Our Surgeons
Andre Litwin
Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
Andre is a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon with expertise in eyelid aesthetic surgery including blepharoplasty and eyelid lift.
He sees patients with general eye concerns, cataracts, eyelid problems and watery or dry eyes. Andre holds a part-time NHS post at the world-renowned Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead, a specialist referral centre for complex eye and oculoplastic care.
“I passionately strive to deliver the best personalised care for every one of my patients. Throughout 20 years in Ophthalmology I have been amazed by the advances I have witnessed in eye and eyelid surgery. We all desire faster recovery times with a shift now towards more natural rejuvenation and these latest techniques have helped me to achieve this.”
Andre is one of the leading eye and eyelid surgeons in the UK with over 20 years of experience. In 2013 he was appointed a Consultant at the Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead. There he continues to manage complex eye, eyelid, tear duct and orbital disease in patients from all over the UK and beyond. Andre graduated from the University of Southampton and trained in Ophthalmology across London and for several years at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge. He undertook two Fellowships in oculoplastic and orbital disease before becoming a Consultant.
What specific expertise does Mr Andre Litwin bring to Sapphire Eye Care?
Andre operates on over 500 patients per year, which he believes is very important when choosing an experienced Surgeon. Patients should always ensure they are regularly performing the treatments they recommend. He is frequently called upon by colleagues to undertake revision eyelid surgery to help address problems that people have had with eyelid surgery elsewhere and is happy to provide an honest second opinion.
What types of surgeries does Andre Litwin specialise in?
Upper eyelid blepharoplasty concentrates on the region between the eyebrow and the eyelashes. Lower eyelid blepharoplasty focuses on the area between the eyelashes and the cheek. Tired, hollow or sagging eyelids affect most of us at some stage in our life. Surgery can help restore a more youthful appearance. As an Ophthalmologist, Andre has a deep commitment and is passionate about cataract surgery and utilises the latest lens technologies to advance towards a true personalised vision correction.
Why is it beneficial to have a surgeon like Andre who is experienced in oculoplastic surgery?
Eyelid surgery is a highly specialised area and whilst most general plastic surgeons carry out aesthetic eyelid surgery, all functional surgery of the eyelids is undertaken by oculoplastic surgeons in hospitals throughout the UK. There is a recognition that eyelid surgery is best undertaken by surgeons trained in eye surgery. An oculoplastic surgeon has undertaken many years of training in microsurgical ophthalmology followed by highly specialised training in oculoplastics to only deal in this area. Andre is in the top echelon of experienced oculoplastic surgeons in the UK.
What can patients expect when being treated by Andre?
Andre is valued for his exceptional outcomes, whilst maintaining an honest straightforward approach, involving patients in their choices and care.