Paediatric Ophthalmology
Manchester Royal Eye Hospital
Royal Manchester Children's Hospital
Paediatric Ophthalmology at Machester Royal Eye Hospital
Manchester Royal Eye Hospital (MREH) is a large specialist ophthalmic teaching hospital affiliated to the University of Manchester Medical School based on Oxford Road Campus. There are 5 Consultant Paediatric Ophthalmologists at MREH providing major sub-specialist services in a large ophthalmology centre with strong links to the adjacent Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. The placements with Paediatric Ophthalmology offer wide clinical exposure in the management of paediatric eye disease, including paediatric cataract, strabismus, paediatric glaucoma, paediatric neuro-ophthalmology, paediatric uveitis, paediatric cornea, genetic eye disease and retinopathy of prematurity. There will be experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment through close liaison with the orthoptists, optometrists, paediatricians including paediatric rheumatologists and geneticists.
Our team includes consultant ophthalmologists who are specialists in diagnosing and treating children and young people’s eye problems, Nurses, Orthoptists and Optometrists; as well as support from Henshaws Society for Blind People.
We also have an Eye Clinic Liaison Officer who can help parents to contact specialist support services for their children in the community and nearer their home.
Paediatric Ophthalmology is currently open to fellows but not accepting observerships.
Fellowships and observerships at Manchester Specialist Health Academy provide international clinicians with structured opportunities to experience high quality healthcare training within a leading NHS environment. Both pathways offer consultant oversight, a clear induction, and access to modern clinical settings that support a strong understanding of advanced patient care. Participants are welcomed into a professional community that encourages learning, collaboration, and engagement with the culture of Manchester.
While fellows take part in more in depth clinical development, gaining exposure to subspecialties, procedures and research, observers focus on shadowing and understanding multidisciplinary practice within NHS services. Both groups benefit from involvement in clinics, team discussions, and wider learning activities such as simulation sessions, CPD opportunities, and quality improvement insight.
Academic contributions and awards
Our team is consistently involved in a wide range of research and publications. Explore a selection of our teams academic contributions:
Outcomes of Paediatric Glaucoma Surgery: Insights From a Five-Year Retrospective Study in Manchester
Cystadrops® Eye Drops for the Management of Ocular Cystinosis in Patients Aged 6 Months to < 2 Years
Rare and complex cases
Candidates will have opportunity to gain experience of retinopathy of prematurity screening and treatment, routine and complex strabismus, genetic and metabolic eye disease, paediatric cataract and glaucoma, paediatric vitreoretinal disease, paediatric cornea, paediatric uveitis. They will be able to observe a range of paediatric ophthalmic surgery both extra and intraocular. We have a very busy service and diverse population mix.
Why Manchester?
Manchester is a city of innovation and progress, renowned as the world’s first industrial city and still leading in science, healthcare, and technology. With excellent transport links and a vibrant, multicultural atmosphere, it offers an inclusive environment for learning and professional growth.
Beyond your placement, Manchester offers something for everyone - from watching the iconic Manchester derby to exploring world-class museums and galleries. With vibrant music, sport, and culture, the city truly has it all. Combining heritage and modernity, it creates a unique setting for personal enrichment and memorable experiences whilst you develop professionally.
Meet our expert supervisors
Our team consists of highly qualified and motivated professionals, who are all experts in their field. With many years of experience in the industry, they have the expertise to provide comprehensive, first-rate services to our clients.
Professor
Jane Ashworth
With her background as a financial adviser, Sophia Cameron has the knowledge needed to help her clients with any business-related issues. Since 2005 she has run her own consulting firm.
Professor
Susmito Biswas
With her background as a financial adviser, Sophia Cameron has the knowledge needed to help her clients with any business-related issues. Since 2005 she has run her own consulting firm.
Mr
Vinod Sharma
With her background as a financial adviser, Sophia Cameron has the knowledge needed to help her clients with any business-related issues. Since 2005 she has run her own consulting firm.
Mr
Bhamy Shenoy
With her background as a financial adviser, Sophia Cameron has the knowledge needed to help her clients with any business-related issues. Since 2005 she has run her own consulting firm.
Ms
Rehana Sadia
With her background as a financial adviser, Sophia Cameron has the knowledge needed to help her clients with any business-related issues. Since 2005 she has run her own consulting firm.
Our signature programmes
Observerships
Paediatric Ophthalmology
Experience general and specialised paediatric Ophthalmology clinics and surgery in Manchester Royal Eye Hospital. Witness weekly MDT when teaching occurs with discussion of challenging cases and the cases for the following weeks operating lists. The Observership is for Ophthalmologists who already have adult or some paediatric Ophthalmology experience who wish to gain insight into NHS clinical practice in Paediatric Ophthalmology.
There will be no hand on surgical or practical experience, strictly observing only.
Objectives
To gain exposure to a busy Paediatric Ophthalmology service in a large teaching hospital which deals with a wide range of conditions and understand NHS clinical practice in this speciality.
Learning outcomes
They will be able to observe a range of paediatric ophthalmic surgery both extra and intraocular. The service is very busy with a diverse population mix, giving candiates the oppourtunity to experience and take away a breadth of learning.
Eligibility
The candidate needs to have Ophthalmology experience (recommended at least 3 years) and an interest in learning more about Paediatric Ophthalmology.
Candidates must speak fluent English.