Mr Alex J Shortt - Consultant Cataract, Cornea and Laser Eye Surgeon Reviews 

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My ‘SMILE’ surgery at Optegra has left me with permanent eye blurriness. After many visits to the Optegra opticians, they continued to gaslight me that my vision was fine. Eventually Mr Shortt saw me... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a long chat with Alex as to whether I should elect for multi focal lens replacement. He listened to my reasons and expectations. We eventually decided to postpone any surgery and review the situ... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just had cataracts removed and lens replacement fitted at Optegra Guildford, absolutely delighted with the care from all members, but a special thank you to the surgeon Alex Shortt, great care and ex... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It's now 4 weeks since my surgery. I had the lenses replaced in both eyes on the same day. I have nothing but praise for the Optegra team and in particular Alex Shortt. I was anxious about the procedu... See more

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Mr Alex J Shortt is a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, an Honorary Consultant Ophthalmologist at London’s Moorfields Eye Hospital, and a Wellcome Trust Fellow & Clinician-Scientist, at University College London’s Institute of Ophthalmology. Mr Shortt’s initial medical training was at the National University of Ireland in Dublin. This was followed by a PhD in Ophthalmology at University College, London and 10 years of specialist surgical training at Moorfields Eye Hospital London. Mr Shortt sits on the editorial boards of various professional publications and has published extensively himself. He has received numerous prizes and distinctions including the Fight for Sight prize and the Moorfields Research Medal.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Indy consultation with Mr Short

I. was more than satisfied with the treatment and help I received . Mr Short was excellent , I arrived for my consultation very worried and left completely relieved of any concerns , the best consultant I have ever been to by far .

September 7, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I couldn't be happier to have Mr Shortt …

I couldn't be happier to have Mr Shortt as my surgeon - he is professional, highly knowledgeable, and immediately made me feel at ease. I felt able to fully trust Mr Shortt with my eyes and he has done an excellent job. I was able to discuss any questions and concerns with him e.g. I have some residual glare noticeable at night time which Mr Shortt fully explained is normal and can take a short time to settle. I felt reassured and supported by him every step of the way and I have already recommended him to my friends and colleagues. Thank you!

September 6, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alex Shortt brought me out of the …

Alex Shortt brought me out of the "twilight" world that I had been living for so many years when he performed lens replacement surgery on both of my eyes in May. Not needing spectacles after 60 years of wearing them is truly incredible.

September 6, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So happy i did it!

Dr. Shortt was great - extremely reassuring, professional and a lovely guy. I would highly recommend using him if you're thinking of having laser eye surgery.

September 6, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Diagnosis of Rosatia

M Shortt was very courteous, professional, thorough and knowledgeable, His advice was pragmatic and clear. No hesitation recommending him. Also responded quickly to a follow up question via email.

September 6, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Marvellous results

The treatment I received from everyone at Optegra was first class and they made it possible for me to say goodbye to my 5 different pairs of glasses forever.

September 6, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mr Shortt has been for a number of …

Mr Shortt has been for a number of years now, and continues to be wonderfully caring and attentive to my father. His thorough approach and excellent care, means we always feel in safe hands.
Highly recommended,

Mrs Melanie Marshall
(Daughter of Mr C Diomedous)

September 6, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hello Optegra team,

Hello Optegra team,
Everything is fine.
And I would just like to thank all your team for a wonderful job.
I am very happy with the result.
Mr Alex J Shortt is the very best doctor I ever met.
I will recommend Optegra to my family and friends.
Thank you very much.

September 6, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience

'd been putting off cataract surgery for nearly a year even though my vision was blurred and I was having to use increasingly stronger glasses but I was just too scared to contemplate eye surgery. When I finally bit the bullet and underwent cataract removal with Dr shortt I was amazed at how quick and totally painless it was. If I had known it was going to be so easy I never would have delayed treatment. Now my vision is excellent, I no longer need glasses and the recovery was superquick - I'm totally elated with the results!

September 6, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

comprehensive, honest

comprehensive, took time to go over all my concerns/questions without seeming rushed and gave honest assessment in my best interests

September 5, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pleasantly surprised .

I met Mr Alex Shortt for a consultation for lens replacement surgery, he was friendly very informative and answered any questions I had regarding the procedure without making me feel rushed. I had been to a different company previously for a consultation but was not impressed.I am now waiting for my procedure later this month with Optegra as all the staff from the moment you walk in the door are friendly and wellcoming.

September 5, 2017
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Ref: Assessment - Optegra

I only visited Optegra for the eye assessment and had a preliminary discussion with Mr Alex Shortt. I am still deciding whether to have surgery at Optegra.
I was very happy with the helpful discussion I had with Mr Alex Shortt and would not hesitate for him to do my cataract operation. (The 4 stars are for him).
However, I can not say the same for Optergra's admin staff. The communication inside the office is bad resulting in getting mixed messaged regarding appointments and what to expect. Some of the staff are rather bossy.
Also, I don't understand why is the surgery at Optegra more expensive than in other clinics in Harley street.

September 5, 2017
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