follow-up of Oogheelkunde across GB
    Simon Woodruff, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.1196/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 30540133 · geciteerd door 24

Uitgenodigde lezingen

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

Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen

Onderscheidingen

  • 🏆 Top-rated Oogheelkunde — Cambridge · 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 2017
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2017
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2017

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to Oogheelkunde 2026-03-12 · 7 min lezen
  • Awareness When should you see a oogheelkunde? 2026-01-02 · 10 min lezen

Voor internationale patiënten

Coördinator
Patient liaison · mr.simon.woodruff@euroclinics.example
Geaccepteerde internationale verzekeringen
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Locatie

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Patiëntbeoordelingen

106 geverifieerde recensies
4.98
★★★★⯨
106 recensies
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.7
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
99.0
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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 Woodruff's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Mr Simon Woodruff 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Woodruff specialise in?

    Simon Woodruff specialises in Oogheelkunde in Cambridge, GB. 35 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Simon Woodruff treat?

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

  • Where does Simon Woodruff practise?

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

  • What languages does Simon Woodruff speak?

    Simon Woodruff speaks English.

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  • What do patients say about Simon Woodruff?

    Simon Woodruff has a verified rating of 4.98/5 from 106 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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