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Mr Joshua Pilling

Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon

Mr Joshua Pilling

Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon

About Mr Joshua Pilling

Personal Profile

Mr Joshua Pilling is a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at The Duchy Hospital in Harrogate, specialising in the diagnosis and management of glaucoma and the surgical treatment of cataracts. He has particular expertise in complex cataract surgery, especially in patients with co-existing glaucoma.

Mr Pilling graduated from Liverpool Medical School in 2011 and completed his foundation training in the Mersey Deanery before moving to Yorkshire to undertake specialist training in ophthalmology.

He subsequently pursued advanced subspecialty training in glaucoma across Leeds, York and Harrogate, followed by a dedicated Glaucoma Fellowship in Sheffield. In 2021, he was appointed as a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Harrogate District Foundation Trust.

Mr Pilling has performed more than 1,000 cataract operations and regularly undertakes complex cataract surgery, including procedures for patients with glaucoma. His surgical complication rate is reported to be well below the national standard, reflecting his experience in managing more challenging cases.

Outside his clinical practice, Mr Pilling enjoys spending time with his young family, walking his dog, playing tennis and skiing during the winter months.

Clinical Interests

  • Glaucoma: Specialist assessment and management of glaucoma to help preserve vision.
  • Cataract Surgery: Surgical treatment of cataracts, including complex cases and those associated with glaucoma.

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