Mr Tafadzwa Young-Zvandasara
in Tyne and Wear
MBChB(Dundee) MSc(Engineering) MIET FRCOphth(UK) MAcadMEd
GMC: 6157095
Mr Tafadzwa Young-Zvandasara areas of expertise:
Professional statement
Mr Tafadzwa Young-Zvandasara is a leading consultant ophthalmic surgeon based in Newcastle upon Tyne. His areas of expertise include macular holes, retinal detachment, epiretinal membranes, diabetic eye disease complications, eye floaters, and surgical retina conditions. He is highly proficient in vitreoretinal surgery and cataract surgery.
Mr Young-Zvandasara consults privately at MY Eye Clinic. Since 2020, he also holds a consultant position at Newcastle Eye Centre and he additionally served as the clinical lead for the North of Tyneside and Gateshead Diabetic Eye Screening Programme from 2020 to 2023.
With over 15 years of experience, Mr Young-Zvandasara originally qualified with an MBChB from the University of Dundee. He then completed higher specialist training with the Wales Deanery, before going on to complete advanced training in vitreoretinal surgery through fellowships in New Zealand at Christchurch Hospital then the University of Auckland and Greenlane Hospital.
Mr Young-Zvandasara holds an MSc in Clinical Engineering from Cardiff University with Distinction and esteemed fellowship to the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. Furthermore, he is also an honorary lecturer at Newcastle University and an active contributor to clinical research in the field of ophthalmology, having published several papers and abstracts. He has also presented his work at international conferences.
Patient reviews
C P. Verified Patient
23/01/2025
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Patients comments
I would have no hesitation in recommending Mr Young. From initial consultation through to follow up after surgery, he explained all aspects of the condition and treatment in a very calm and professional manner. Totally satisfied with all aspects of the care received at the RVI.
S H. Verified Patient
21/01/2025
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Patients comments
A very approachable consultant,friendly,professional and reassuring for nervous patients.
P M. Verified Patient
06/01/2025
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Patients comments
None really. All information given Emergency numbers given Dr Young was excellent in theatre. Talking to me even though he was teaching as well. My clinic was at the RVI not as stated
J C. Verified Patient
12/12/2024
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Patients comments
This surgeon is calm and reassuring whilst also being extremely competent. He did what he said he would with no complications. He explained every step as he went, which I found comforting.