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Mr Oliver Bowes, MA (Cantab), MBBS, FRCOphth, Cert LRS

Cataract & Refractive Surgery Cornea & External Disease Ophthalmology
Speaks
English

High Road, Buckhurst Hill, England IG9 5HX, United Kingdom

Verified profile October 2, 2026 Last updated
Mr Oliver Bowes, MA (Cantab), MBBS, FRCOphth, Cert LRS, Cataract & Refractive Surgery, Buckhurst Hill, England
Cataract & Refractive Surgery
LicensedGMC 7053172

Overview

Mr Oliver Bowes is a consultant ophthalmic surgeon in Essex and East London. He is an honorary consultant at Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, where he was clinical lead for cataract surgery, and he sees private patients at Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital in Buckhurst Hill, Spire Hartswood in Brentwood and Spire London East.

He qualified from University College London Medical School with distinction in medical sciences and completed two corneal and refractive fellowships, at Cambridge University Hospitals and Moorfields Eye Hospital. He holds the Royal College certificate in laser refractive surgery.

Mr Bowes specialises in refractive cataract surgery with toric, multifocal and extended depth of focus lenses, refractive lens exchange, all modern forms of corneal transplantation, corneal cross-linking for keratoconus, and dry eye and blepharitis care.

Languages
English
Gender
Male
Video visits
In person only

Expertise

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • Corneal transplantation
  • Keratoconus care
  • Complex cataract surgery
  • Ocular surface disease

Conditions Treated

  • Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy
  • Keratoconus
  • Corneal scars and corneal edema
  • Infectious keratitis
  • Pterygium
  • Dry eye disease
  • Ocular surface disease

Procedures Performed

  • DMEK endothelial keratoplasty
  • DSAEK endothelial keratoplasty
  • Full thickness corneal transplant (penetrating keratoplasty)
  • Corneal cross-linking
  • Pterygium removal with tissue graft
  • Cataract surgery
  • Superficial keratectomy

Credentials

  • Medical license

    GMC 7053172

    Issued by General Medical Council (GMC), United Kingdom

Professional Memberships

  • European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
  • UK and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

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Education & Training

  1. Other Degree

    University of Cambridge

    MA (Cantab)

  2. Medical School2009

    University College London Medical School

    MBBS, Distinction in Medical Sciences

  3. Fellowship

    Cambridge University Hospitals

    Cornea and refractive surgery fellowship

  4. Fellowship

    Moorfields Eye Hospital

    Cornea and refractive 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

Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital

High Road
Buckhurst Hill, England IG9 5HX
United Kingdom
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Hospital Affiliations

  • Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

    Medical staff, Romford, England

  • Spire Hartswood Hospital

    Admitting privileges, Brentwood, England

  • Spire London East Hospital

    Admitting privileges, South Woodford, England

Questions Patients Ask

How do I book an appointment with Mr Oliver Bowes?

Contact Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital 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 Oliver Bowes?

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 Oliver Bowes specialize in?

Mr Oliver Bowes practices Cataract & Refractive Surgery, Cornea & External Disease and Ophthalmology. Focus areas include Corneal transplantation, Keratoconus care, Complex cataract surgery and Ocular surface disease.

Where does Mr Oliver Bowes practice?

Mr Oliver Bowes sees patients at Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital, High Road, Buckhurst Hill, England IG9 5HX, United Kingdom.

Is Mr Oliver Bowes accepting new patients?

Mr Oliver Bowes is seeing existing patients only right now.

What languages does Mr Oliver Bowes speak?

Mr Oliver Bowes speaks English.

Which hospitals is Mr Oliver Bowes affiliated with?

Mr Oliver Bowes is affiliated with Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, Spire Hartswood Hospital and Spire London East Hospital.

Where did Mr Oliver Bowes train?

Mr Oliver Bowes studied medicine at University College London Medical School.

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. Nuffield Health consultant profile
  2. PHIN profile
  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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