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Mr Chris Matthews, MBBS, FRCOphth

Oculoplastic, Orbital & Lacrimal Surgery Ophthalmology
Speaks
English

Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Verified profile October 2, 2026 Last updated
Mr Chris Matthews, MBBS, FRCOphth, Oculoplastic, Orbital & Lacrimal Surgery, Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Oculoplastic, Orbital & Lacrimal Surgery
LicensedGMC 6166936

Overview

Mr Chris Matthews is a consultant ophthalmologist and oculoplastic surgeon at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, and a consultant since 2018. He sees private patients at the Newmedica Eye Clinic in Newcastle upon Tyne.

He studied medicine at Newcastle University, is a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and completed a fellowship in oculoplastic surgery at the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle.

He specialises in functional eyelid and tear duct problems, including drooping upper eyelids (ptosis), excess eyelid skin, lower eyelids that turn outward, watery eyes and eyelid lumps and cysts.

Languages
English
Gender
Male
Video visits
In person only

Expertise

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • Eyelid surgery
  • Tear duct (lacrimal) surgery
  • Orbital disease
  • Eyelid and orbital tumours

Conditions Treated

  • Droopy eyelids (ptosis)
  • Excess eyelid skin (dermatochalasis)
  • Watery eyes and blocked tear ducts
  • Eyelid turning in or out (entropion and ectropion)
  • Eyelid lumps and skin cancers
  • Thyroid eye disease
  • Orbital tumours and inflammation

Procedures Performed

  • Ptosis repair
  • Upper and lower blepharoplasty
  • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)
  • Entropion and ectropion repair
  • Eyelid lesion removal and reconstruction
  • Orbital surgery and biopsy
  • Orbital decompression

Credentials

  • Medical license

    GMC 6166936

    Issued by General Medical Council (GMC), United Kingdom

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Education & Training

  1. Medical School

    Newcastle University

    MBBS

  2. Fellowship

    Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne

    Oculoplastic surgery fellowship

Insurance & Fees

Self-pay patients are welcome.

If you have private medical insurance (for example Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva or Vitality), check your cover with your insurer and the practice before booking. Self-pay appointments are usually available. NHS appointments normally need a referral from your GP or optometrist.

Insurance networks change. Confirm coverage with your insurance company before your visit.

Location

Newmedica Eye Clinic Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne, England
United Kingdom
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Hospital Affiliations

  • County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

    Medical staff, Durham, England

Questions Patients Ask

How do I book an appointment with Mr Chris Matthews?

Contact Newmedica Eye Clinic Newcastle to book a private appointment. For an NHS appointment, ask your GP or optometrist for a referral.

What should I bring to my first appointment with Mr Chris Matthews?

Bring photo ID, your insurance details or authorisation code if you are insured, a list of your medicines and eye drops, your glasses or contact lenses, and any referral letter or previous eye test results. Your pupils may be dilated, so do not plan to drive straight afterwards.

What does Mr Chris Matthews specialize in?

Mr Chris Matthews practices Oculoplastic, Orbital & Lacrimal Surgery and Ophthalmology. Focus areas include Eyelid surgery, Tear duct (lacrimal) surgery, Orbital disease and Eyelid and orbital tumours.

Where does Mr Chris Matthews practice?

Mr Chris Matthews sees patients at Newmedica Eye Clinic Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom.

Is Mr Chris Matthews accepting new patients?

Mr Chris Matthews is seeing existing patients only right now.

What languages does Mr Chris Matthews speak?

Mr Chris Matthews speaks English.

Which hospitals is Mr Chris Matthews affiliated with?

Mr Chris Matthews is affiliated with County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust.

Where did Mr Chris Matthews train?

Mr Chris Matthews studied medicine at Newcastle University.

About This Profile

  • Verified profile

    Verified profile. Details checked against GMC number, NHS or hospital consultant profile, and private practice listings on October 2, 2026.

  • Last updated

Sources

  1. Newmedica consultant profile
  2. Practice website
  3. GMC medical register

This profile is for general information. It is not medical advice. Confirm details such as insurance and office hours directly with the practice.

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