Amar Alwitry | Surgical Safety | Best Innovation Award

Dr. Amar Alwitry | Surgical Safety | Best Innovation Award

Ophthalmic Surgeon at Cannusafe Ltd, United Kingdom

Dr. Amar Alwitry is a highly distinguished Consultant Ophthalmologist with an exceptional academic background and extensive expertise in clinical ophthalmology, cataract and refractive surgery, and medicolegal practice. Educated at Victoria College, Jersey, and the University of Nottingham Medical School, he holds multiple postgraduate qualifications including FRCOphth, MMedLaw, and a PgD in Cataract and Refractive Surgery, alongside first-class honours in medical research. He is a prolific author and editor of major ophthalmic and medicolegal textbooks, has published widely in leading peer-reviewed journals, and is a frequent invited speaker and chair at national medicolegal and ophthalmology conferences. Dr. Alwitry holds numerous senior advisory and leadership roles, including GMC Expert Witness, Specialty Advisor to the Care Quality Commission, and Medicolegal Section Editor for Eye News, reflecting his national influence in patient safety and clinical governance. His research contributions span glaucoma, cataract surgery, and ophthalmic safety surveillance, supported by competitive funding and national recognition. Alongside his clinical and academic career, he undertakes regular expert witness work for NHS Resolution and medical defence organisations, producing high-quality medicolegal reports and advising courts with clarity, balance, and authority.

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