Dr. Andre Oberholster

An experienced Ophthalmic Surgeon, Mr. Oberholster has performed over 26,000 laser procedures. He is registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and is a fully trained Ophthalmologist who has undergone additional specialist training in refractive surgery.

Mr. Oberholster is an Ophthalmic Surgeon for Optical Express and has gained vast experience with special interests in cataract and refractive surgery and is an active member of various affiliated bodies and societies such as Ophthalmological Society of South Africa. Twice every year, Mr. Oberholster attends International Medical Advisory Board (IMAB) Conferences and is annually assessed by this board. The panel consists of several of the world's most eminent Refractive Surgeons including Mr. Steve Schallhorn, former Head of Ophthalmology for the US Navy, and Professor Jan Venter, a world leading Ophthalmic Surgeon.

Mr. Oberholster was born and educated in South Africa where he began his medical career at the University of Pretoria in 1979 and graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) in 1984. He spent two years at the Military Hospital of Pretoria in the Ophthalmology Department before progressing to work as a private general practitioner for six years. In 1992 Mr. Oberholster pursued his interest in Ophthalmology when he accepted a Registrar position at the University of Stellenbosch and obtained his Masters Degree in Ophthalmology (MMed Ophth) in 1997. The following six months he spent at the Bristol Eye Hospital after which he became a private practitioner in Ophthalmology at the Cape Eye Hospital. Mr. Oberholster accepted a position as a part-time Consultant and Lecturer at the University of Stellenbosch and attended a weekly clinic in oculoplastic surgery.

Mr. Oberholster has made presentations in many different countries about laser surgery and regularly attends conferences about both laser vision correction and cataract surgery allowing him to stay abreast of all developments in the advancing field of ophthalmology.

Patient Testimonials for Dr. Andre Oberholster

“I came to be Bridgewater because my wife had successfully had the same procedure here. I had a very informative consultation held in a relaxed manner, all staff very friendly, ambience of building itself is excellent”
Alan McHale
Ophthalmology
01/09/2010

“The staff took time to talk to me about my worries and put me at ease, everything was good and I think the friendly atmosphere helped a lot.”
Ann Hoyles
Ophthalmology
13/08/2010

“Being nearest to my home was the reason I choose Bridgewater but when I got here all the staff shown such attention and kindness to me.”
Pauline Kiernan
Ophthalmology
05/08/2010

“I choose the Bridgewater because of the professionalism and high standards, the whole experience was very professional and friendly, I was highly recommend it”
Evelyn Casey
Ophthalmology
05/08/2010

“I was impressed by the efficiency of the hospital and the face I was never kept waiting, all the staff were courteous and efficient”
Barbara Clegg
Ophthalmology
04/08/2010

“Everything was explained in great detail and everyone was very helpful, all the staff are excellent”
Kath Stanley
Ophthalmology
26/07/2010

“I choose Bridgewater because it was nearest to home and also by the good reputation of consultant. All the staff were friendly and willing to help me”
Maria Holland
Ophthalmology
24/07/2010

“Quiet, modern, clean hospital with friendly staff, I would recommend”
Barbara Henshaw
Ophthalmology
23/07/2010

“I was impressed by everything really, the friendly approach, and the consultant, everyone I met there was all very helpful”
Heather Houghton
Ophthalmology
16/07/2010

“My consultant/surgeon Andre Oberholster was very nice and shown great care, also the optician there who treated me was also very nice and provided exceptional care.”
Ann Cole
Ophthalmology
16/07/2010

“I came to the Bridgewater from Optical Express for treatment, all the staff were very friendly. Excellent work!”
Alan Smith
Ophthalmology
15/07/2010

“The reason I choose the Bridgewater Hospital was the speed for appointment and the treatment there. I liked the efficiency of all the staff because they never left me wondering what was going to happen next, they always kept me informed.”
Mary Bergin
Ophthalmology
15/07/2010

“I choose the hospital because of the reputation, everything about my care was good”
Mortimer Holland
Ophthalmology
15/07/2010

“I liked how the staff was always reassuring me and ensured the operation was pain free.”
Richard Dickinson
Ophthalmology
15/07/2010

“I was referred here by Optical Express, the consultant shown good quality of care and both the staff and consultant were reassuring”
Bernadette Phillips
Ophthalmology
08/07/2010

“All the staff I met really impressed me most, nothing that I saw needed improving”
John Stanley
Ophthalmology
26/06/2010

“Living in Stratford-upon-avon initially would have appreciated treatment in Birmingham. It was a factor that caused me to delay treatment for 2 years, at my advanced age, a considerable regret however every mile and extra expense incurred was more than worth it!

"The reason being was I had complete confidence and trust inspired by my surgeon Mr. Oberholster at the initial consolation, the subsequent surgery on both eyes has more than fulfilled that promise, the outcome at this early stage having already exceeded my hope and dreams, I sincerely thank Mr. Oberholster and his efficient courteous team for making my experience at Bridgewater such a wonderful happy and successful occasion.

"ALL staff stood out as being kind, friendly and attentive, the day I had surgery I felt as though I could have climbed Everest to tell the world! Sounds over the top but it really isn’t, I simply can’t praise the place and treatment enough, thank you!”
Theresa Coonan
Ophthalmology
15/06/2010