Background

With over 35 years of experience and more than 30,000 procedures performed, Mr Praveen Kumar is a leading Consultant Ophthalmologist and Lead AMD Consultant in Berkshire. Recognised for his expertise in advanced cataract surgery, premium IOL technology and sophisticated laser procedures, he delivers personalised, world-class eye care from his clinics in Reading and Windsor. Serving patients throughout Berkshire and beyond, his specialist services include premium lens implantation, cataract surgery, laser treatments, and advanced management of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy and complex retinal disorders.

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Specialties Ophthalmology
Languages Spoken

English, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam

Areas of Expertise

Cataract Surgery

Premium Intraocular lens (Multifocal, EDOF, Toric)

Clear Lens Extraction/ Refractive Lens Exchange

Laser treatments

Eye injections for macular degenerations/retinal disease/ diabetic retinopathy/uveitis

Cysts, skin tags, chalazion, blepharitis, dry eye

Medical Training

Qualifications: 

1990: MBBS – JIPMER (University of Madras)

1992: Diploma in Ophthalmology – JIPMER

1993: Master’s in Ophthalmology – JIPMER 

 

Additional training: 

2002: Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (Glasgow)

2003: Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh)

2004: Fellowship of the International Council of Ophthalmology 

2006: Membership of the Royal College of Ophthalmology

 

GMC registration: 

Reference number 6034924

 

Current Posts

Consultant Ophthalmologist at RBH and PCEU

Macular Degeneration Lead at PCEU

College Tutor

Sites Worked at

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Prince Charles Eye Unit

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