Mr Sunildath (Joey) Cazabon

Qualifications

MB BS, FRCSEd (Ophth)

GMC number: 4388454

Practising since: 1994

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Consultation times

  • Bi Weekly Wednesday 14:00 – 18:00
  • Weekly Thursday 14:00 - 19:00
  • Tuesdays
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About

Consultant Ophthalmologist Specialising in Cataract, Medical Retina and Vitreoretinal Surgery

Mr Sunildath (Joey) Cazabon is an experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist with specialist expertise in medical retina, cataract surgery, and vitreoretinal surgery. He has been a Consultant at the Countess of Chester NHS Trust since 2008 and also provides private care at Nuffield Health The Grosvenor Hospital, Chester.

He completed his ophthalmic training at the renowned St Paul’s Eye Unit in Liverpool (2001–2006), followed by a prestigious Vitreoretinal Fellowship at Oxford Eye Hospital (2006–2007). He subsequently served as a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Oxford Eye Hospital before relocating to Chester.

Mr Cazabon has extensive experience in diagnosing and treating age‑related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic eye disease, retinal vein occlusion, and vitreoretinal disorders. He is also highly skilled in micro‑incision cataract surgery, macular hole surgery, and retinal detachment repair, offering advanced surgical and medical treatments for complex retinal conditions.

Areas of Clinical Expertise

  • Cataract surgery, including micro‑incision and premium lens options
  • Age‑related macular degeneration (AMD)
  • Diabetic eye disease
  • Retinal vein occlusion
  • Macular hole surgery
  • Retinal detachment repair
  • Posterior vitreous detachment (floaters)
  • Vitreoretinal disorders
  • Glaucoma assessment
  • Dry eyes and watery eyes

Specialist Interests

  • Multifocal lens implants
  • Intraocular lens implants for macular degeneration, including EyeMax Mono
  • Refractive lens exchange
  • Lucentis (anti‑VEGF) injections for AMD and retinal vascular disease
  • Medical retina (AMD, diabetic eye disease, retinal vein occlusion)
  • Vitreoretinal surgery (macular hole, retinal detachment)

His expertise in both medical and surgical retina allows him to provide comprehensive care for complex eye conditions.

Treatments and Procedures

  • Micro‑incision sutureless cataract surgery
  • Age‑related macular degeneration treatment
  • Retinal detachment repair
  • Diabetic eye disease management
  • Glaucoma assessment and monitoring
  • Macular hole surgery
  • Treatment for floaters (posterior vitreous detachment)
  • Retinal vein occlusion treatment
  • Assessment of visual loss
  • Management of vitreoretinal disorders
  • Dry eye and watery eye treatment

Approach to Patient Care

Mr Cazabon is known for his calm, thorough and patient‑centred approach. He provides clear explanations, personalised treatment plans and evidence‑based care, ensuring patients feel informed and supported throughout their treatment journey. His dual expertise in medical retina and vitreoretinal surgery allows him to manage both routine and highly complex eye conditions.

Treatments and tests offered by Mr Sunildath (Joey) Cazabon at Nuffield Health

  • Visual field testing
  • Cataract Surgery

Locations Mr Sunildath (Joey) Cazabon works with

Related experience

Research

Committee member of Cheshire and Merseyside Comprehensive Local Research Network Ophthalmology Speciality Research Group.

Numerous publications in peer review journals.

Memberships

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology
  • Royal College of Ophthalmologists
  • Royal College of Surgeons
  • British Medical Association
  • North of England Ophthalmological Society

Other posts held

  • Consultant Ophthalmologist at the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • Consultant Ophthalmologist at Nuffield Health Chester Hospital, The Grosvenor

Insurers Mr Sunildath (Joey) Cazabon works with

Mr Sunildath (Joey) Cazabon works with the following private medical insurance providers:

  • Aviva Health
  • AXA Health
  • AXA - Global Healthcare
  • Benenden Health
  • Bupa
  • Bupa On Demand
  • Cigna
  • CS Healthcare
  • The Exeter
  • Simplyhealth
  • Vitality Health (Pru Health)
  • WPA

Declaration

Mr Sunildath (Joey) Cazabon does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.

Mr Sunildath (Joey) Cazabon does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.

Mr Sunildath (Joey) Cazabon does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.