Mr Amit Patel
Mr Patel graduated from the University of Wales College of Medicine (UWCM) in 1999 and then completed his postgraduate ophthalmic training at teaching centres in Wales, Yorkshire and London. Subsequently he spent two years training with world-renowned surgeons both in Italy and at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London where he developed his skills in the latest corneal transplantation techniques. Mr Patel also gained valuable experience of dealing with complex corneal and cataract surgery, external eye disease and refractive surgery procedures. Mr Patel has had the privilege and honour of operating on his ophthalmic surgeon colleagues and many of their family members. He is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust. Mr Patel was awarded the Pfizer Ophthalmic Fellowship Award by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, and undertook further subspecialty training in corneal transplant surgery and laser refractive surgery. His postgraduate training was completed in Wales, Yorkshire and London. He holds MB BCh and FRCOphth.
Qualifications
MB BCh, FRCOphth
Areas of Expertise
What Mr Amit Patel sees
- Cataract, Corneal and Refractive (Lens and Laser) Eye Surgery.
- Cataract Surgery
- Yag Capsulotomy
- Corneal and Refractive Surgery
- General Ophthalmology
What to expect
Your appointment starts with a conversation — your symptoms, your history, and what matters to you about sorting it out. Bring a list of any medication you take, and any recent test results or letters from other clinicians if you have them.
You will leave knowing what Amit thinks is going on, what — if anything — needs investigating, and what happens next. If you need tests, imaging or a follow-up, we will arrange it before you leave, and write to your GP if you would like us to.
Booking and referrals
You can book online, and you do not need a GP referral for a self-pay appointment. If you are using private medical insurance, your insurer will usually ask for a referral first — see how insurance works at The Vesey. Fees for every service are on our price list, and consultant fees are set out on our consultant fees page.
Frequently asked questions
What does Mr Amit Patel specialise in?
Mr Amit Patel is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at The Vesey in Sutton Coldfield, seeing patients for cataract, corneal and refractive (lens and laser) eye surgery, cataract surgery, yag capsulotomy and more.
Do I need a GP referral?
Not for a self-pay appointment. If you are claiming on private medical insurance, your insurer will usually require one — check with them before you book.
When does Mr Amit Patel run clinics?
Clinics run thursday afternoons. Availability is shown when you book.
Is Mr Amit Patel registered?
Yes — Mr Amit Patel is registered with the GMC (GMC 4627474). You can check any UK clinician's registration on their regulator's public register.