Mr Vincenzo Maurino holds the post of Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, where he specialises in laser vision correction, laser cataract surgery and corneal transplantation. He is also the Adjunct Professor of corneal surgery at the prestigious University of Rome Tor Vergata.
What makes him stand out? In his 10 years’ experience providing vision correction, Mr Maurino has performed over 25,000 eye surgeries, and holds the Certificate of Competence from the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCO).
Any complaints? Vincenzo Maurino has received glowing reviews from his patients. But a couple have commented on his long waiting lists, and the limited time they felt they had together during the initial consultation.
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1. Qualifications and Training
Mr Vincenzo Maurino completed is ophthalmic training in Italy, where he became a board-qualified ophthalmologist in 1994. He moved to London that same year to complete specialist fellowship training in laser refractive surgery, corneal transplant surgery and cataract surgery at the world-leading clinic, Moorfields Eye Hospital.
Reputation and teaching
Mr Maurino is a member of the American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS, ESCRS,) as well as the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCO), American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and the European Corneal Society (EuCornea).
He also sits on the scientific committee of the SOI and is a board member of the SICCSO. And if that’s not enough, he is a regular invited speaker at international conferences, where he leads a number of courses for other ophthalmologists on laser refractive surgery, corneal laser assisted transplant surgery and femtosecond laser cataract surgery.
Areas of expertise
Vincenzo Maurino specialises in advanced Wavefront-guided LASIK and LASEK laser eye surgery for long-sightedness, short-sightedness and astigmatism. These are the vision correction treatments he is best known for:
- Laser refractive surgery using Wavefront technology
- Small incision cataract surgery
- Implantable contact lenses for very high prescriptions
- Corneal surgery
2. How can he help?
Vincenzo Maurino has the experience to treat patients with the highest degree of near-sightedness (myopia) and astigmatism. That means if your eye condition is complex, and only the most premium artificial lenses will do, he may be an eye surgeon to consider.
Having written extensively about laser and cataract surgery in international peer-reviewed journals, and presented on the subject over 100 times around the world, he should know what he’s talking about.
Mr Maurino performs laser surgery exclusively at the world famous Moorfields Eye Hospital, one of the best eye clinics in London, where he has access to state-of-the-art technology. But he will see patients both at the Moorfields clinic, and at others around the Harley Street area.
3. Mr Maurino’s fact finder
Here are six key things to know about Vincenzo Maurino:
- When did he qualify? The year of his first medical qualification is 1990.
- Where did he receive his ophthalmology training? His initial medical training was in Italy, and he expanded his knowledge further in the United Kingdom.
- When did he join Moorfields? He started a fellow in 1995, before becoming a Consultant Surgeon in 2003.
- What experience does he have there? Besides thousands of eye surgery procedures, he received advanced training called Fellowships at Moorfields in refractive surgery, corneal surgery, and cataract surgery.
- Any other skills? Born in Italy, he speaks English and Italian fluently.
- And his expertise? His research interests are: (you guessed it) cataract surgery and laser refractive surgery.
Membership of professional bodies:
- GMC Specialist Register in Ophthalmology
- Ordine dei Medici – Italia
- European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
- Italian Society of Ophthalmology (SOI)
- The Medical Contact Lenses and Ocular Surface Association, UK (MCLOSA)
Current posts:
- Full-time Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hospital (since 2003)
- Lead Consultant Moorfields St Anne’s Treatment Centre
Other professional achievements:
- Regular invited speaker and moderator at international meetings
- Publications in ophthalmic journals
4. Mr Vincenzo Maurino Review : The Verdict
So, is Mr Maurino the right eye surgeon for you? Of course, that all depends on where you live, and what your budget is.
As you would expect of any Moorfields Private eye surgeon, Mr Maurino has some impressive qualifications, and over 25,000 surgical procedures in his pocket. But as you would also expect, that reputation comes at a premium – and there are no monthly payment options to help out.
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Mr Vincenzo Maurino Reviews
Anita Banham
Just about the best decision I ever took. Dr Maurino made it all very easy and I felt safe at every stage. All stages of the surgery from initial consultation to final check up are run most professionally.
I would not hesitate to recommend Dr Maurino and have in fact already done so.
Khalid Azimi
I was always looking for any excuse to not wear my glasses or to have to replace them with contact lenses. I finally decided to do the laser operation. After lots of research and careful studies I opted for Mr Maurino as I found him the most qualified and experienced.
I came for an initial consultation, I was very satisfied with the information that was given to me. I was free to ask as many questions as I had – and eventually I decided to do the operation. The operation was very brief, all in all only about 20 minutes, but the actual laser only 15 seconds for one eye and 17 seconds for the other. The after care has been very excellent.
Mr Maurino and his team were always friendly, caring and I found them very genuine who would only look after you in the best possible way.
Thank you all very much for making me see so brightly and naturally!
Michele Giraudo
The operation went perfectly.
Staff were friendly and helpful with an eye for detail and care for the after operation.
I recommend the Smile to anyone, in particular for driving, is the best solution.
Dr Sri Thrumurthy
An excellent experience overall. Mr Maurino and his team have provided me with excellent care throughout my time with them, and I am thoroughly grateful for my new vision.
As a surgeon myself, I have no hesitation in recommending Mr Maurino for the LASIK procedure.
Thank you once again!
Martin
Excellent result without any down time or pain.
Just about the best thing I have ever done. I would recommend Mr Maurino to anyone. I am sure if other people knew how easy this was no one would still be wearing glasses.
Jack Kenny
The prep for the surgery was very thorough. The surgery was painless and I felt in control throughout, as the team narrated each step I went through.
The post-op care has been great and I wish had done this decades ago!
Laura C
Best decision of my life. My high prescription (-11) had remained constant for three years and I decided that I would look into eye surgery. I had worn glasses for 25 years and contacts for 20 years. I had never had an eye operation before and decided to research and choose the best eye surgeon I could find.
My consultation with Mr Maurino was very informative and following conversations with well respected medical professionals in London, who said he was brilliant and that they had even sent their own relatives to him for eye operations, I decided to go ahead. Laser was not suitable, so implantable contact lenses were the best choice for me.
Each eye was operated on a week apart and the operations were well-explained, smooth and straightforward. The results are fantastic – I can now read the smallest line on the chart and so no longer have to wear glasses or contact lenses. I am so happy and so glad I had this operation, and it has absolutely changed and improved my life. Mr Maurino was definitely the best choice and the staff and hospital took great care of me.
Michel Saleh
Mr Marurino did cataract surgery on both of my eyes and I achieved an excellent result. He was very kind, professional and made me feel at ease. I would highly recommend him to others.
Andy Eccles
I had been considering eye surgery for a number of years, and had a number of friends and colleagues who had great outcomes from LASIK.
I went for a consultation at first with Optimax in Peterborough who were very good and very informative, but their consultant explained that I should have LASEK because I had thin corneas.
I was initially interested in visiting Moorfields purely for a second opinion. The outcome and recommendation was the same, that LASEK would be a better option for my eyes for the long term, but during the consultation Mr Maurino explained that the procedure they operate is no-touch (including no alcohol) and involved a procedure which sounded lower risk.
In the interest of balance, I have no concerns over the quality of the procedure operated by Optimax, but I found Mr Maurino to be very reassuring and worth the additional cost for a procedure where, particularly as it’s elective, I wanted to avoid any unnecessary risk.
Mr Maurino and his team were very helpful with regards to the procedure, they eye care (drops) after surgery, and answered all of the questions I had.
Today I have just returned from my 3-month follow up. My eyesight is excellent (given that I am not restricted by glasses, it is significantly better than it has been with specs for years). I could comfortably read the 6/4 line on the eye chart – the smallest lettering.
I recommend Mr Maurino and his team.
Many thanks
Francis Mosley
Mr Maurino and his team are consummate professionals. Lots of information provided before I had even commiteed to the idea of having surgery. I had the Visian ICL procedure and two weeks later have perfect vision. My vision was slightly blurry for a few days after the op, but I was perfectly able to continue operating as normal within a day after the surgery being completed. Very happy with the results.
