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Mr Alex Ionides

Mr Alex Ionides

Ophthalmologist

London, EC1V 9LF

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34 years of experience

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34 years of experience

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Patient Trust Score

4.97

156 patient reviews
4.99
Overall Experience
4.97
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.96
Explanation

196 recommendations for:

Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)(75)
Cataract Surgery(30)
Multifocal Intraocular Lens(18)
Other(73)

Recent patient review

12 Apr 2024

very pleasant bedside manner and clear explanation of my options

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About

Mr Alexander Ionides is an experienced Ophthalmologist. He trained at University College Hospital London Medical School. He qualified in 1989 having also undertaken a BSc degree in Cell Pathology at the Middlesex Hospital in Mortimer St, Central London.

Following early ophthalmic training at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children and Kingston Hospital, he joined Moorfields Eye Hospital in 1992. He spent two years at the Institute of Ophthalmology (1994-96) gaining an MD in the genetics of cataracts and then stayed at Moorfields and was offered a Consultant post in 2001.

He is also an Honorary Senior Lecturer and Honorary Consultant at St George's Hospital, London and the St George's Hospital Medical School. From 2001 until 2010 he was Lead Clinician for the eye services at Moorfields Eye Hospital and St George's Hospital, Tooting.

Mr Ionides has published numerous papers on both cataract and refractive surgery and has given presentations at national and international meetings.

Mr Ionides has expertise in the following areas:

  • Laser Eye Surgery
  • Intraocular Lens Problems
  • Cataract
  • Intraocular Lens Problems
  • Cataracts
  • Eye problems

Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK) (38%)
  • Cataract Surgery (15%)
  • Multifocal Intraocular Lens (9%)
  • Vision Problems (8%)
  • Cataracts (7%)
  • Others (22%)

Subspecialties
  • Refractive Surgery / Surgical Solutions

All conditions and treatments
  • Cataracts
  • Eye Problems
  • Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Multifocal Intraocular Lens
  • Complex Cataract Surgery
  • Refractive Cataract Surgery

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3336092


Qualifications
  • BSc
  • MBBS
  • FRCOphth
  • MD

languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £250
  • Follow-up appointment: £175

Location

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Moorfields Private Eye Hospital

4.77
(3918)
9-11 Bath Street, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 9LF
9-11 Bath Street, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 9LF
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4.82
(3330)
5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
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4.8
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53 Parkside Wimbledon, London, United Kingdom, SW19 5NX
53 Parkside Wimbledon, London, United Kingdom, SW19 5NX
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Reviews

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Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK) (75)
Cataract Surgery (30)
Multifocal Intraocular Lens (18)
Vision Problems (16)
Cataracts (14)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

156 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

very pleasant bedside manner and clear explanation of my options

12 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Refractive Surgery / Surgical Solutions

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Ionides was extremely helpful, kind and understanding. The procedure I had was successful and went smoothly. I was kept advised at all times.

12 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Approachable, caring, and reassuring.

09 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

4.25

5.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.00
Explanation

I trusted him and his expertise very much. However, I feel like he could have been more forthcoming with information (such as how much follow up appointments cost etc.). I felt I had to ask a lot of questions to get the information I needed.

06 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Implantable Contact Lens (ICL)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Really friendly, excellent bedside manner, he explained every thing very clearly which made me feel really relaxed.

05 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Laser Eye Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Ionides was very thorough .

30 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Felt like I was in safe hands. Great experience.

28 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Me Ionides gave me his contact details and encouraged me to let him know how my sight was progressing throughout. When things didn’t go quite as planned he found the issue and sorted it immediately. Always polite, friendly and reassuring

14 Mar 2024verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

He explained everything as he was performing the surgery which really really helped with my nerves and was always willing to answer all my questions via email.

11 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent care and such kindness..Thank you

01 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eye Problems
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What are Mr Alex Ionides's reviews like?

Mr Alex Ionides's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 156 reviews

What languages does Mr Alex Ionides speak?

Mr Alex Ionides speaks English

Where is Mr Alex Ionides located?

Mr Alex Ionides primarily practices at Moorfields Private Eye Hospital, located at 9-11 Bath Street, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 9LF
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