Mr Thomas Kwok

Treatments provided by Mr Kwok

Mr Kwok offers the following procedures at Benenden Hospital:

Cataract removal

Enjoy clear vision and peace of mind with our cataract and special lens treatments. We're the number one provider of private cataract surgery in Kent and Sussex (PHIN, 2024)

Cataract surgery >

YAG laser treatment

YAG laser treatment is used to correct posterior capsule opacification (PCO) which appears in around 20% of cases after surgery to remove a cataract.

YAG laser capsulotomy >

Lacrimal washout

Watery eyes caused by blocked tear ducts can usually be successfully treated by a lacrimal washout; a quick procedure that irrigates the tear duct, removing the blockage.

Lacrimal washout >

Treatment for dry eyes

Dry eye causes your tears to dry up too quickly, leading to the front of the eye becoming dry and irritated.

Treatment for dry eyes >

About Mr Kwok

I studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh and subsequently underwent specialised ophthalmology training in the Wales deanery, followed by a medical retina fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.

Working in various institutions across the country has helped me gather the best practices from these units to offer the best possible care tailored to the individual patient.

I am an examiner of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists in London and a designated clinical and educational supervisor to junior doctors.

In addition to my work at Benenden Hospital I am an Ophthalmic Consultant at East Kent Hospital University Foundation Trust, specialising in general ophthalmology, medical retina and cataract surgery. I am currently the lead clinician for medical retina services within the Trust.

I live in Canterbury with my wife and two daughters. In my spare time I enjoy playing table tennis with my wife in the local Canterbury league. I speak fluent English and Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese).

Using your private medical insurance

Mr Kwok provides treatments and services at Benenden Hospital on behalf of the following private medical insurers. Please check with your insurance provider to confirm that you’re covered for your procedure.

AXA Health
Bupa

Mick O'Leary cataract patient at Benenden Hospital

Mick has sight returned after double cataract surgery

Mick O’Leary had cataracts removed from both of his eyes in our private hospital’s dedicated Eye Unit. From his first cataract operation in December 2022 to his second in March 2023.

Delia Worth's cataract surgery success at Benenden Hospital

Delia ditches contact lenses and glasses

Delia Worth had both her cataracts removed within two months of each other at our dedicated Eye Unit. Delia also had toric lenses inserted to correct astigmatisms which differed in both eyes.

Ann's cataract success story

When Ann’s eyesight deteriorated to the point where driving was difficult and everyday life was challenging, she knew it was time to have her cataracts removed. Read on to discover how our experienced Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeons and our caring eye unit team gave Ann clear vision again.