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Mr Edward Ridyard

Spire Leeds
Jackson Ave
Roundhay
Leeds
LS8 1NT


Contact Person: Mr Edward Ridyard
Qualifications: MBChB(Hons) BSc(Hons) FRCOphth
Phone: 07969 751 627
Occupation: Consultant Ophthalmologist

Mr Ridyard's appointment venues are Spire Leeds, LS8 1NT, Spire Harrogate, HG2 8NA and London, SW11 3BS.

Mr Edward Ridyard
MBChB(Hons) BSc(Hons) FRCOphth

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Consultant Ophthalmologist

Mr Edward Ridyard is a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon specialising in glaucoma and complex cataract surgery, with extensive experience in both NHS and private practice.

He provides medico-legal reports in clinical negligence and personal injury cases, acting for both Claimant and Defendant solicitors. He has completed formal expert witness training and is recognised for delivering clear, concise, and defensible reports.

With over 3,000 cataract procedures performed and extensive glaucoma surgical experience, Mr Ridyard brings strong clinical authority to complex ophthalmic cases.

Mr Ridyard graduated with honours in the top centile from the University of Manchester and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.

He completed specialist ophthalmology training within the Yorkshire Deanery and now practices as a Consultant at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

He has undertaken formal medico-legal training with Bond Solon, MediLaw and the Expert Witness Institute where he is also on the editorial board.

In addition to his clinical work, he is actively involved in teaching, research, and supervision of junior clinicians.

Mr Ridyard's appointment venues are Leeds, LS8 1NT, Harrogate, HG2 8NA and London, SW11 3BS. 

Appointments are usually available within four weeks and the current report turnaround time is four weeks.

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