Trust score 8/100
Accepting new patients
A/Prof Andrew Symons
12,583+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
10
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
A/Prof Andrew Symons is a highly experienced ophthalmologist specialising in medical retina, vitreoretinal surgery, and cataract surgery. With a career spanning both clinical practice and academic research, he has developed particular expertise in the management of cataracts, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, and complex retinal conditions, encompassing both medical and surgical retina.
He completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) at the University of Melbourne in 1993, followed by a PhD in genetics at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute. He was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO) in 2005. To further advance his subspecialist training, he undertook additional training at the renowned Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the United States.
A/Prof Symons has held several senior leadership roles, including Head of Ophthalmology at The Royal Melbourne Hospital and Head of Retina at the Kansas University Medical Center Department of Ophthalmology. Alongside his clinical work, he has contributed extensively to the field through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and active involvement in clinical trials, reflecting his ongoing commitment to advancing ophthalmic care and research.
He completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) at the University of Melbourne in 1993, followed by a PhD in genetics at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute. He was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO) in 2005. To further advance his subspecialist training, he undertook additional training at the renowned Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the United States.
A/Prof Symons has held several senior leadership roles, including Head of Ophthalmology at The Royal Melbourne Hospital and Head of Retina at the Kansas University Medical Center Department of Ophthalmology. Alongside his clinical work, he has contributed extensively to the field through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and active involvement in clinical trials, reflecting his ongoing commitment to advancing ophthalmic care and research.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— A/Prof Andrew Symons
Education & training
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2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2018–2022 Residency · Oftalmologia
Career & appointments
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2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Oftalmologia
Malpractice insurance:
Generali Healthcare · 4,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 887 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,081 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,281 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,182 |
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 | 60 min | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 90 min | in_clinic | 540.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 17 · i10: 11
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Validation of clinical scoring in Oftalmologia
DOI: 10.9058/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 34101064 · cited by 143
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Long-term follow-up of Oftalmologia across AU
DOI: 10.1052/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 32322648 · cited by 133
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Validation of clinical scoring in Oftalmologia
DOI: 10.7039/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 36121135 · cited by 83
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Oftalmologia European Annual Congress (Oftalmologia) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Oftalmologia National Society Meeting · Malvern · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Oftalmologia — Malvern · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2023
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2023
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2023
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 0.05
- Knowledge
- 0.08
- Wait Time
- 3.80
- Staff Friendliness
- 0.02
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.00
- Value For Money
- 4.10
- Would Recommend Pct
- 4
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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 Oftalmologia
- Awareness When should you see a oftalmologia?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · robert.symons@euroclinics.example
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