Mr. Milind Pande, MBBS, D.O, F.R.C.S, F.R.C.Ophth, Cert LRS, FWCRS
Founder & Medical Director, Vision Surgery & Research Centre, UK
Founder & CEO, CustomLens Ai, East Yorkshire, UK
Milind Pande, a distinguished Ophthalmic Surgeon, commands an illustrious
career spanning over four decades, positioning him at the vanguard of
innovative eye care. As the Founder and Medical Director of Vision Surgery
in East Yorkshire, UK, Milind specialises in cataract, cornea, and refractive
surgery, epitomising clinical and surgical excellence across three continents.
His dedication to innovation extends to his role as the Founder & CEO of
CustomLens Ai, an avant-garde AI expert system committed to streamlining
the attainment of premium unaided vision outcomes.
Renowned for pioneering advancements in Refractive Cataract Surgery, Lens
Exchange Surgery, and Laser Vision Surgery, Milind’s influence resonates
globally. His commitment to education is underscored through initiatives
like the annual State of the Art Refractive and Cataract Surgery Symposium
in Hull, Invited faculty lectures, and teaching engagements spanning India,
China, Europe, Africa, Australia, and North America. Milind’s impact
transcends geographical boundaries, marked by invitations to demonstrate
surgical techniques via live satellite transmission at prestigious national and
international conferences, including delivering several distinguished
eponymous lectures. His membership in the International Intra-ocular
Implant Club underscores his esteemed standing among pioneers in Vision
Correction Surgery.
Milind’s journey commenced with training in Yorkshire, followed by a
coveted Iris Fund Research Fellowship at St. Thomas’ Hospital in London.
Subsequently, he served as a Lecturer in Oxford before assuming a pivotal
role as an NHS Ophthalmology Consultant at Hull Royal Infirmary.
As a Trustee and Past President of the United Kingdom and Ireland Society
of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, Milind’s leadership is distinguished by a
reputation for clinical acumen, surgical finesse, and an unwavering
commitment to patient-focused care. His influence extends far beyond
national borders, attracting patients from the UK, Europe, Africa, Asia, and
the Caribbean.
Milind embodies a multifaceted professional, being a Clinician, Researcher,
Digital Health Innovator, International Lecturer, Live Surgery Demonstrator,
Teacher, Mentor, and Strategic Research, Development, and Business
Consultant. He stands as a beacon of excellence, seamlessly amalgamating
decades of experience with an innovative ethos to shape the future of vision
surgery.