MA(Cantab) MBBS FRCOphth FEBO CertLRS
12 years of experience
Cardiff, CF23 8XL
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12 years of experience
Cardiff, CF23 8XL
(+2 more)
9 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Miss Ebube Obi
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Mr Derek Ho is a consultant ophthalmologist based in Cardiff, Wales, specialising in cataract surgery, refractive lens exchange, corneal transplantation, and other corneal and conjunctival procedures. He is also the Consultant Lead for Cataract Services at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. Alongside his NHS consultant work, he also practises privately at Spire Cardiff Hospital and Nuffield Health Cardiff Bay Hospital.
He is a high-volume cataract surgeon, performing and supervising approximately 100 cataract operations each month. For suitable private patients, he offers same-day bilateral cataract surgery using needle-free topical anaesthesia, allowing rapid visual recovery with minimal discomfort.
He graduated from the University of Cambridge and completed his ophthalmology training in Wales, followed by advanced fellowship training in cornea and anterior segment surgery at Bristol Eye Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital.
As a Fellow of both the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (UK) and the European Board of Ophthalmology, Mr Ho is a dual board-certified eye surgeon. He also holds the UK specialist certificate in laser and refractive surgery (CertLRS), reflecting his expertise in advanced vision correction techniques.
He is a Surgical Skills Faculty Trainer at the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, teaching and mentoring ophthalmology trainees nationally. Alongside his clinical work, he has authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications and regularly presents at national and international meetings. He is a member of UKISCRS and EuCornea.
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General Medical Council
No. 7419381
University of Cambridge
Medicine
Graduated 2010
Read publications and papers written by this specialist.
15 / 03 / 2018
Stereoscopic Microsurgical Videography of Phacoemulsification Surgery
Published in JAMA Ophthalmology
13 / 11 / 2015
Interventions for trachoma trichiasis
Published in Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
01 / 08 / 2017
Voice-controlled virtual assistants for the older people with visual impairment
Published in Eye
12 / 02 / 2019
Using smartphone-delivered stereoscopic vision in microsurgery: a feasibility study - Eye
Published in Eye
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Dr. Derek Ho interacts with patients in a professional, friendly, and reassuring way. He provides clear details about procedures, such as cataract surgery. Patients find operations quick and pain-free, leading to excellent, clear vision. The overall patient experience for eye procedures, mainly cataract surgery, is consistently positive and efficient.
The latest treatment was both professional and caring everything was explained in detail, I felt very comfortable and week looked after
I am very impressed with the whole Team, very caring and professional., from the moment you walk through doors, Everyone make you feel very welcome. I was so nervous at the beginning, not knowing what to expect...but I am really pleased I went. The surgeon Dr Ho and his team was fantastic....by the time I got my second appointment......I was really looking forward to see them all again. Dr Ho was very ,caring, professional and explain all procedures step by step , which made me so at ease. Thank you all.
From start to finish the whole team were caring, attentive and provided reassurance, in a professional manner. Together with Mr Ho's calm and professional approach I felt confident in the treatment I was receiving. The whole experience was comfortable and positive.
I had cataract operation for both eyes and found Dr Ho and his team very helpful and reassuring. Only 1 day and eyesight is much better. thank you
This is my second operation on my cataract with Dr Ho. I felt very confident when going into surgery this time as my first operation had been so successful. His calm and confident manner during the operation was very assuring which totally relaxed me. I would consider anybody having this doctor as their surgeon, very lucky.
The only disconcerting thing was being left alone waiting in the pre-op room, not knowing how long it was going to be when I was anxious about the procedure.
A very relaxing place all the staff were kind and courteous I could not fault Spa Medica
Very smooth from start to finish and everyone explained clearly what they were doing and why. Very impressed with everyone
Thoroughly professional staff made me feel totally at ease and were open to all questions and concerns

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Ophthalmologist
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Dr. Derek Ho's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 55 reviews.
What languages does Dr. Derek Ho speak?
Dr. Derek Ho speaks English, Cantonese and Mandarin
Where is Dr. Derek Ho located?
Dr. Derek Ho primarily practices at Spire Cardiff Hospital, located at Croescadarn Rd, Pontprennau, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF23 8XL
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What are Dr. Derek Ho working hours?
Dr. Derek Ho is working Thursday (14:00 - 16:00)
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