Felipe Dhawahir-Scala

Consultant Ophthalmologist and Vitreoretinal Surgeon

Director of the Acute Ophthalmic Services, Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, Manchester, UK.

Latest Contribution

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The increasing privatisation of ophthalmology: How has and how will it affect resident doctors?

20 August 2025 | | EYE - Cataract

It’s well known that the rising number of private ophthalmology providers in the UK have continued to increase their market share in providing various services. Referrals from NHS trusts have continued to increase with nearly 60% of cataract operations being...