Mr Ivo Reyes

Mr Ivo Reyes is a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon with clinical and surgical experience across Chile, Spain and Ireland. His practice covers cataract surgery, glaucoma, retinal disease and oculoplastics, alongside the assessment and management of a broad range of ophthalmic conditions.
His approach combines thorough clinical assessment, modern diagnostic technology and evidence based treatment, tailored to each patient's individual needs.

Clinical and Surgical Expertise
Cataract and Premium Lens Surgery
Experience in modern cataract surgery, including monofocal, toric, extended depth of focus (EDOF) and multifocal intraocular lenses. Particular emphasis is placed on detailed preoperative assessment, accurate biometry and individualised lens selection, considering each patient's visual requirements and lifestyle.
 

Glaucoma
Comprehensive assessment and management of glaucoma, including intraocular pressure measurement, optic nerve evaluation, optical coherence tomography (OCT), retinal nerve fibre layer (RNFL) and ganglion cell layer (GCL) analysis, and visual field testing.
Treatment options include medical therapy, selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) and surgical interventions, including minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), where clinically indicated. Long-term monitoring focuses on detecting progression and preserving vision.
Medical and Surgical Retina
Advanced subspecialty training in medical and surgical retina, with experience in age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular disorders, epiretinal membranes, macular holes and other vitreoretinal conditions.
Clinical care includes advanced retinal imaging, OCT, intravitreal injections and retinal laser treatment.
His expertise also extends to specialist vitreoretinal surgical assessment, including determining when surgery is indicated, the most appropriate timing of intervention and when observation or non-surgical management may be preferable.

Oculoplastics and General Ophthalmology
Assessment and management of eyelid and periocular conditions, corneal and ocular surface disease, dry eye and other general ophthalmic disorders.

International Training and Professional Experience
Chile
Graduated in Medicine from Universidad del Desarrollo, Chile, where he began his medical career before moving to Spain for specialist training in ophthalmology.

Spain
Completed his specialist training in Ophthalmology at Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Toledo through the Spanish Médico Interno Residente (MIR) programme.
Established in the 1970s, the MIR system is recognised for its competitive national selection process and rigorous, structured hospital-based specialist training, contributing to consistent standards of postgraduate medical education in Spain.
Following his residency, he undertook a further two years of advanced clinical and surgical training in Medical and Surgical Retina at Hospital General Nuestra Señora del Prado, Talavera de la Reina.
He subsequently worked as a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Instituto Oftalmológico de Talavera before relocating to Ireland.

Ireland
Joined UL Hospitals Group as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, working at University Hospital Limerick and Nenagh Hospital, where his practice included the medical and surgical management of a broad range of ophthalmic conditions.
He currently practises privately in Limerick, including at Bon Secours Hospital Limerick, providing specialist ophthalmic consultations, diagnostic assessments and surgical care.
Postgraduate Education and Academic Activities
His postgraduate education includes a Master's degree in Macular and Retinal Diseases and Surgical Retina, alongside diplomas and specialised courses in Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, Software Development and AI Integration in Software Management.
He has contributed to undergraduate and postgraduate medical education at the University of Limerick, including ophthalmology teaching, lecturing and coordination responsibilities associated with the MSc in Neuroscience programme involving the University of Limerick and Maastricht University.
He is also actively involved in software development and the integration of artificial intelligence into clinical applications, with a particular interest in improving clinical workflows, documentation and healthcare management.
 

Approach to Patient Care
His practice is centred on accurate diagnosis, individualised treatment and clear communication. Patients are supported in understanding their condition and treatment options, enabling informed decisions based on their clinical needs and personal circumstances.
The aim is to provide safe, effective and evidence-based ophthalmic care, with a focus on preserving and improving vision wherever possible.