MA, MB ChB, FRCOphth, MD 

Consultant Ophthalmologist and Lead Clinician for AMD and Uveitis Committee member for the NICE Clinical Guidelines for AMD 

Uveitis AMD 

Dr. Nicholas Beare is a distinguished consultant ophthalmologist, renowned for his expertise in medical retina, uveitis, infectious retinal diseases, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and diabetic retinopathy. His groundbreaking research has significantly advanced the understanding of complex conditions such as malarial retinopathy and post-Ebola Syndrome, contributing to the global health effort against the increasing burden of diabetic retinopathy in Africa. Dr. Beare has played pivotal roles in developing clinical guidelines, including his contribution to the NICE Clinical Guidelines for AMD and the British Thoracic Society's guidelines for ocular TB. Serving as the NIHR Local Specialty Lead for Ophthalmology, Dr. Beare has been instrumental in steering research and clinical practices within the UK's National Institute for Health Research. His involvement in the Scientific Committee of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists underscores his commitment to advancing the field of ophthalmology through scientific inquiry and education. Dr. Beare's contributions extend beyond clinical and research settings; he has actively participated in and been invited to numerous conferences and expert panels, addressing topics from medical retina innovations to the impact of COVID-19 on uveitis patients. His leadership and insights have positioned him as a key figure in ophthalmology, making substantial impacts on both patient care and the broader scientific community.