Mr Romil Patel
Private
NHS
Conditions I treat
Insurers I work with
- Aviva
- AXA PPP
- Bupa
- Cigna
- Healix Health Services
- Vitality
- Western Provident Association (WPA)
Age ranges treated
- Adults (age 16 and above)
About Mr Romil Patel
| Mr Romil Patel is a consultant ophthalmic surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hospital, specialising in cataract surgery, especially using premium or multi-focal lenses. He has a broad training in ophthalmology and has a leading role in the emergency department at Moorfields. He is actively involved in surgical education and innovation, with a particular focus on training junior surgeons in cataract surgery. Mr Patel treats patients with complex visual needs, offering tailored lens-based solutions to improve clarity and quality of life. Known for his calm, communicative approach, he ensures patients are fully informed and supported throughout their treatment journey. |
Qualifications / Professional memberships
- MBBS (UCL Medical School)
- BSc (UCL Medical School)
- MRCS (England)
- FRCOphth (England)
- Diploma in Cataract and Refractive surgery (University of Ulster)
- CertLRS (Certificate in Laser Refractive Surgery) Royal College of Ophthalmologists.
- American Association of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS)
- Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO)
- British Society of Refractive Surgeons (BSRS)
- European Association of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
- International Society of Refractive Surgeons (ISRS)
Current NHS / University Post
- Consultant Ophthalmologist, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London
- Training director of emergency services, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London
Medical training
- 2019 - Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery, University of Ulster
- 2017 - Entrance onto the specialist register and appointed as Consultant Ophthalmologist.
- 2010 - FRCOphth Speciality training in the London School of Ophthalmology including University College London, Royal Free Hospital, Imperial College and Moorfields Eye Hospital.
- 2008 - MRCS London School of surgery, rotating through a number of specialities including plastic surgery, maxillofacial and ENT surgery.
- 2005 - MBBS UCL Medical School
- 2002 - BSc UCL Medical School
Research interest / experience
- BSc - International Health (2001)
Languages spoken
- English
Last updated
3rd December 2025