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Mr Will Dean

Ophthalmologist

Cheltenham, GL51 6SY

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24 years of experience

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5.00

7 patient reviews2 professional endorsements

15 recommendations for:

Cataracts(6)
Glaucoma(4)
Cataract Surgery(4)
Other(1)

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Premium Cataract Surgery in the Cotswolds, UK

Mr Will Dean is a highly experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist renowned for his expertise in cataracts, cataract surgery (including premium intra-ocular lenses, and advanced cataract), blurred vision, glaucoma, and ocular hypertension. He sees patients both privately at Tetbury Hospital, Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital, Spa Private Medical and within the NHS through Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust where he is the Clinical Director of the Ophthalmology Department.

With a remarkable track record, he has performed over 11,000 ophthalmic procedures, showcasing his skill and dedication to his patients. His qualifications include Fellowship of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (FRCOphth), a PhD in Ophthalmic Surgical Education from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine,  MBChB in Medicine from the University of Leicester in 1999, an Masters degree in education (MEd) in Surgical Education from Imperial College London, and a BSc in Ophthalmology. Mr Dean completed his specialist ophthalmic training in the Severn Deanery, UK.

Mr Dean is Clinical Assistant Professor at the International Centre for Eye Health, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, and as an Honorary Associate Professor at the University of Cape Town, South Africa. Moreover, he contributes to the advancement of surgical skills as a member of The Royal College of Ophthalmologists' Surgical Skills faculty.

He has served as a research associate at Harvard Medical School, Boston Children's Hospital, USA, and four years as CBM Ophthalmologist and Director at Nkhoma Mission Eye Hospital, Malawi.

His research has been published with over 40 peer-reviewed international scientific journal articles, and he is the author of a well-known comprehensive book on eye surgery. He is an active member of The Royal College of Ophthalmologists, London (RCOpth), where he served as the chair of the RCOpth International Committee.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Cataracts (40%)
  • Glaucoma (27%)
  • Cataract Surgery (27%)
  • Glaucoma Surgeries (7%)

Subspecialties
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Glaucoma

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Registered with

Royal College of Ophthalmologists

No. 8704

European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (ESCRS)

No. 5693

General Medical Council

No. 4615695


Qualifications

PhD Ophthalmic Surgical Education - London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, UK

FRCOphth - Royal College of Ophthalmologists, UK

MEd Surgical Education - Imperial College London, UK in 2015

MBChB - University of Leicester, UK in 1999

BSc - University of Leicester, UK in 1996


languages spoken
  • English
  • Afrikaans
  • French
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £260
  • Follow-up appointment: £190

insurers
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Healix
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare

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Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital

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Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, United Kingdom, GL51 6SY
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Malmesbury Road, Tetbury , UK, GL8 8XB
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*Star rating based on patient reviews

7 reviews

5

Excellent consultation and treatment with easy and convenient availability.

28 Jun 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Glaucoma

5

Mr Dean is a complete delight. He is very thorough and does excellent work with a great way of making you feel you are in safe hands. I would highly recommend him to anyone and will certainly book him again for my other cataract.

27 Jun 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery
Cataracts

5

Clear and precise diagnosis and explanation of treatment I.e. cataract surgery

27 Jun 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Glaucoma
Cataracts

5

I found Mr Dean very patient, very clear on my condition, excellent explanations and concise description, I felt very relaxed and positive about the whole appointment.

18 Jun 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Glaucoma Surgeries
Glaucoma
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2 endorsements

Will is an expert cataract and glaucoma surgeon who manages very complex cases. He is also a great colleague and wise department lead.

29 Jun 2024
Endorsed for
Cataract Surgery
Cataracts

Dr Giancarlo Dell'aversana

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

Mr Dean is an excellent colleague and great surgeon. I'd happily let him operate on my family.

24 Jun 2024
Endorsed for
Cataract Surgery
Cataracts

Mr Richard Caesar

Cosmetic (Aesthetic) Medicine
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Will Dean's reviews like?

Mr Will Dean's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 7 reviews.

What languages does Mr Will Dean speak?

Mr Will Dean speaks English, Afrikaans and French

Where is Mr Will Dean located?

Mr Will Dean primarily practices at Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital, located at Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, United Kingdom, GL51 6SY
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