Professional Profile
Mr. Chris Panos is a highly experienced Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon who has been practicing Ophthalmology for more than 20 years. He specializes in the management of glaucoma and cataract surgery, providing expert care tailored to each patient's needs.
As the Lead Clinician for Glaucoma at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, Mr. Panos leads a team that received the prestigious Best UK Ophthalmology Team award at the Bayer Ophthalmology Honours 2016. His expertise in glaucoma management is widely recognized in the field.
Mr. Panos is particularly skilled in both medical and surgical treatments for glaucoma, including complex cases. He offers a range of procedures from conventional filtration surgery to the latest minimally invasive glaucoma techniques (MIGS).
For cataract patients, Mr. Panos provides modern small incision surgery with particular expertise in managing cataracts in patients with glaucoma. He is dedicated to delivering exceptional care with the highest standards of safety and clinical excellence.
Education and Training
Mr. Panos graduated from Semmelweis University in 1998 and has trained at some of the UK's most prestigious eye hospitals, including:
- Moorfields Eye Hospital, London - Glaucoma and Emergency Fellow
- Oxford Eye Hospital - Advanced Glaucoma Fellow
- Queens Hospital, London - Leadership Fellow
- UCLH - Fellow and Honorary Consultant
This extensive training at world-class institutions has equipped Mr. Panos with exceptional skills in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions, with particular expertise in glaucoma management and cataract surgery.
Mr. Panos is committed to ongoing education and staying at the forefront of advances in ophthalmology. He regularly attends international conferences and training courses to ensure his patients benefit from the latest developments in eye care.
Qualifications and Memberships
- Member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists
- Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology
- Member of the UK Glaucoma Society
- Member European Glaucoma Surgery
- Member of the European Society for Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
- Registered as a Specialist with the General Medical Council since 2011 (GMC number: 6089787)
- Bayer Award for Best Ophthalmology Team UK 2016
Areas of Expertise
- Medical and surgical management of glaucoma
- Complex cataract surgery
- Expert in using premium multifocal and toric lenses
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)
- Combined cataract and glaucoma procedures
Current Positions
NHS Consultant Posts
Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Lead Clinician for Glaucoma
Private Practice
Ramsay Ashtead Hospital
Glaucoma Lead at Cobham Day Surgery Hospital
Epsom Day Surgery
Languages
English
Greek (Fluent)