Mr Ahmed Makso is a highly skilled and dedicated Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon practicing in the Yorkshire region, committed to providing exceptional eye care with a personal touch. With a strong academic background and extensive surgical expertise, Mr Makso brings a wealth of knowledge to his patients. His primary focus lies in cornea and refractive surgery, and he holds a prestigious Royal College degree in both implantable lenses and laser refractive surgery, ensuring you have access to the latest and most advanced treatment options.
Having earned his primary medical degree in 2001 and completed his initial ophthalmology training in Alexandria, Mr Makso has pursued rigorous training and qualifications internationally. He holds fellowships from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists in London, as well as a Certificate in Laser Refractive Surgery. His pursuit of excellence led to an ICO-funded fellowship at the esteemed New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. Following his move to the UK, Mr Makso completed his specialist training at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, a renowned centre for treating eye tumours, earning his Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT). He further honed his skills through a world-renowned fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at Queen Victoria Hospital. This comprehensive journey ensures that Mr Makso is exceptionally well-equipped to address a wide range of eye conditions with the highest level of expertise and care.
Beyond his clinical practice, Mr Makso is passionate about education and dedicated to training the next generation of eye surgeons. He holds a Masters in Medical Education from Manchester University and is actively involved as a microsurgical skills trainer and an examiner for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists in London. He also serves as a PLAB examiner (the main exam for entry for foreign doctors to the United Kingdom). Mr Makso’s commitment to advancing the field is evident through his numerous publications in ophthalmology and medical education. He offers a comprehensive range of treatments, including management of dry eyes and blepharitis (including IPL laser), keratoconus monitoring and treatment (including cornea cross-linking), various corneal laser vision corrections (PRK, LASIK, LASEK, PTK, and Femtosecond laser surgery), cataract surgery with premium lens options, refractive implantable lens insertions, and other refractive surgeries including myopia control. In addition to his professional life, he is a software and website developer and a certified gym trainer. His dedication to both his patients and the advancement of ophthalmic care makes him a trusted and skilled surgeon.
