Consultant Profile

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

Practising at: Ashford

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

Special clinical interests:
Mr Bloch has a special interest in:
Cataract surgery (standard and advanced)
Complex cataract surgery
Secondary intra-ocular lenses
Laser for posterior capsular opacification
Laser for retinal tears or detachment
Retinal detachment surgery
Macular hole surgery
Epiretinal membrane surgery
Diabetic vitrectomy
Vitrectomy for floaters

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: 2009 Oxford University, 2012 University College London Medical School

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

Background Information

Mr Bloch is a Consultant Eye Surgeon specialising in cataract surgery and the treatment of vitreoretinal conditions, including macular holes, epiretinal membranes and retinal detachments.

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 is an active contributor to ophthalmic research and has published over 30 peer-reviewed papers on topics ranging from cellular genetics to advanced robotics and artificial intelligence. He frequently presents at international conferences and has received multiple awards for his work.

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.

Dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred 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.

Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, cycling, playing cricket and skiing.

The British & Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons website where there is a comprehensive collection of patient information sheets about common vitreoretinal disorders and the management options:

Patient Information | British and Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons