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Mr Shantanu Gudsoorkar

Mr Shantanu Gudsoorkar

Ophthalmologist

Taunton, TA2 6AN

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26 years of experience

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26 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.97

100 patient reviews3 professional endorsements
4.98
Overall Experience
4.98
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.95
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203 recommendations for:

Cataract Surgery(53)
Cataracts(21)
Complex Cataract Surgery(18)
Other(111)

Recent patient review

17 Apr 2024

I am immensely grateful to Mr. Gudsoorkar for the exceptional care he provided during one of...

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About

Mr Shantanu Gudsoorkar is an esteemed Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon specialising in retinal disorders, small incision cataract surgery, and uveitis. He currently sees patients at Musgrove Park Hospital and Nuffield Hospital in Taunton.

Mr Gudsoorkar underwent comprehensive training in Wales and gained invaluable experience while working at prominent tertiary referral eye centres in Swansea and Cardiff. Following this, he pursued two more years of fellowship training in his subspecialties, Medical Retina-Uveitis, at the University Hospital of Wales and Bristol Eye Hospital. As a result, he was appointed as a consultant in Taunton.

His dedication to providing patient-centred cataract surgery, tailored to specific visual needs, has led him to successfully complete over 4000 surgeries. Mr Gudsoorkar is proficient in sutureless cataract surgery and offers premium intraocular lens implants, including Toric lenses to correct astigmatism, extended depth of focus, and multifocal lenses, enabling patients to become spectacle-independent after cataract surgery.

In addition to his expertise in cataract surgery, Mr Gudsoorkar also performs refractive lens exchange for patients over the age of 50. Utilising multifocal lenses in this procedure, he can correct both distance vision and near and intermediate sight. Medical retinal disorders are within his specialisation as well, encompassing age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vascular disorders. He possesses extensive experience in using pattern and micropulse/subliminal lasers, as well as administering intravitreal therapies such as anti-VEGF and steroids.

Furthermore, Mr Gudsoorkar is the driving force behind the Uveitis service in Taunton, where he is the sole consultant in Somerset offering intravitreal steroids, oral immunosuppression, and biologic treatments for patients with complex ocular inflammations. This unique combination of medical and surgical expertise makes him exceptionally qualified to perform cataract surgery for patients requiring specialised care.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Cataract Surgery (26%)
  • Cataracts (10%)
  • Complex Cataract Surgery (9%)
  • Retina (6%)
  • Multifocal Intraocular Lens (5%)
  • Others (43%)

Subspecialties
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Retina
  • Emergency Ophthalmology
  • Vision Correction Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Cataracts
  • Glaucoma
  • Uveitis (Inflammatory Eye Disease)
  • Astigmatism
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
  • Eye Problems
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Problems
  • Amblyopia
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Complex Cataract Surgery
  • Multifocal Intraocular Lens
  • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
  • Refractive Cataract Surgery
  • Retinal Imaging
  • Intravitreal Injection
  • Retinal Laser Surgery
  • Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT)
  • Epiretinal Membrane

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 5207328

Royal College of Ophthalmologists

No. 5907

Royal College of Surgeons

No. 42254

European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (ESCRS)

No. 607815


Qualifications

Education:

  • University of Health Sciences, Hyderabad, India - MD
  • Member of Royal College of Ophthalmologists, London - MRCOphth
  • Fellow of Royal College of Ophthalmologists,London - FRCOphth
  • Fellow of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons ,Glasgow -FRCS

Memberships:

  • Fellow of Royal College of Ophthalmologists, London
  • Fellow of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow
  • Member of European Society of Retinal Specialists
  • Member of European Society of cataract and refractive surgeons
  • International Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology
  • British Medical Association
  • Medical Defence Union

languages spoken
  • English
  • Hindi
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £235
  • Follow-up appointment: £175

insurers
  • health-on-line
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Simply Health
  • Healix
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa
  • CS Healthcare
  • WPA
  • The Exeter
  • Cigna
  • Norwich Union
  • Aviva Health
  • Aetna
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Benenden
  • Bupa Platinum

Location

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Nuffield Health Taunton Hospital

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Staplegrove Elm Showell Park, Taunton, United Kingdom, TA2 6AN
Staplegrove Elm Showell Park, Taunton, United Kingdom, TA2 6AN
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Wellington Rd, Taunton, United Kingdom, TA1 5DA
Wellington Rd, Taunton, United Kingdom, TA1 5DA
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Cataract Surgery (52)
Cataracts (18)
Complex Cataract Surgery (16)
Retina (14)
Multifocal Intraocular Lens (9)

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100 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I am immensely grateful to Mr. Gudsoorkar for the exceptional care he provided during one of the most challenging periods of my life. Battling undiagnosed ulcerative colitis, losing vision due to uveitis and cataracts, I was in a dire state when I first visited him. Mr. Gudsoorkar not only addressed my eye conditions but also played a crucial role in the management of my overall health. From my very first consultation, Mr. Gudsoorkar was thorough and compassionate. He quickly identified the seriousness of my condition and urgently referred me to a team of physicians who could address my ulcerative colitis, which was crucial in the comprehensive management of my health.His approach to treating my uveitis was meticulous and tailored specifically to my needs, which not only alleviated my immediate discomfort but also stabilized my condition for the long term. Following the management of my uveitis, Mr. Gudsoorkar performed cataract surgery on both of my eyes. The surgeries were a tremendous success. He went above and beyond his duties as an ophthalmic surgeon to ensure that all aspects of my health were being cared for. He quite literally saved my life and my sight. Thank you, Mr. Gudsoorkar, for everything.

17 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Retina
Uveitis (Inflammatory Eye Disease)
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I recently had the pleasure of undergoing cataract surgery performed by Mr.Gudsoorkar . From the initial consultation through to the post-operative care, the professionalism and expertise displayed by Mr Gudsoorkar and his team were second to none. During my consultation, he took the time to explain the surgery in a detailed and patient-friendly manner, addressing all my concerns with patience and clarity. On the day of the surgery, the Nuffield team was welcoming and made sure I was comfortable and well-informed of the process as it happened. The surgery itself was quicker than I anticipated, and Mr.Gudsoorkar's confidence and calm demeanor kept me at ease throughout the entire procedure. The results were nothing short of miraculous. Mr.Gudsoorkar's skilled hands have not only restored my vision but have dramatically improved it. The clarity and quality of my sight were evident immediately after the surgery, and my recovery was swift and uneventful, thanks to his detailed post-operative care instructions.

17 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Astigmatism
Multifocal Intraocular Lens
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I am really glad I chose to see Mr Gudsoorkar at the Nuffield Hospital ,Taunton . The care through out was always Consultant led . The initial consultation was thorough , he patiently answered all my questions regarding various lens options and help me come to a decision .During the surgery , he was calm and reassuring . The results are fantastic . I had a phone call from him the next day and was also able to contact him easily for a few queries. The overall experience from the first appointment to discharge after the two cataract surgeries was exceptional . I thoroughly recommend Mr Gudsoorkar & the Nuffield Taunton .

12 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Retina
Multifocal Intraocular Lens
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

great result from my cataract surgeries!! Thank you Mr Gudsoorkar

12 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Astigmatism
Cataracts
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Great result after cataract surgeries on both eyes . Fantastic surgeon .. very personable and easy to chat with . Would recommend him thoroughly!

16 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Glaucoma
Retina
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very pleasant personality. Explained the need for laser treatment ( YAG Capsulotomy ) in detail and performed the procedure the same day ! Having struggled with the blurring in my vision for over a year to the extent that i had to stop driving , the immediate improvement in a couple of hours was nothing short of a miracle. Thanks Mr Gudsoorkar

14 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

A kind and caring consultant ! I was anxious about cataract procedures due to my tremor . He was very reassuring and nursing staff was very helpful too. The whole experience was very positive . My eyes have settled down very well and vision excellent .

16 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Complex Cataract Surgery
Astigmatism
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I have been under Mr Gudsoorkar's care both under NHS at Musgrove Park and privately at the Nuffield . He maintains his quality of care , professionalism and empathy across both the practices . Having had treatment over the last 5 years for my severe uveitis under his care ( NHS ) , I decided to have my cataract surgeries at the Nuffield ( privately ) . His care throughout my treatment has been exemplary . Always accessible and explained the treatments in detail . I cannot thank him enough for saving my vision and giving me back my life !!

01 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Astigmatism
Uveitis (Inflammatory Eye Disease)
Complex Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Fantastic surgeon . Had cataract surgeries in both eyes with great result . The care throughout was top class . He answered all queries in detail .Was always contactable for any questions and concerns . I would recommend him to my friends and family . Thank you for your care Mr Gudsoorkar

30 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Complex Cataract Surgery
Cataracts
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Glad to have had the laser done privately by Mr Gudsoorkar . I have been struggling with poor vision for the last 6 months having had cataract surgeries 6 years back. Mr Gudsoorkar explained the need for YAG capsulotomy in detail and performed the procedure the same day without any pain or discomfort. The vision was fantastic the very next day !!

16 Sep 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
YAG Laser Capsulotomy
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Cataract Surgery (3)
Cataracts (3)
Multifocal Intraocular Lens (3)
Uveitis (Inflammatory Eye Disease) (3)

3 endorsements

Mr Gudsoorkar is an excellent consultant colleague. I have worked with Mr Gudsoorkar for almost a decade now. He has a thorough and meticulous approach. He manages complex medical retinal, uveitis and cataract problems. He is kind, caring and professional.

02 Dec 2023
Endorsed for
YAG Laser Capsulotomy
Ophthalmology
Diabetic Retinopathy

Mr Jonathan Park

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

Shantanu is an excellent colleague. We have jointly managed many patients together successfully over the past 5 years. He is thorough and caring to his patients.

02 May 2023
Endorsed for
Ophthalmology
YAG Laser Capsulotomy
Cataract Surgery

Mr Indy Sian

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

I cannot recommend Shantanu highly enough He is a brilliant clinician and surgeon and always takes time, effort and compassion when looking after his patients. I would recommend him to all my friends and family

02 May 2023
Endorsed for
Ophthalmology
YAG Laser Capsulotomy
Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT)

Mr Adam Ross

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague
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Mr Shantanu Gudsoorkar's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 100 reviews

What languages does Mr Shantanu Gudsoorkar speak?

Mr Shantanu Gudsoorkar speaks English and Hindi

Where is Mr Shantanu Gudsoorkar located?

Mr Shantanu Gudsoorkar primarily practices at Nuffield Health Taunton Hospital, located at Staplegrove Elm Showell Park, Taunton, United Kingdom, TA2 6AN
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