Mukhtar Bizrah

MBBS, FRCOphth, FACS, FRCSC, FWCRS, FEBO, FHEA, CertLRS

Practicing privileges held at:

Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth, 60 Grove End Road, St John’s Wood, London NW8 9NH

King Edward VII’s Hospital, 5-10 Beaumont St, London W1G 6AA

Imperial College Private, Western Eye Hospital, 153-173 Marylebone Rd, Marylebone, London NW1 5QH,

Imperial College Private, Charing Cross Hospital, 
Fulham Palace Road, London W6 8RF

Mukhtar Bizrah is the Clinical Director of Harley Vision. He is a consultant refractive, cornea and cataract surgeon at the Western eye hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, and ex-unit training lead for ophthalmology.

Mr Bizrah is multi-fellowship trained (UK & Canada) in advanced refractive, cataract and cornea surgery. He is one of the few ophthalmic surgeons in the world has achieved multi-board certification and fellowship recognition across the UK, USA, Canada and Europe:

  • Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (FRCOphth), UK
  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), USA
  • Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC), Canada
  • Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO), Europe
  • Fellow of the World College of Refractive Surgery (FWCRS)
  • Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), UK
  • Certificate in Laser & Refractive surgery (CertLRS), Royal College of Ophthalmologists, UK

Clinical expertise

Mr Bizrah at Harley Vision is a leading Harley Street eye surgeon who is an internationally recognised expert in advanced vision correction surgery.

The clinical expertise at Harley Vision covers the full spectrum of modern state-of-the-art vision correction surgery, including:

  • Laser eye surgery (e.g. LASIK, LASEK) with wavefront technology
  • Custom lens replacement surgery: Multifocal, EDOF, trifocal and Galaxy lenses
  • Cataract surgery: Advanced premium lens options
  • Implantable collamer lens (ICL) surgery
  • Modern keratoconus treatment: Including CAIRS, corneal collagen cross-linking, and transepithelial PTK laser
  • Cornea transplants (partial and full thickness)
  • Pterygium surgery: Modern No Stitch technique

At Harley Vision, Mr Bizrah regularly performs complex cornea procedures such as:

  • CAIRS surgery for keratoconus

  • PTK laser for recurrent cornea erosion syndrome, corneal scarring or dystrophies

  • Corneal transplantation (DMEK, DSAEK, DALK, PK)

  • Laser-guided corneal surface remodelling (e.g. wavefront-guided laser eye surgery)

  • Advanced diagnostics and second opinions for challenging cataract, corneal and refractive surgery cases

Mukhtar Bizrah is a speaker at international conferences (e.g. ESCRS), contributes to surgical innovation and training globally, and is committed to delivering personalised, evidence-based care.

Mr Bizrah’s work has featured in international press as well as on television, such as CNN, ITV and CBS news.

Ophthalmology training

Mr Bizrah completed advanced refractive, cornea and cataract surgery fellowships at two of the world’s most renowned eye institutions:

• Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Western eye hospital (London, UK)
• University of British Columbia (Vancouver, BC, Canada)

Mukhtar Bizrah completed his core ophthalmology training at the London deanery. This included 2 years at the Western Eye Hospital and 2 years at Moorfields eye hospital.

Undergraduate training

University College London (UCL) and St George’s, University of London. He won numerous awards by the time he completed undergraduate training, including London Student of the Year award, Royal Society of Medicine Brigadier Haywood prize and Wellcome Trust Research Prize.

Prizes, awards & research

Mukhtar Bizrah is actively involved in research, is an author on over 50 research articles and international presentations. Mr Bizrah has won 26 awards and prizes on an International, national and regional level.

Other interests

Medical Education

Mukhtar Bizrah is the founder & co-director of world-renowned London Eye Course, the largest ophthalmology revision course in Europe & North America. He is also the founder of the London laser and refractive surgery (LRS) course.

Humanitarian work

Mukhtar is establishing links with the Tanzania to support ophthalmology training, and to facilitate eye healthcare service to those unable to afford this. Through the London Eye Institute, Mukhtar aims to raise £20,000 a year to support this initiative.

Academic Awards

1. ESO Conference best research Poster Award (2023)
2. University of British Columbia – Ophthalmology Teaching Award (2020)
3. Royal Society of Medicine Ophthalmology Travelling Fellowship Award (2020)
4. Ethicon Foundation Award (2020)
5. Sir William Lister and Dorey Bequest Travel Awards (2019)
6. HCA International Foundation Scholarship Award (2019)
7. WCSM Education Trust Award (2019)
8. TFC Frost Charitable Trust Scholarship Award (2018)
9. UCLP Higher Trainee of the Year Runner Up Award (2017)
10. Royal College of Psychiatrists – Runner up medical education project award (2013)
11. ARVO Member-In-Training (MIT) Award (2012)
12. ARVO International Travel Grant (2012)
13. Foundation Year 2 Regional Audit Competition Merit (2011)
14. South Thames Foundation School (STFS) Teaching Merit (2011)
15. Wellcome Trust Student Elective Prize (2010)
16. Royal Society of Medicine – Brigadier Haywood Prize (2010)
17. University Student Selected Components (SSC) Prize (2010)
18. University Clinical Sciences Merit (2010)
19. University Medical Sciences Merit (2010)
20. Medical Student Conference Fund Award (2009)

Extra-curricular & Community service Awards:

1. Imperial College Trust Make A Difference Award (2019)
2. Shortlisted for Chairman Award for outstanding contribution to Moorfields (2016)
3. London Student of the Year Award (2010)
4. University Gold Card Award (2010)
5. University Students Union Colours Award (2010)
6. Gold Klevis Kola Foundation Award (2009)
7. Gold SGUL Community Education Award (2009)

Mr Mohamed Elalfy

Consultant Vision Correction, Cornea & Cataract Surgeon

Wavefront LASIK • PRK LASEK • ICL surgery • Lens replacement surgery • Premium Cataract Surgery • Modern Keratoconus Treatments • PTK laser • Cornea graft surgery • Pterygium surgery

Practicing privileges held at:

Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth, 60 Grove End Road, St John’s Wood, London NW8 9NH (correspondence address)

Tunbridge wells eye centre & The Sight Centre, 7 Vale avenue, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1DJ

Mr Mohamed Elalfy is a highly distinguished vision correction and corneal surgeon, with more than 20 years of experience and thousands of successful procedures including LASIK, LASEK/PRK, ICL surgery, refractive lens exchange, premium cataract surgery, modern keratoconus management and advanced corneal operations (e.g. cornea graft surgery).

At Harley Vision, Mr Elalfy brings elite skill in laser eye surgery, lens-based vision correction surgery, and the management of complex refractive and cataract conditions, offering patients world-class visual outcomes.

Mr Elalfy is a highly skilled double-qualified consultant ophthalmologist and associate professor. He is the Fellowship Programme Director at the renowned Corneoplastic Unit at Queen Victoria Hospital, where he trains future ophthalmic specialists. As an examiner for two Royal Colleges, he plays an essential role in shaping the future of ophthalmology.

Why Patients Choose Mr Elalfy at Harley Vision

  • One of the UK’s leading refractive surgeons with exceptional experience across all modern techniques.
  • Expertise in both laser vision correction (LASIK, LASEK/PRK) and lens-based surgery (ICL, RLE, premium cataract surgery).
  • Specialist in complex refractive cases, including keratoconus, irregular corneas, previous surgeries, and high prescriptions.
  • Fellowship Programme Director at the Corneoplastic Unit, Queen Victoria Hospital, training the next generation of cornea & refractive surgeons.
  • A surgeon whose corneal expertise elevates vision correction surgery outcomes and safety—especially for borderline or challenging eyes.

Clinical Expertise (Refractive-Specialist Focus)

Vision Correction (Refractive Surgery)

Laser Eye Surgery

  • LASIK (wavefront technology)
  • LASEK / PRK (wavefront technology)
  • Custom corneal laser treatments
  • Laser optimisation after cataract or lens replacement surgery

Lens-Based Vision Correction surgery

  • ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) for high prescriptions and thinner corneas
  • Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) for presbyopia correction
  • Premium intraocular lenses: Toric, Multifocal, Trifocal, EDOF, Galaxy, Odyssey

Complex Refractive Surgery

  • Refractive surgery in patients with irregular corneas
  • Post-LASIK/PRK refinement
  • Management of dry eye and ocular surface disease to optimise refractive accuracy

Keratoconus & Corneal Expertise Supporting Refractive Outcomes

Mr Elalfy is widely regarded for his work in keratoconus and corneal disease, which is invaluable for safe refractive decision-making.


He offers:

  • Corneal Collagen Crosslinking
  • Corneal Ring Segments (INTACS / CAIRS)
  • Wavefont-guided laser cornea re-shaping in keratoconus
  • Advanced corneal transplants: DMEK, DSAEK, DALK, PK
  • Treatment of Fuchs’ dystrophy, corneal oedema, scarring, ectasia
  • Expert dry eye management for refractive optimisation

This corneal foundation allows Harley Vision to assess refractive patients with maximum precision, enabling achievement of fantastic visual outcomes and freedom from spectacles.

Cataract & Lens Replacement Surgery

  • High-precision cataract surgery with premium toric and multifocal/EDOF lens implants
  • AI-based Lens Optimisation methods
  • Cataract management for patients with keratoconus or previous refractive surgery
  • YAG capsulotomy when needed

Lens surgery is performed with the foungin philosophy of Harley Vision — prioritising spectacle independence, contrast quality and long-term ocular safety.

Professional Roles & Leadership

  • Fellowship Programme Director, Corneoplastic Unit, Queen Victoria Hospital — one of the UK’s most prestigious corneal centres.
  • Consultant Surgeon, Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.
  • Examiner for two Royal Colleges.
  • Supervisor for undergraduate, Masters and PhD ophthalmology trainees (University of Brighton & international institutes).
  • Elected as the next President of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (2026)

These roles reinforce his position as one of the UK’s most influential ophthalmologists in refractive, cataract and corneal surgery.

Qualifications & International Recognition

Full Board Certifications:

  • FRCOphth – Fellow of Royal College of Ophthalmologists
  • FWCRS – Fellow of World College of Refractive surgery and Visual sciences
  • FRCS (Edinburgh) – Ophthalmology
  • FRCS (Glasgow) – Ophthalmology
  • FEBO – Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology
  • FICO – Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology

Professional Society Memberships:

  • CertLRS – Royal College of Ophthalmologists
  • European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
  • EUCornea

Academic Position:

  • Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, Research Institute of Ophthalmology (Egypt)

Research:

  • 50+ peer-reviewed publications
  • International speaker and live-surgery instructor in refractive and corneal surgery

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Contact Information:

📍 Location: Central London locations including Harley Street
📞 UK: 0207 030 3181
🌍 International: +44 207 030 3181
📧 Email: [email protected]