Leading retina specialist in London

Expert eye care when you need it most.

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40+

years in the field

20,000+

operations

250+

published works

90,000

treated patients

Emergency eye clinic in London, delivering world-class intervention for urgent eye conditions

Personalised care from a distinguished vitreoretinal surgeon

Meticulous treatment and continuity of care from one of the UK’s most trusted retina specialists.

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Retinal detachment

Emergency treatment to prevent permanent vision loss.

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Macular hole

Precise microsurgery to improve central vision.

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Epiretinal membrane

Specialist care to restore sharper sight.

Trusted by patients for decades

“Our family has trusted Prof. Williamson’s outstanding eye care for over 20 years”

William L.

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“The ease and speed of access has been consistently high – the team is very responsive”

Enid R.

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“He is a very skilled surgeon; I am truly grateful to him, and I would recommend him to anyone without a second thought”

Roger S.

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“My assessment was conducted with state of the art equipment and my retinal exam was exemplary”

Phil S.

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“This sort of immediate care and urgent attention cannot be understated. I now have near perfect vision and no longer require spectacles!”

Peter Selby

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“It was a great relief to finally deal with such a professional, caring team focused on providing me with the best possible outcome”

Michael Carney

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“He is an outstanding, skillfull surgeon who carefully listens to his patients and reassures them. He never proffers false hope! I unreservedly recommend him”

Terence Bayford

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Meet Professor Williamson

Professor Tom Williamson is one of the UK’s foremost retinal surgeons, practising in London. With over 40 years in the field, he has performed more than 20,000 operations and is recognised for both his meticulous technique and consistently successful outcomes. Known for his clear, pragmatic approach, Professor Williamson offers patients highly personalised care with continuity over the long term.

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Books and references

Professor Williamson is also an accomplished author and educator, with multiple publications that have shaped modern vitreoretinal clinic practices.

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How it works

  • 1

    Book your appointment

    Call us or use the online form to a request an appointment.

  • 2

    Have a bespoke consultation

    Professor Williamson carries out a detailed consultation, including tests to assess your vision and eye health.

  • 3

    Receive clear next steps

    If treatment is needed, you’ll leave with a straightforward plan, for example, medication to start immediately, the date of a procedure if required, and any follow-up appointments.

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"Outstanding care, treatment and empathy"

William L

Insurance

We work with major insurance providers, including Bupa, AXA‑PPP, Vitality, WPA, and Aviva.

Frequently asked questions

Always ready when you need us

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Where to find us