Yajati K Ghosh MBBS ( Hons) FRCSEd Ophthal

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Speciality Ophthalmology
Sub SpecialityOculoplastics
Special clinical interests Small incision cataract surgery
Lid and lacrimal surgery
Skin cancer surgery
Dry eye management
General Ophthalmology
Current NHS and /or university posts Consultant Ophthalmic and Oculoplastic surgeon at Birmingham & Midland eye Centre
Year of first medical qualification   1992
Current membership(s) of professional, national and regional bodies  

GMC, Midland Ophtahlmological Society, Oxford Congress, Royal college of Surgeons of Edinburgh, Midland Oculoplastic Surgeons Society

Professional Profile  

I am a Consultant in Ophthalmology in Birmingham, providing general ophthalmology and oculoplastic services in the hospital and the Community. 

Having studied medicine in Calcutta University, I did my basic Ophthalmology training in Calcutta National Medical College and Hospital. Thereafter I did my ophthalmology house jobs in the North of England rotations. I have completed Specialist Registrar training with a Subspeciality Training in Oculoplastic surgery from the West Midlands Deanery. I have gained comprehensive training in all areas of ophthalmology, with particular emphasis on oculoplastic surgery and trauma management as a post CCT Fellow in Oculoplastics at Manchester.

I have performed over 4000 cataract surgery and more than 1000 lid procedures, including about 100 blepharoplasties. I also have extensive experience in various Laser surgery.

I have published over 20 papers in peer-reviewed journals and presented widely in national and international meetings. I have consistently audited topics of local and national importance.

I am the Educational Supervisor and Clinical Supervisor for Ophthalmic Trainees and also involved in local and National recruitment of Medical Graduates and Ophthalmic trainees.

I am the Lead Clinician and TSP Lead for Ophthalmic Theatres and a member of the Capital Equipment Committee. 

Personal profile:

I am a keen cricketer and table tennis player. I enjoy good food and like to think that I am a good cook!