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An experienced ophthalmic surgeon, Mr. Kazakos has specialist interests in cataract and refractive surgery, cornea and external diseases. He is at the forefront of modern refractive treatments and he has performed more than 40,000 procedures. He is an expert in Laser Vision Correction procedures with i-Design, Wavefront, Intralase, LASIK, LASEK, PRK, flap lifts, complex case management and intraocular procedures including complex cataract surgery, Femtosecond Laser Cataract Surgery, Refractive Lens Exchange, Phakic Intraocular Lens, premium intraocular lenses (multifocal, accommodating and toric) IOL exchanges, complex case management and astigmatic incisional procedures. Through this comprehensive range of refractive procedures and with the use of latest modern technology, Mr Kazakos is able to offer to his patients the most suitable treatment for their eyes. He is registered with the Medical Councils in both the UK and Greece.
You’ll also find Mr Kazakos on the list of the 10 best eye surgeons in the UK, based on thousands of patient reviews since 2002.
Mr Kazakos is a board certified, fellowship trained corneal eye surgeon who has undergone additional specialist training in laser refractive surgery and is in private practice including Optical Express. He is an active member of various affiliated bodies and societies such as the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and the United Kingdom and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. Mr. Kazakos attends International Medical Advisory Board (IMAB) conferences and is annually assessed by this board. The panel consists of several of the world’s most eminent refractive surgeons including Mr. Steve Schallhorn, former Head of Ophthalmology for the US Navy, and Dr. Jan Venter, a world leading ophthalmic surgeon.
Mr Kazakos graduated from the prestigious Marmara University of Istanbul, Turkey in 1997. His ophthalmic residence was at the Oxford Eye Hospital, Queen’s Medical Centre in Nottingham, Essex County Hospital, Ipswich General Hospital, Bristol Eye Hospital and Southampton Eye Unit for a Fellowship in Corneal and External Eye Diseases. He then returned to his native Greece where he completed his higher surgical training and received a Refractive Fellowship in the University of Crete with Prof. Pallikaris, the inventor of LASIK. Additionally, he has attended mini-fellowships in Refractive Surgery with some of the world’s most distinguished ophthalmologists including Prof. Richard Forster (Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Miami, Florida, USA) and Prof. Theo Seiler (Institut für Refraktive und Ophtalmologische Chirurgie, Zurich, Switzerland).
His dedication to his profession and patients is evident from his clinical experience, patients’ feedback, involvement with research and continued attendance at seminars and conferences as both speaker and delegate.
Professional Memberships:
- General Medical Council (GMC) – Member
- Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) – Member
- Greek Medical Council (Iatrikos Sylogos Athens) – Member
- The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) – Member
- The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) – Member
- The European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS) – Member
- United Kingdom and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (UKISCRS) – Member
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Testimonials
Whatever anxiety and stress I may have experienced before my refractive lens exchange procedures (performed on 17th and 24th September) were unfounded. Dimitri and his team ensured that I was well-informed and well looked after at every visit to Optical Express at Cabot Circus in Bristol. The operations themselves were nothing to fear, completely painless and all over in just a few minutes, with Dimitri giving a commentary on his every step as he went along to keep me relaxed and informed. There was negligible discomfort after each procedure, and almost instant better vision. No more long-sightedness, with glasses on and off my head, the bane of my life for so long. Dimitri shows a warm and caring approach to his patients, and I couldn’t recommend him more highly. Thank you, Dimitri, for giving me a new lease of life.
Mr Kazakos was very comforting & reassuring prior to me going in for the surgery. He advised the details of the surgery & what discomfort I may feel whilst undergoing the surgery. Once in surgery Mr Kazakos clearly explained what he was doing step by step, which made me feel relaxed. As soon as it was over (which was within 10 mins) I could see the difference straight away.I did not feel any pain during or after the surgery apart from a little discomfort for the first couple of hours. I did not feel I needed to relax when I went home, though I did as advised. The next day I was up & about as usual. I would recommend this surgery to anyone. Life is so much easier now not having to rely on glasses or contacts.Thank you Mr Kazakos.
Mr Kazakos was very comforting & reassuring prior to me going in for the surgery. He advised the details of the surgery & what discomfort I may feel whilst undergoing the surgery. Once in surgery Mr Kazakos clearly explained what he was doing step by step, which made me feel relaxed. As soon as it was over (which was within 10 mins) I could see the difference straight away.I did not feel any pain during or after the surgery apart from a little discomfort for the first couple of hours. I did not feel I needed to relax when I went home, though I did as advised. The next day I was up & about as usual. I would recommend this surgery to anyone. Life is so much easier now not having to rely on glasses or contacts.Thank you Mr Kazakos.
The Day that changed my LIFE 23/09/09.Have been short sighted all my life,What a difference,Amazing truly Amazing,Mr Dimitri Kazakos & his team at Cabot Circus were so professional,courteous very very helpful,nothing was too much trouble,totally at ease no worries what so ever,Gonna live life to the full thanks to Dimitri Kazakos & his team.THANKS
Mr Dimitri Kazakos was an amazing surgeon! I had Lasik Intralase with Wavefront on 7/9/09 in Dublin, and had a prescription of -4.75 and -4.25 since the age of six. I was very worried as my right eye has a very thin cornea. Mr Kazakos reassured me and put me at ease, he has a lovely way with people. He said he would be very careful, and when I had trouble focusing my right eye on the flashing red light during the treatment, he stopped three times- sure enough, he did a perfect job. I now have better than 20/20 vision, and I can’t thank him enough :) The first evening my eyelids felt very heavy and my eyes were running a lot, but after 3 hours sleep I saw a huge improvement, and the next morning my eyes were perfect. Thank you so much Mr Kazakos, I will certainly recommend you to anyone I know getting this treatment. Kalispera!