Professor David Gartry

Professor David Gartry is a world-renowned consultant ophthalmic surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hospital, with over 35 years of experience in laser eye surgery, cataract, and corneal procedures. He was the first surgeon in the UK to perform laser eye surgery and has since carried out over 30,000 laser procedures, 20,000 cataract and lens procedures, and over 1,000 corneal transplants. Recognised for delivering exceptional outcomes in complex cases, he offers advanced treatments tailored to individual needs. Professor Gartry has published numerous articles and scientific papers. His reputation for patient-focused care makes him a trusted choice for those seeking vision correction and cataract treatment.

Qualifications / Professional memberships

• Fellow Royal College of Ophthalmologists
• Past president of the British Society of Refractive Surgery
• Past council member United Kingdom and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Current NHS / University Post

• Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (1995)
• Senior Lecturer, London University (1995)
• Appointed Honorary Professor, City University, Faculty of Vision Sciences (2006)

Medical training

• University College London
• St Thomas’s Hospital, London
• Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London

Research interest / experience

• Laser refractive surgery, Femto-second laser cataract surgery, new lens implants, corneal graft surgery

• Full-time higher degree research post (MD 1995), corneal fellowship (Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (1994)

Languages spoken

• English