Dr Colin Goudie

Qualifications

MBChB, FRCOphth

GMC number: 7070383

Practising since: 2010

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Consultation times

  • Wednesday
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About

Dr Colin Goudie is an experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist with specialist expertise in cataract surgery and vitreoretinal surgery. He provides high‑quality care for patients with a wide range of eye conditions, from common cataracts to complex retinal diseases.

Specialist in Cataract Surgery

Dr Goudie performs both routine and complex cataract procedures. He offers a full range of modern lens implant options so treatment can be tailored to each patient’s visual needs. These include:

  • Monofocal intraocular lenses (IOLs)
  • Enhanced monofocal IOLs
  • Extended depth‑of‑focus (EDOF) lenses
  • Toric lenses for patients with astigmatism

Anaesthetic options include topical (no‑needle), local, or general anaesthetic, ensuring a safe and comfortable experience for every patient.

Expert Vitreoretinal Surgeon

As a vitreoretinal specialist, Dr Goudie regularly receives referrals from other ophthalmologists for the management of complex or post‑operative complications. He offers advanced surgical treatment for conditions such as:

  • Macular holes
  • Epiretinal membranes
  • Floaters
  • Retinal detachments
  • Secondary and complicated intraocular lens implants

His expertise allows patients to access high‑precision surgery using the latest techniques and technology.

Training and Background

Originally from Dundee, Dr Goudie graduated from the University of Edinburgh before completing ophthalmic specialist training at:

  • Princess Alexandra Eye Pavilion, Edinburgh
  • Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline

He undertook two years of intensive vitreoretinal fellowship training—one in Edinburgh and a second in Auckland, New Zealand, gaining wide‑ranging experience in advanced retinal surgery.

On returning to the UK, he was appointed Consultant Ophthalmologist at both the Princess Alexandra Eye Pavilion and the Borders General Hospital, specialising in cataract and vitreoretinal surgery.

Current Roles

Dr Goudie is the Clinical Lead for the Ophthalmic Acute Referral Clinic in Edinburgh, where he oversees urgent eye care services. He is also actively involved in postgraduate teaching and medical education, supporting the next generation of ophthalmologists.

Personal Interests

Outside of medicine, Dr Goudie enjoys a busy family life and is passionate about sport. He previously had a successful rugby career, playing for Heriot’s Rugby Club, representing Scotland at all youth levels, Scotland 7s, and the Barbarians.

Special interests

  • Cataract surgery – monofocal, enhanced monofocal, toric and extended depth of focus lenses
  • Complex cataract surgery
  • Vitreoretinal surgery.

Languages spoken

English

Treatments and tests offered by Dr Colin Goudie at Nuffield Health

  • YAG laser capsulotomy
  • Vitreo-retinal surgery
  • Cataract Surgery

Locations Dr Colin Goudie works with

Related experience

Research

1. Elabiary M, Shams F, Goudie C, Yorston D. The Scottish RD survey 10 years on: the increasing incidence of retinal detachments. Eye (Lond) 2023 May;37(7):1320-1324.doi: 10.1038/s41433-022-02123-1. Epub 2022 Jun 1.

2. Shams F, Elabiary M, Goudie C, Yorston D. Effects of lockdown on retinal detachment incidence in Scotland. Eye (Lond). ye (Lond) 2021 Apr;35(4):1279-1280. doi: 10.1038/s41433-020-1029-3.Epub 2020 Jun 17.

3. Goudie C, Shah P, McKee J, Foot B, Kousha O, Blaikie A. The Incidence of Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension in Scotland: a SOSU Study. Eye (Lond). 2019 Oct;33(10):1570-1576 doi: 10.1038/s41433-019-0450-y. Epub 2019 Apr 30

4. Goudie C, Burr J, Blaikie, A. Incidence of idiopathic intracranial hypertension in Fife. Scott Med J. 2018 Nov 5.

5. Goudie C, Tatham A. Advanced glaucoma following Nd:YAG capsulotomy: a case report BMC Ophthalmology 2018, 18(Suppl 1):229 https://doi.org/10.1186/s12886-018-0852-9

6. Guthrie S, Goudie C, Lockington D. Survey of Scottish ophthalmic trainees’ experience using 3-piece IOLs in cataract surgery. Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery. March 2018. Volume 44, Issue 3, 409.

7. Goudie C, Tatham A, Davies R, Sifton A, Wright M. The effect of the timing of the cessation of contact lens use on the results of biometry. Eye (Lond). 2018 Feb 2. doi: 10.1038/s41433-018-0019-1

8. Gajree S, Borooah S, Dhillon N, Goudie C, Smith C, Aspinall P, Dhillon B. Temporal artery biopsies in south-east Scotland: a five year review. J R Coll Physicians Edinb. 2017;47(2):124-128. doi 10.4997/JRCPE.2017.203

9. Goudie C, Pronin S, Court H, Pooley J & Tatham AJ. A national survey of the use of pachymeters by optometrists in Scotland: experience, views and barriers to use. Ophthalmic Physiol Opt 2017; 37: 177–183. doi: 10.1111/opo.12352

10. Goudie C, Butler L, Wright M. The Edinburgh diagnostic algorithms: a freely available validated resource for non-ophthalmologists. Eye (Lond). 2016 Jul; 30(7): 1027; doi:10.1038/eye2016.69

11. Goudie C, Khan A, Lowe C, Wright M. The accuracy of the Edinburgh visual loss diagnostic algorithm. Eye (Lond). 2015 Nov;29(11):1483-8. Doi: 10.1038/eye.2015. Epub Aug21.

12. Khan A, Mitry D, Goudie, C, Singh J, Bennett H. Retinal detachment following laser retinopexy. Acta Ophthalmol. 2015 Apr 3. Doi 10.1111/aos.12709

13. Karl D, Gillan S, Goudie C, Sanders R. Giant prolactinoma mimicking low-tension glaucoma at presentation. BMJ Case Rep. 2015 Feb 6. Doi:10.1136/bcr-2014-207634

14. Goudie C, Lunt D, Reid S & Sanders R. Ophthalmic digital image transfer: benefits to triage, patient care and resource. Ophthalmic Physiol Opt 2014, Nov;34(6):628-35. doi: 10.1111/opo.12154

15. Schmoll C, Khan A, Aspinall P, Goudie C, Koay P, Tendo C, Cameron J, Roe J, Deary I, Dhillon B. New light for old eyes: comparing melanopsin-mediated non-visual benefits of blue-light and UV-blocking intraocular lenses. Br J Ophthalmol 2013 Sept:10.1136/bjophthalmol-2013-304024

16. Moragas-Garrido M, Goudie CR, Schmoll C, Madill S, Davenport R. Test yourself: Seizure, dysphasia, blindness and amnesia; what’s the connection? Pract Neurol 2013;0:1-4. Doi:10.1136/practneurol-2012-000440

Memberships

  • Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists
  • British and Eire Vitreoretinal Society Member
  • Scottish Ophthalmology Club Member (past council member 2015–2020)

Other posts held

  • Princess Alexandra Eye Pavilion, Edinburgh Borders General Hospital, Melrose

Insurers Dr Colin Goudie works with

Dr Colin Goudie works with the following private medical insurance providers:

  • Aviva Health
  • AXA Health
  • Police Mutual
  • Vitality Health (Pru Health)
  • Bupa

Declaration

Dr Colin Goudie does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.

Dr Colin Goudie does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.

Dr Colin Goudie does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.