Mr Andrew Scott
Locations I work from
Insurers I work with
- Western Provident Association (WPA)
Age ranges treated
- Adults (age 18 and above)
About Mr Andrew Scott
| Mr Andrew Scott is a leading consultant ophthalmic surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hospital, specialising in cataract surgery and complex glaucoma management. With over 25 years of experience and advanced training at Moorfields, he is dedicated to helping patients achieve clearer vision and renewed confidence through precision cataract surgery and premium lens technologies. For glaucoma care, he provides truly personalised treatment, collaborating with each patient to choose the most effective, sight-preserving approach that prioritises quality of life - favouring minimally invasive techniques such as MIGS or laser when appropriate. Renowned for expertise in advanced glaucoma surgery, including trabeculectomy, tube, and Preserflo, he is trusted internationally for his compassion and exceptional results. |
Qualifications / Professional memberships
- Doctor of Medicine & Surgery (MD)
- Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists London (FRCOphth)
- Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MRCSEd)
- Doctor of Philosophy in Experimental Ophthalmology, University College London (PhD)
- Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
- Member of the European Glaucoma Society (EGS)
- Member of European Society of Ophthalmology (SOE) and outgoing chair of SOE Young Ophthalmologists
- Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- Member Association for Research in Vision & Ophthalmology (ARVO)
- General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register
Current NHS / University Post
- Full-time Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London
- Glaucoma Service Lead Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust at Bedford
- Guardian of Safe Working Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Medical training
- 2.5 years of advanced specialisation in the medical and surgical management of complex glaucoma and cataracts at Moorfields Eye Hospital London
- Certificate of Completion of Training in Ophthalmology from North Thames London Deanery following Higher Ophthalmology Specialist training rotations mostly at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London
- University of Malta Medical School
Research interest / experience
- Diagnosis & surgical management of Glaucoma and Cataracts
- Minimally invasive Glaucoma surgery (MIGS)
- Trabeculectomy procedures
- Glaucoma Drainage implants (tubes)
- Clear lens extractions for angle closure glaucoma
- One year clinical research fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital with Mr Keith Barton in glaucoma surgery
- Awarded Fight For Sight grant to conduct a 3 year Research Fellowship in laboratory neuroscience at UCL Institute of Ophthalmology that led to a PhD thesis in Experimental Ophthalmology
- Member of the International Glaucoma Panel and Mentoring Program - a three year scholarship program 2015-2017
- Achievement Award by American Academy of Ophthalmology 2018
- European Society of Ophthalmology award for best research paper 2007
- Lecturer and examiner UCL and City University London
- Over 80 national and international presentations and instruction courses
Languages spoken
- English
- Italian
- French
- Maltese
Contact Mr Andrew Scott
Practice manager: Kristina Pindolia
Last updated
9th December 2025