Vitreoretinal or VR surgery is a highly specialised subfield of ophthalmology which is designed to address issues in the retina, macula (the centre of the retina), and vitreous (the gel-like substance filling the eye). This includes conditions such as epiretinal membrane, vitreous floaters, macular hole, and retinal detachment. Vitreoretinal surgery is typically performed as a day-case procedure under local or general anaesthetic, so patients can usually go home the same day. Vitreoretinal surgery is one of the more niche ophthalmology subspecialties, so not every clinic in the UK offers it. At Newmedica, many of our clinics offer vitreoretinal surgery.
What to look for in a vitreoretinal surgeon
Vitreoretinal surgeons first complete extensive ophthalmology training, and then undergo a fellowship focused on vitreoretinal surgery. A surgeon with a high volume of procedures and strong success rates offers both experience and peace of mind. If they have experience with a range of vitreoretinal conditions and are familiar with advanced techniques and technology, this is another sign of clinical expertise. A good vitreoretinal surgeon will also take the time to provide tailored care by understanding your individual circumstances and discussing different treatment options, all while ensuring you feel informed.
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Over 200
vitreoretinal treatments undertaken by Newmedica in the last 12 months
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99.8%
of patients said they were involved with decisions about their care
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99.7%
of our patients stated they were treated with dignity and respect
Mr Serafeim Antonakis
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Cataracts
- Epiretinal membrane
- Macular hole
- Refractive lens exchange
- Vitreoretinal surgery (VR)
- Vitreous floaters
- YAG laser treatment
- Exeter
- Hampshire
- Poole
Mr Aidan Benson
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Partner
- Cataracts
- Vitreoretinal surgery (VR)
- Bradford and Huddersfield
Mr Mandeep Singh Bindra
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Cataracts
- Epiretinal membrane
- OCT scan
- Ocular hypertension
- Vitreoretinal surgery (VR)
- Vitreous floaters
- YAG laser treatment
- Oxfordshire
Mr Alex Brent
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
- Cataracts
- Epiretinal membrane
- Vitreoretinal surgery (VR)
- YAG laser treatment
- Barlborough
- Worksop
Mr Markus Groppe
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Cataracts
- Corneal-cross linking
- Epiretinal membrane
- Macular hole
- OCT scan
- Ocular hypertension
- Vitreoretinal surgery (VR)
- Vitreous floaters
- YAG laser treatment
- Oxfordshire
Mr Bhaskar Gupta
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Cataracts
- Epiretinal membrane
- Macular hole
- Refractive lens exchange
- Vitreoretinal surgery (VR)
- Vitreous floaters
- YAG laser treatment
- Hampshire
- Poole
Mr Johannes Keller
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
- Cataracts
- Epiretinal membrane
- Macular hole
- Vitreoretinal surgery (VR)
- YAG laser treatment
- Bristol - Aztec West
Mr Aashish Mokashi
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
- Cataracts
- Macular hole
- Vitreoretinal surgery (VR)
- Vitreous floaters
- Derby
- Keyworth
- Nottingham
Mr Bataung Mokete
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Partner
- Cataracts
- Macular hole
- Vitreoretinal surgery (VR)
- YAG laser treatment
- Brigg
- Grimsby
- Lincoln
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Bracknell
Venture House, 2 Arlington Square, Downshire Way, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1WA
Bradford and Huddersfield
Park House, Woodland Park, Bradford Road, Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire, BD19 6BW
Bristol - Aztec West
Building 720, Waterside Drive, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol, BS32 4UD
Bristol - Litfield House
Litfield House Medical Centre, 1 Litfield Place, Clifton Down, Bristol, BS8 3LS
Slough
Buckland House, Langley Business Park, 10 Waterside Drive, Langley, Slough, Berkshire, SL3 6EZ
Welwyn Garden City
3 Falcon Gate, Shire Park, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 1TW
This page has been reviewed by by Mr Ash Sharma MBBS, FRCOphth, Consultant Ophthalmologist - Vitreoretinal & Cataract Surgeon on Sept 18th, 2026.