Mr Alexander Ionides

About Mr Alexander Ionides

Mr Alexander Ionides is a leading consultant ophthalmologist with expertise in laser eye surgery, small incision cataract surgery, clear lens extraction, and phakic lens implantation. Mr Ionides qualified in 1989 after his training at University College London medical school, and went on to train in ophthalmology at Great Ormond Street Hospital before joining the world-renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital in 1992. Mr Ionides has a strong interest in research, obtaining an MD in cataract genetics and lens research at the Institute of Ophthalmology. He has published numerous papers and has contributed to research and development in both cataract and lens surgery. With a background in both research and many years of practice, Mr Ionides is considered to be one of the best laser eye surgeons in the UK, providing an exceptional level of care and expertise. Mr Ionides holds the position of honorary senior lecturer and honorary consultant at St George's Hospital, and is frequently invited to speak at meetings on both a national and international level.