Glaucoma surgery (Trabeculectomies, Microshunts, Tubes) Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgeries Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT laser) Cataract Surgery Management of blepharitis
Dr. Ricardo de Sousa Peixoto, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon based at the Royal Derby Hospital, is a highly esteemed specialist with extensive expertise in managing complex eye conditions. His areas of proficiency include dry eye, blepharitis, cataract surgery, and glaucoma, particularly in cases that require advanced surgical interventions such as glaucoma drainage devices (tubes). Mr. Peixoto has a distinguished academic background, having qualified from the University of Warwick and holding a degree in genetics and a PhD from the University of Edinburgh.
He completed his specialty training in Nottingham, Derby, and Leicester, followed by a glaucoma TSC fellowship at Queen’s Medical Centre in Nottingham and a senior clinical glaucoma fellowship at the Birmingham Midlands Eye Centre. Notably, Mr. Peixoto pioneered the establishment of Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) services in Derby, where he is certified to implant iStent® and Preserflo™ implants. He is recognized as a key opinion leader in the OMNI® system, sharing his expertise with glaucoma surgeons nationwide.
Dr. Peixoto's contributions extend beyond clinical practice; he is actively engaged in groundbreaking research poised to significantly impact patients with glaucoma and dry eye. His leadership roles include serving as the Trent representative in the Council of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and the Glaucoma representative on the Scientific Committee of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. His achievements have been acknowledged with multiple awards for his scientific and clinical presentations.
For patients searching for a “glaucoma surgeon near me” or the “best cataract surgeon near me,” Dr. Peixoto offers comprehensive care, including cataract surgery with premium lenses and tailored glaucoma treatments. His expertise encompasses MIGS procedures and the management of complex glaucoma cases, making him one of the top glaucoma specialists. Whether you need treatment for high eye pressure, glaucoma laser surgery, or advanced glaucoma surgeries, Dr. Peixoto provides the highest standard of care in the Derby area.
His practice is particularly suited for those dealing with challenging cases such as open-angle glaucoma, narrow-angle glaucoma, or requiring combined cataract and glaucoma surgery. Patients can also consult him for “eye surgery for glaucoma,” “laser treatment for eye pressure,” or to explore the latest surgical options for glaucoma. His contributions to the field make him a trusted name in both cataract and glaucoma care.
BSc (hons), MBChB, FRCOphth, PhD.,
Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgeries; Glaucoma;
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New patients £150
Follow up £100
Glaucoma is a group of diseases that are characterised by damage to the nerve that links the eyes and the brain. It is called the silent thief of sight because it attacks first the outside vision, which is difficult to notice in the early stages. Untreated, it will eventually get to the central vision and produce blindness. Once damage is done vision cannot be recovered
Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT)
This is a mild laser treatment to the drainage membrane of the eye. The laser has been shown to be as good as drops and long term studies have shown that progression of glaucoma is slower when compare with drops even when ther pressures are similar.
This procedure has recently been advised by NationaI Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE), UK., to be the first line for treatment of primary open angle glaucoma.
SLT gives you the opportunity of having well controlled glaucoma without having to use drops on a regular basis and give you more freedom with peace of mind.
