Mr Gerard McGowan 2022-01-14 Person 5 5 0

Developed a macular hole that was unable to be treated by the NHS where I live (Northern Ireland). Searched for a private ophthalmic surgeon and found Dr McGowan at BMI Ross Hall, Glasgow. Was immediately impressed by his online presence, and meeting him confirmed those initial impressions. Very courteous; really felt he listened to my concerns; told me the worst that could happen as well as what he expected would happen; was very aware of the distances I had to travel to see him and arranged appointments accordingly. I had the surgery the week after my initial consultation, and again he was very caring and considerate - even if he did draw a big fat green arrow over my eye! Following the operation he came to see me again to explain what he had done and the follow up I would require. I have just had my follow up appointment and again he was so friendly and caring. I am delighted by the results and can actually read better now with the operated eye than I could before the hole developed! I thoroughly recommend him (other than his propensity to wear red socks with orange theatre clogs!!!); his great sense of humour and how much he cares. Would not hesitate to go back to him with any further eye problems.