Consultant Profile

Mr Edward Bloch MA(Oxon) MBBS MD(Res) FEBOS-R FRCOphth MA(Oxon) MBBS MD(Res) FEBOS-R FRCOphth

Mr Bloch is a Consultant Ophthalmologist and Vitreoretinal Surgeon at Spencer Private Hospitals. He specialises in Cataract Surgery and the treatment of retinal conditions, including macular holes, epiretinal membranes, and retinal detachments.

Practising at: Ashford

Specialties: Cataract Surgery, General Ophthalmology, Laser and Vitreoretinal Surgery

Special clinical interests:
Cataract Surgery (standard and advanced)
Complex Cataract Surgery
Diabetic Vitrectomy
Epiretinal Membrane Surgery
Laser for Posterior Capsular Opacification
Laser for retinal tears or detachment
Macular Hole Surgery
Retinal Detachment Surgery
Secondary intraocular lenses
Vitrectomy for floaters
YAG Laser Treatment

Current NHS and /or university posts: Consultant Eye Surgeon at East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Trust.

Year of first medical qualification and medical school attended: Oxford University (2009), University College London Medical School (2012).

Current membership(s) of professional, national and regional bodies:
Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (FRCOphth)
Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmologists (FEBOS-R)
Member of British & Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons (BEAVRS)
Member of the European Society of Retinal Specialists

Background Information

After graduating from Oxford University in 2009 and University College London Medical School with distinction in 2012, Mr Bloch completed his ophthalmic training in London.

His training included a three-year clinical fellowship at the renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital and Institute of Ophthalmology, funded through the Wellcome/EPSRC Centre for Interventional and Surgical Sciences. During this time, he was awarded a Doctorate in Medicine in Disorders of the Vitreoretina in 2023.

To further refine his expertise, Mr Bloch undertook advanced fellowships in both medical and surgical retina at St Thomas' Hospital, London, and Bristol Eye Hospital.

He is highly skilled in managing a wide range of conditions, from routine macular hole and epiretinal membrane surgery to complex, high-risk cataract procedures and vision-saving retinal detachment repairs. He utilises the latest technology to ensure the highest standard of care.

Mr Bloch takes the time to address any concerns surrounding eye surgery, clearly explaining all available management options. By fostering strong patient relationships, he aims to reduce anxiety and build confidence in decision-making.

In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, cycling, playing cricket and skiing.

Education and Research

Mr Bloch is an active contributor to Ophthalmic research and has published over 40 peer-reviewed papers on topics spanning cellular genetics, advanced robotics, artificial intelligence, and retinal prosthesis systems. He frequently presents at international conferences and has received multiple awards for his work. His doctoral research focused on disorders of the vitreoretina.

Accolades

Since 2024, Mr Bloch has served as an NHS Consultant at East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Trust, where he is actively involved in training, audit, and service development.

He is a Fellow of both the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and the European Board of Ophthalmologists and a member of the British & Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons and the European Society of Retinal Specialists.

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