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Mr Hadi Zambarakji

Mr Hadi Zambarakji

Ophthalmologist

London, NW8 9NH

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28 years of experience

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28 years of experience

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Patient Trust Score

4.98

74 patient reviews7 professional endorsements
5.00
Overall Experience
4.96
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.97
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129 recommendations for:

Cataract Surgery(36)
Macular Degeneration(8)
Retinal Tear(8)
Other(77)

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15 Apr 2024

Mr Zambarakji cannot be faulted in any way whatsoever. His knowledge, explanation and manner is...

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About

Mr Hadi Zambarakji is an Ophthalmic Surgeon with over 10 years experience as a Consultant. His NHS base is at Barts Health where he also holds a role as Clinical Governance lead for Ophthalmology and Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust. His areas of expertise include vitreoretinal surgery and microincision phacoemulsification cataract surgery including the use of multifocal lens implants and toric lens implants.

Mr Zambarakji received fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London and in medical retina at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, at Harvard Medical School in the US. He runs a busy retinal practice and manages patients with retinal detachment, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, vitreomacular traction and advanced diabetic eye disease, as well as macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusion and diabetic retinopathy. He has carried out research in retinal imaging, high myopia, vitreomacular traction and diabetic eye disease and has published widely in the field of the retina and presented his research at several national and international meetings. His other interests include education and training, having been College Tutor and Regional Advisor to the Royal College of Ophthalmologists as well as being an Examiner for the Royal College.

Mr. Zambarakji has expertise in the following areas:

  • Vitrectomy
  • Retinal detachment repair
  • Macular hole/epiretinal membrane surgery
  • Cryotherapy/buckle for retinal detachment repair
  • Intravitreal injections
  • Diabetic macular oedema treatment (laser/injections)
  • Macular degeneration treatment (intravitreal injections)
  • Small incision phacoemulsification cataract surgery
  • Toric lens implantation
  • Diseases and surgery of the retina and vitreous
  • Small gauge vitrectomy surgery (23G, 25G)
  • Diabetic eye disease
  • Macular degeneration
  • Small incision phacoemulsification cataract surgery
  • Toric lens implants

Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Cataract Surgery (28%)
  • Macular Degeneration (6%)
  • Retinal Tear (6%)
  • Eye Problem (5%)
  • Lens Replacement Surgery (5%)
  • Others (49%)

Subspecialties
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Vitreoretinal Surgery
  • Emergency Ophthalmology
  • Cataract Network

All conditions and treatments
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retinal Tear
  • Eye Problem
  • Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
  • Eye Problems
  • Macular Hole
  • Glaucoma
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Blepharitis
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Lens Replacement Surgery
  • Epiretinal Membrane
  • Retinal Imaging
  • Retinal Laser Surgery
  • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
  • Eye Test
  • Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT)
  • Complex Cataract Surgery
  • Eyelid Cyst (Chalazion) Surgery

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3494617


Qualifications
  • Dundee University and Medical School (MB ChB) - 1990
  • Royal College of Ophthalmologists (FRCOphth) - 1995
  • University of Nottingham (D.M) - 1999

languages spoken
  • English
  • French

insurers
  • General Medical
  • health-on-line
  • April
  • Groupama
  • Simply Health
  • Healix
  • Saga Insurance
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa
  • CS Healthcare
  • WPA
  • Legal & General
  • The Exeter
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Norwich Union
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • The PHC
  • Benenden
  • Bupa Platinum

Location

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St John & St Elizabeth Hospital

4.76
(3401)
60 Grove End Road, London, United Kingdom, NW8 9NH
60 Grove End Road, London, United Kingdom, NW8 9NH
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4.85
(2080)
49 Marylebone High Street, London, United Kingdom, W1U 5HJ
49 Marylebone High Street, London, United Kingdom, W1U 5HJ
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03:00 - 19:00
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4.86
(1076)
High Road Buckhurst Hill, Essex, United Kingdom, IG9 5HX
High Road Buckhurst Hill, Essex, United Kingdom, IG9 5HX
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09:00 - 15:30
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4.81
(615)
Roding Lane South, Redbridge, United Kingdom, IG4 5PZ
Roding Lane South, Redbridge, United Kingdom, IG4 5PZ
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09:00 - 15:30
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Reviews

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Cataract Surgery (31)
Macular Degeneration (8)
Retinal Tear (8)
Eye Problem (7)
Lens Replacement Surgery (6)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

74 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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Mr Zambarakji cannot be faulted in any way whatsoever. His knowledge, explanation and manner is superb and I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending him to anyone.

15 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eye Problem

5

5.00
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5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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Always pleasant and professional

12 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eye Problems

5

5.00
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5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent as usual. Professional and thorough. 5 star

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

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent experience and he is a thorough professional.

12 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Zambarakji was the consultant who performed the Vitrectomy on my mother last November. From my mother’s first appointment to discuss what the operation would entail to being discharge this week he has been so professional and understanding of the fact my mothers English is not perfect, he explained it in a way she would understand. Even after the operation he came out to explain to me how everything had gone and what realistically to expect as he knew how concerned I was, which really put my mind at rest. my mothers sight has steadily improved over the last few months. Even on her last appointment even though we were seen by another dr, he still took the time to come in and reassure my mother again. I cannot thank him enough for his professionalism and the time he made to make this whole experience as stress free as possible. Thank you Mr Zambarakji.

10 Apr 2024verified patient

5

5.00
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5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

At the beginning of my cataracts, I was told by the opticians that it was mild and that I could still do my daily tasks for years to come, but within two years my eye sight deteriorated very badly. I could hardly see anything clearly outside two meters. My eyesight was very foggy and cloudy. Reading everyday letters was almost impossible. Anything on white background was practically invisible. My brother before me had cataracts also. He was recommended Mr. Hadi Zambarakji by my dentist. We were told that he was a brilliant surgeon and very professional. We met Mr Zambarakji, he was very pleasant to talk to to and made you feel at ease. My brother was very happy with him so he proceeded with the cataract operation for both his eyes which turned out a success. So when my cataracts started to effect my daily routine I decided to give Mr Zambarakji a visit. Again he was soft spoken and made you feel very at ease. He carefully explained the procedure to me to make sure I understand what the surgery entails. After doing a few tests my surgery was ready. I was advised to have a local anaesthetic done. So I was basically awake while Mr Zambarakji operated on my eyes. During the operation I noticed how Mr Zambarakji took complete control of the the theatre operations room. I very quickly felt confident that I had the right man to do job. It was painless and frankly quite an extraordinary experience. After about twenty five minutes the operation was done. I could see clearly almost instantly and proceeded to do the other eye two weeks later. After the second operation my life was transformed. I could read everything with crystal clear clarity. It was an amazing feeling. The operation was a complete success with no complications for both eyes. One of my hobbies is an on-line billiard game that I play. Players from all around the world participate in tournaments that are of a very high standard. After My operation I competed in an official on-line 10 ball world championship. I got the final, I almost won it. No way would this had been possible without the surgery that Mr Zambarakji had done on me. It honestly changed my life. Now I am playing in another world championship and I will hopefully go a step further and win it.

05 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

Reply from Hadi Zambarakji

What a story about the online billiard word championship! Thank you so much for the detailed review and your supportive comments. It is a pleasure to know that we have made a substantial difference to your quality of life.

07 Apr 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Great experience from start to finish so glad I had the operation(s) and that Mr Zambarakji was recommended to me.

05 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

Reply from Hadi Zambarakji

Thank you for the feedback. I am very lucky to have a fantastic team in clinic, in the office and in the operating room.

07 Apr 2024

5

5.00
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5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent treatment and care

22 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

All very good and no complaints whatsoever

20 Mar 2024verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent. Very clear and helpful explanations.

12 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Retinal Tear
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Cataract Surgery (5)
Vitreoretinal Surgery (3)
Retinal Detachment (2)
Cataracts (2)

7 endorsements

I have know Hadi for over 30yrs. He is extremely personable and an excellent ophthalmologist. He has extensive experience as a retinal specialist for both medical and surgical retinal problems. I have no hesitation in recommending him.

10 Apr 2024
Endorsed for
Cataract Surgery
Retinal Detachment
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

Mr Gurpreet (Saab) Bhermi

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

I have known Hadi for the past 20+ years and we have shared the care of many of our patients. He is a highly competent retinal specialist and surgeon and a great doctor who will always give his patients the best possible care.

02 Apr 2024
Endorsed for
Vitreoretinal Surgery
Cataracts

Miss Vickie Lee

Ophthalmology
We trained together

I have known Hadi as a colleague for 30 years! He is an excellent retinal and cataract surgeon and I am very happy to recommend him.

31 Mar 2024
Endorsed for
Cataract Surgery
Vitreoretinal Surgery

Mr Simon Woodruff

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

29 Mar 2024
Endorsed for
Vitreoretinal Surgery
Retinal Detachment
Epiretinal Membrane

Mr Tariq Ayoub

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Hadi Zambarakji's reviews like?

Mr Hadi Zambarakji's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 74 reviews

What languages does Mr Hadi Zambarakji speak?

Mr Hadi Zambarakji speaks English and French

Where is Mr Hadi Zambarakji located?

Mr Hadi Zambarakji primarily practices at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, located at 60 Grove End Road, London, United Kingdom, NW8 9NH
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Mr Hadi Zambarakji is working Wednesday (03:00 - 19:00), Thursday (09:00 - 15:30), Friday (09:00 - 15:30)

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