Andrew is an award winning cataract and glaucoma surgeon with a special interest in laser and surgical treatments.
He is current president of the UK and Eire Glaucoma Society (UKEGS), Honorary Reader at University of Edinburgh and NHS Research Scotland National Clinical Lead for Ophthalmology. He is also a Visiting Professor at University of Lausanne, Switzerland. Andrew has over 20 years experience in ophthalmology. He completed his training at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London and Shiley Eye Institute, University of California, San Diego, USA. He was appointed consultant ophthalmologist at Princess Alexandra Eye Pavilion, Edinburgh in 2013 and is now ranked as one of the top 10 glaucoma specialists in Europe. https://expertscape.com/ex/glaucoma/c/eur Andrew holds a certificate in Laser Refractive Surgery (CertLRS) from the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and was awarded the highest score in Europe in his board examination. He has specialist training in advanced cataract surgery and in 2017 was one of a select group of ophthalmologists to be awarded a Fellowship in Cataract and Refractive Surgery Sub-specialist diploma (FEBOS-CR). https://www.escrs.org/education/educational-resources/febos-cr-wall-of-honour/ Andrew performs over 500 cataract operations per year. He is also one of the most experienced glaucoma surgeons in Scotland and the first in Scotland to perform modern glaucoma procedures including the PAUL tube, PreserFlo, Hydrus, OMNI, iTrack Advance, Elios and MINIJect. His wide range of experience enables him to tailor treatments to individual needs. Andrew lives in Edinburgh with his wife and 3 daughters. In his spare time he volunteers as a qualified assessor for the British Paralympic Association. Andrew works with most insurance companies but many of his patients choose to self pay. A new patient consultation is £250. |
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Self pay fees Initial consultation: £250 Follow up consultation: £200 Cataract surgery: from £3250 To check other prices please call 0800 702 2667 |
What patient's say about Dr Tatham
"Mr Tatham is an exceptional Eye Surgeon who has treated my glaucoma with great success. His advice, care and surgical attention have been excellent." Dinah Bentley, Edinburgh "Dr Tatham saved my sight and I’m so grateful.”
Teresita Winser, Aberdeenshire A patient recently shared her story in the Sunday Post. Click the link below to read more.
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Charity workDr Tatham is chair of Eyecare, the charitable body supporting vision research and training in Edinburgh and the Lothians.
If you are holding a charity event or considering a legacy donation please consider a gift this fund which is part of Edinburgh and Lothians Health Foundation. www.justgiving.com/fundraising/eye-pavilion |