About Us
About The London Eye Clinic
At The London Eye Clinic, your vision is in the hands of one of London’s most experienced and trusted ophthalmic surgeons, Mr Hooman Sherafat.
Introduction
Hooman Sherafat & The London Eye Clinic
When Mr Hooman Sherafat began his career in ophthalmology, he wasn’t interested in rushing patients through a system. He wanted to build something more personal, where people felt seen, heard, and completely confident in their care. After more than 20 years as a consultant ophthalmic surgeon, that vision became reality with The London Eye Clinic, serving the population of Southwest London, Kingston, Wimbledon & wider Surrey.
Established not as a faceless medical brand, but as an extension of Mr Sherafat’s practice, The London Eye Clinic exists to give patients direct access to expert-level care without the uncertainty of who they’ll be treated by. From the very first consultation to post-operative care, Mr Sherafat is with you every step of the way.
Having performed thousands of complex eye procedures, including complex cataract surgery with vision correction using premium intraocular lenses, to reduce spectacle independence and lens replacement, Mr Sherafat is known not only for his surgical precision but also for the way he puts people at ease. His approach is calm, honest, and refreshingly straightforward.
By founding The London Eye Clinic, Mr Sherafat created more than just a name, he created a place where clinical excellence and personal care go hand in hand.
Our Values
What you can expect under our care
Patient First Care
Every decision starts with what’s best for you. From your first consultation to your final follow-up, your care is led personally by Mr Sherafat. You’ll have time to ask questions, understand your options, and feel fully supported at every stage.
Honest & Ethical Always
You’ll never be sold a treatment you don’t need. We’re here to give you clear, honest advice, even if that means recommending no treatment at all. Our commitment is to your long-term eye health, not sales targets.
Experience You Can Trust
With over 20 years of experience and thousands of procedures performed, Mr Sherafat brings the highest level of surgical precision, clinical judgment, and patient care, all under one name you can trust.
Hooman’s experience
Over 20 years of experience
Hooman has been an NHS consultant since 2005 and a consultant and lead clinician at Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. He qualified from St.George’s Hospital Medical School, University of London, in 1992 and subsequently undertook higher specialist training in ophthalmology in London, which included training in centres such as Guys and St. Thomas’ Hospital and the world-renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital.
Mr Sherafat has also completed sub-specialist fellowship training in the field of Oculoplastics at Moorfields Eye Hospital. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists of the UK, member of the European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery and British Oculoplastics Surgery Society (BOPSS).
He is the Lead Clinician at the Royal Eye unit, a post he held between 2012 & 2022 and again more recently. In his routine practice, Mr Sherafat deals with all aspects of general ophthalmology. He leads the Best Interest Ophthalmology Service for patients with learning difficulties at the Royal Eye Unit, many of whom have complex needs and cataracts as well as managing oculoplastic disorders, such as eyelid malpositions (displacements), periocular tumours, surgical and non-surgical periocular rejuvenation lacrimal disorders (watery eyes).
Mr Sherafat continues to actively supervise and teach ophthalmic surgical trainees, many of whom have now become accomplished NHS consultants in the UK.
His close collaboration and work with local organisations supporting the visually impaired was recognised by Royal National Institute for the Blind (RNIB) and members of the House of Lords, where he was invited to the House of Lords in 2016 for recognition of services to the visually impaired.
Mr Sherafat prides himself on offering a completely honest, ethical and genuinely caring service, which is totally patient centred and leaves no stone unturned in ensuring delivery of the highest possible care, recognising that preparation is the cornerstone of success.
Our Facilities
Where You’ll Be Seen
Mr Hooman Sherafat sees patients across several leading private hospitals in South West London, including Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital but also including Spire St Anthony’s, Kingston Private Health, and Epsom Day Surgery.
He primarily consults and operates from Parkside, a modern facility equipped with advanced diagnostic and surgical technology tailored for ophthalmic care. Wherever you’re seen, you can expect the same high standard of consultant-led treatment, professional surroundings, and personal attention. All locations are carefully chosen for their excellent reputation, patient comfort, and commitment to clinical excellence.
Giving Back
Helping those in developing countries who need eye surgery
Mr Sherafat has a keen interest and commitment to charity work and has carried out work in countries such as Burma, Ghana & Bangladesh. In his most recent fourth visit to Bangladesh in July 2022, he carried out in excess of 100 cataract operations.
Learn more about Hooman’s charity workFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions we are asked
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We provide treatment for a wide range of eye conditions, including cataract surgery with premium intraocular lens implants, YAG laser capsulotomy for posterior capsular opacification (PCO). We also offer treatment for disorders of the eyelid including ptosis, ectropion, entropion correction and eyelid lesions treatments. We also offer cosmetic procedures such as blepharoplasty (eyelid reduction). We also consult patients with general ophthalmic eye conditions.
During your consultation, you’ll have a full assessment of your eye health and options. We’ll discuss whether surgery—or a non-surgical alternative—is the best way forward, ensuring you have the information needed to make a confident decision.
- Please bring you latest (current) distance and near spectacles
- Please bring any referral letter from your optician and your latest spectacle prescription, if available
- Please refrain from wearing your soft contact lenses for at least one week and hard contact lenses for two weeks prior to your consultation to ensure accurate lens implant power calculations are carried out on the same day. This is to avoid subsequent delays pending contact lens wear omission.
- Please do not drive to your appointment on the day, because your pupil will be dilated during the consultation and this can blur your vision.
Recovery varies depending on the type of surgery. Minor procedures like chalazion removal or YAG laser capsulotomy require little downtime, while surgeries such as blepharoplasty or ptosis correction may take a couple of weeks for swelling to settle. You’ll receive detailed aftercare guidance for your specific treatment.
Yes. All consultations and procedures are carried out by Mr Hooman Sherafat, a consultant ophthalmologist with over 20 years of experience in both surgical and non-surgical eye care.
Medical eye surgery is carried out to treat a condition that affects your vision or eye health. Examples include cataract surgery, glaucoma procedures, or surgery for retinal problems. These operations are considered necessary to protect or improve your eyesight and are often recommended by your eye specialist.
Cosmetic eye surgery, on the other hand, is performed to enhance the appearance of the eyes rather than to correct a medical problem. For example, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) to reduce drooping lids or remove under-eye bags is usually cosmetic unless the drooping skin is obstructing vision.
In short, medical eye surgery focuses on preserving or restoring sight, while cosmetic eye surgery is aimed at appearance and aesthetics.
Yes. Our approach is always to achieve results that look natural and in keeping with your features. The aim is to restore function and comfort, while also giving you a refreshed and balanced appearance.
The London Eye Clinic is a private clinic. However, Mr Sherafat also works within the NHS, meaning his patients benefit from the same high standards of expertise, care, and ethical practice across both settings.