Ophthalmologist
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 1JP
Mr. Eric Barnes is a highly experienced ophthalmic surgeon based in Newcastle. His primary focus is on treating conditions including cataracts, watery eyes, and eyelid issues such as lumps, tumours, and malpositions. Additionally, he is an expert in performing YAG laser capsulotomy to address post-cataract surgery complications and has extensive experience in administering Botulinum toxin (Botox) for cosmetic purposes.
Mr. Barnes completed his medical degree at St George's Hospital Medical School in 1988. He underwent training at several prestigious institutions, including Chelsea and Westminster, Charing Cross, St Thomas’ Hospital, The Western Eye Hospital, and Moorfields Eye Hospital. His training also included an extended oculoplastic fellowship, which specialised in lacrimal (watery eyes) and eyelid surgery.
In addition to his clinical roles, Mr. Barnes is committed to medical education. Since 2002, he has been responsible for developing the undergraduate ophthalmic course at Newcastle University. Furthermore, he has organised national courses focusing on peri-ocular tumours.
Mr. Barnes is a member of several prominent ophthalmic societies, including the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, UK and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He is also a founding member of the British Oculoplastic Surgeons Society and hosted their annual conference in Newcastle in 2008.
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General Medical Council
No. 3351273
Founder member of the British Oculoplastic Surgeons Society (BOPSS)
Fellowship in Oculoplastics: Prof JRO Collin, Prof G Rose and Miss M Beaconsfield. Moorfields Eye Hospital . Feb 2000 to Nov 2001
Member of the UK Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons since 2001
Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons since 2001
Member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists since 1994
Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology since 1992
Member of the Royal College of Physicians 1992
Graduated University of London from St George's Hospital Medical School 1988
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12 reviews
5
Very friendly good explanation of what is involved.
4
Exlained symptoms well.
5
Easy to understand and explained everything well
5
Really nice person and explained everything to me that I needed to know. Very helpful too.
5
Mr barnes was very clear in relation to the treatment as well as possible out comes
5
Mr Barnes saw us very promptly and was very welcoming, knowledgeable and reassuring about current treatment, progress and possible future treatment options available. He explained everything in a very compassionate and respectful manner and answered any questions fully. Thank you for your care and ongoing support and for a very positive experience in Eye Clinic today.
5
Mr barns Is a very knowledgeable person is straight to the point explain s everything to the full and trust him to the moon and back
5
Investigation was handled with sensitivity and care. Having determined the nature of my problem, treatment was clearly explained.
4
Very professional and informative. Easy to talk to.
5
To be honest I did enjoy sitting with Dr. Eric . He explained my case very clear to me which made it easy for me to take the right decision . Many thanks to Dr. Eric Husni H
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Mr Eric Barnes's overall patient rating is 4.83 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 12 reviews
What languages does Mr Eric Barnes speak?
Mr Eric Barnes speaks English
Where is Mr Eric Barnes located?
Mr Eric Barnes primarily practices at Nuffield Health Newcastle upon Tyne Hospital, located at Clayton Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom, NE2 1JP
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