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Dr.

Mr Richard Edward Stead

Ophthalmology

Verified by EuroClinics European Board of Ophthalmology Trust score 98/100

5 10 verified reviews

Speaks
  • 🇬🇧
English
4,750+ Patients seen
1 Years practising
18 h-index
5 / 5 Patient rating
Watch 87s introduction
From 180.00 EUR first consult
Next slot 2026-05-25 10:00
Credentials verified License + board cert checked
5 · 10 reviews 100% verified visits
GDPR · EU residency Field-level encrypted
Free cancellation 24h before slot
Specialises in
  • GP consultation
  • Annual physical exam
  • Vaccination administration
  • Minor procedure (skin)
Treats

About Mr Richard Edward Stead

Dr Richard Stead has been working as a consultant ophthalmologist at Queen's Medical Centre since 2015 and is currently the lead for the glaucoma service. An experienced surgeon, Dr Stead specialises in both cataract and glaucoma surgery. His previous optometry degree provides him with a comprehensive knowledge of eyecare. 

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

— Mr Richard Edward Stead, on practice philosophy

Credentials & verification

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Medical license

Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) · GB

#GB-818708

Valid until 2028-12-31

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Certified

Board certification

European Board of Ophthalmology

#EB-B4940B76

Renewal due 2036

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In good standing

Malpractice cover

Allianz Professional

4,000,000 EUR

Valid until 2026-12-31

No claims on file

Education & training

  1. 2015–2021
    MD · Medicine and Surgery

    Universitat de València (GB)

  2. 2021–2025
    Residency · Ophthalmology

    Universitat de València (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2025-09–2026-08
    Junior consultant

    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Procedures & conditions

Procedure Code Lifetime volume
GP consultation 99213 605
Annual physical exam 99395 1,643
Vaccination administration 90471 747
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 756

Patient reviews

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5
★★★★★
10 verified reviews
100% verified visits
bedside manner 5
knowledge 5
wait time 4.75
staff friendliness 5
ease of appointment 4.9
value for money 4.92
would recommend pct 99
★★★★★

"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."

Anna B. · 2026-05-07 Verified
★★★★★

"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."

Marco V. · 2026-04-14 Verified
★★★★

"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."

Helena F. · 2026-04-01 Verified
Patients seen 3,751
Avg rating 5 / 5
Typical wait 12 days
Research h-index 18

Recognition & press

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 2026
  • national college of family doctors — Member · since 2026
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2026

Your consultation, step by step

  1. 1 Choose a slot
  2. 2 Brief pre-consult form
  3. 3 Consultation
  4. 4 Follow-up note & plan

Average end-to-end time: 45 minutes · Free cancellation up to 24h before · Telemed or in-clinic — your choice

Services & pricing

New patient consultation (60m)

60 min in_clinic|telemed

Follow-up consultation (30m)

30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone

Vaccination administration

60 min in_clinic

Minor procedure (skin)

90 min in_clinic

Insurance compatibility

In-network Direct billing
In-network Direct billing
In-network Direct billing
In-network Direct billing
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For international patients

Multilingual care

Coordinator: Patient liaison · richard.edward.stead@euroclinics.example. Care delivered in English.

Travel & transfer

Aftercare worldwide

Coordinated follow-up by request.

Research & publications

h-index: 18 · i10: 5

Selected publications

  1. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB

    Mr Richard Edward Stead, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026

  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology

    Mr Richard Edward Stead, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025

  3. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across GB

    Mr Richard Edward Stead, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024

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Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Ophthalmology · European Annual Congress (Ophthalmology) · Vienna · 2024
  • Single-centre experience in Ophthalmology · National Society Meeting · · 2023

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Frequently asked

01. Do you accept new patients?

Mr Richard Edward Stead is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.

02. Which languages can I be seen in?

Consultations are available in English.

03. Is the consultation in-person or online?

Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.

04. Do you accept my insurance?

In-network with major international insurers (Allianz Worldwide, AXA Global, BUPA Global and others). Use the "Verify my insurance" button to confirm your plan.

05. What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.

06. How is my health data protected?

All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.

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