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Mr Aidan Benson

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Mr Aidan Benson

Mr Aidan Benson

Consultant Ophthalmologist

A.B. (Hons), MBBS, FRCOphth

Specialises in

  • Cataract removal surgery
  • Glaucoma treatment
  • Epiretinal membrane removal surgery
  • Vitreo-retinal surgery for floaters
  • Laser eye treatment
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I have over 15 years experience in the NHS and specialise in complex cataract surgery (including IOL exchange), vitreo-retinal surgery (for floaters, epiretinal membranes, macular holes and retinal detachment), retinal diseases, general ophthalmology and diabetic eye disease.

I have performed thousands of cataract and vitreoretinal procedures with a much lower than national average complication rate (<1%). I use the most up to date and safest techniques, and regularly review outcomes and new technologies as they become established.

I have experience of the American, Canadian, South African and French healthcare systems so appreciate how different systems all have their own benefits and place in providing a high-quality and comprehensive service for patients.

I am a clear communicator who will listen to you as a patient and help you make the best decision to achieve your visual goals and decide on a treatment pathway.

I trained at Imperial College in London, followed by the John Radcliffe hospital in Oxford before completing my ophthalmology training in Yorkshire. I now lead the vitreo-retinal service at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Trust.

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General Medical Council Number: 7293808

Treatment information

Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr Aidan Benson at Spire include:

Ophthalmology

Other treatments

  • Epiretinal membrane removal surgery
  • Eye laser procedures (peripheral iridotomy, SLT laser, Panretinal photocoagulation, retinopexy)
  • Vitreo-retinal surgery for floaters (pars plana vitrectomy)

Events

Mar
11
2025

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Additional information

Ophthalmology

AB (Hons) / Vassar College, NY, USA / 2007
Biochemistry, Music and History

MBBS / Imperial College, London, UK / 2012
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Graduate Entry Programme)

FRCOphth / UK / 2018
Fellowship of Royal College of Ophthalmology

Professional memberships

RCOphth Royal College of Ophthalmologists

BEAVRs British and Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons

Professional leadership

Vitreoretinal Surgery Lead at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Trust.

I have four young children with whom I enjoy sharing my love of the Yorkshire countryside, cycling, rugby, tennis and music.

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