Ms Alessandra Martins

Miss Alessandra Martins is a consultant ophthalmic surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hospital, with specialist expertise in glaucoma and cataract surgery. She is known for her meticulous approach to managing complex eye conditions, offering tailored treatments that integrate the latest surgical innovations. With a strong academic background and a commitment to clinical excellence, Miss Martins helps patients achieve the best possible visual outcomes. Her practice focuses on early intervention and long-term eye health, making her a trusted choice for those seeking expert glaucoma care in London.

Qualifications / Professional memberships

• MBBS (Hons) University of Sydney
• PhD University of Sydney
• FRANZCO Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
• MRCOphth Member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, London
• Certificate of Eligibility for the Specialist Register, UK

Current NHS / University Post

• Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon in Adult and Paediatric Glaucoma, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust 
• Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer, Discipline of Clinical Ophthalmology and Eye Health, University of Sydney, Australia
• Training Programme Director for Ophthalmology, London Deanery, Health Education England

Medical training

• Medical Degree from University of Sydney, Australia
• PhD from University of Sydney: ‘Blue yellow objective perimetry in early glaucoma’ supervised by Profs Billson and Graham
• Ophthalmology registrar training at Sydney Eye Hospital, Australia
• Clinical  Fellowship in adult and paediatric glaucoma, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Research interest / experience

• Expertise in diagnosis, medical and surgical  management in all aspect of glaucoma in children and adults
• Complex aqueous shunt and revision surgery in children and adults with glaucoma
• PhD in electrodiagnostic diagnosis and monitoring of glaucoma
• Formerly Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, Sydney Eye Hospital 
• Formerly Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, Royal Free London and Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust 
• Formerly Consutant Lead for alternative care pathways for glaucoma service (virtual and optometry-led clinics), Moorfields Eye Hospital
• Formerly Royal College Tutor, Moorfields Eye Hospital
• Educational Supervisor for Moorfields Eye Hospital
• Formerly Specialist International Medical Graduate Committee and Assessor for Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists

Languages spoken

• English