Daniel is the Consultant Optometrist at Hathershaw Opticians and has built the practice based on trust and honesty. His attention to detail, patience and communication skills are paramount in his success. From the first day of opening to the present he has always stressed that the patients should get as much time as they need to discuss their eye health concerns.

Daniel is an experienced registered Consultant Optometrist with interests in engineering and development. He achieved a first class degree with Honours at Aston University and has since then continued his studies in the areas of Medical retina and Glaucoma. His key areas of interest in Ophthalmology are Medical Retina, specialist Contact Lens fitting, Myopia control, Glaucoma, Paediatric Optometry and Low vision. Daniel has been part of numerous ophthalmic developments throughout the years and hold several patents for medical devices used across the world. He brings with him over 20 years of experience in the field of Optics. His experience and wealth of knowledge come from both clinical and technical aspects in the profession. His past experience includes working for the prestigious Manchester Royal Eye Hospital and the Lancashire Teaching Trust. Daniel has always had a keen interest in engineering and innovation, which played a paramount position in a Oxford University spin out company, where he worked to research and develop innovation for the visually impaired based on an invention of his own. His famous words “There is always a way...” are reflected by his successes and accomplishments in his career. Daniel has been the lead clinical advisor to the medical instruments industry and has played an important part in the development of technology, which practitioners across the world use today.

Daniel also teaches Medical and Optometry students to support them through their learning. Daniel works closely with the QTVI team (Qualified Teacher of Children and Young People with Vision Impairment) to help improve awareness of the importance of regular eye examinations in children. He was also part of the SeeAbility® project providing eyecare for children with learning disabilities, diagnosed with conditions such as Autism, Global developmental delay and Downs Syndrome.

Subash is a qualified registered Optometrist, who also works at the Manchester Royal Eye Hospital. He has over 20 years of experience in providing Optometry care for patients from a wide range of age groups and varied ocular conditions. After a MPhil in Glaucoma research he completed a PhD; that focused on understanding visual perception of the human eye.

Following his PhD he did further research in to understanding the visual changes in Glaucoma. Subash has also worked at Birmingham Midlands Eye Hospital, Royal Bolton Hospital Eye Service and Bury Primary care centre Hospital Eye Service. Subash has obtained a variety of clinical skills through his work in the eye hospitals and high street clinical practices over the years. His special interests are in glaucoma, contact lens and paediatric optometry.

Subash also contributes to research and teaching regularly. He is principal investigator on a research grant from the College of Optometrists (iPRO innovation in Practice-based Research for Optometrist) and International Glaucoma Association (IGA, a charity for people with Glaucoma). The aim is to understand the socio-economic impact on visual impairment in Glaucoma. He has been involved in teaching Optometry students at the University of Manchester and Anglia Ruskin University. He also presents his research at national and international conferences and publishes his work in peer-reviewed journals.

Mr Biswas is a popular Ophthalmologist, with specialist skills and expertise in children’s eye conditions. He has over 25 years’ experience in ophthalmology and for the last 18 years he has specialized in children’s eye problems. He has developed considerable expertise in the following areas:

• Cataract surgery (adults & children)
• Strabismus (squint) in children & young people
• Amblyopia (lazy eye)
• Allergic eye problems
• Chalazia (eyelid lumps) in children & young people
• Inherited eye diseases
• Paediatric Corneal and External Disease
• Paediatric Corneal Transplantation
• Developmental abnormalities of the front of the eye
• Retinopathy of Prematurity
• Congenital and Developmental Glaucoma

After studying at St Bartholomew’s Hospital in London, he completed his higher surgical training at the Manchester Royal Eye Hospital in 2002 and has been a Consultant there ever since. In 2014 - 2019 he was Clinical Head of Division. He is now clinical lead for Paediatric Ophthalmology & the Chair of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists’ Paediatric Sub-Committee and the Chair of the North West of England Ophthalmological Society. He has an impressive academic reputation, with over 50 publications in peer reviewed journals & chapters in textbooks. Despite extensive NHS commitments he has a busy and expanding private practice. His combination of skills, experience and friendly manner has led to his opinion being much sought after for both children’s and adults’ eye problems, not just in the North West of England, but throughout the UK and abroad.

Mrs. Indira Madgula is a highly respected Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon and Glaucoma Specialist based at the Royal Bolton Hospital. With extensive sub-specialist training and a career marked by clinical excellence and innovation, Mrs. Madgula is dedicated to providing world-class eye care.

Throughout her career, she has been at the forefront of modern ophthalmology. During her tenure at the Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, she successfully led the glaucoma service and pioneered a nationally recognised "shared care" glaucoma model. This innovative system significantly improved patient service delivery and earned her a prestigious spot as a finalist at the 2022 Health Service Journal (HSJ) Awards. In addition to her NHS work, she serves as the Lead Glaucoma Consultant for SpaMedica in the North West region and sits on their expert Glaucoma Advisory Panel.

Areas of Expertise & Clinical Focus

Following extensive higher surgical training in ophthalmology within the Liverpool region, Mrs. Madgula completed an advanced, highly competitive Glaucoma Fellowship at the renowned Manchester Royal Eye Hospital (2015–2016).

Her primary clinical expertise lies in managing complex adult cataracts and advanced glaucoma cases. She is highly skilled in utilising the latest micro-invasive technologies to preserve and protect her patients' vision.

Advanced Treatments & Procedures Provided

• Cataract Surgery: Specialised in complex cataract extractions, including the implantation of premium intraocular lenses (IOLs) and astigmatism-correcting Toric IOLs.

• Glaucoma Surgery: Proficient in traditional guarding surgeries like Trabeculectomy and complex glaucoma drainage (tube) device implantations.

• MIGS (Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery): Offering advanced, state-of-the-art microscopic implants combined with cataract surgery, including iStent, Hydrus, and OMNI procedures.

• Ophthalmic Laser Therapies:

  • Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) for glaucoma

  • YAG Laser Peripheral Iridotomy (PI)

  • YAG Laser Capsulotomy (for post-cataract clearing)

Career Highlights & Global Impact

Beyond the clinic, Mrs. Madgula is a passionate advocate for medical education, mentorship, and global health. She holds the distinction of being the first ophthalmology trainee in the UK to be appointed as an examiner for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth), London.

• International Examiner: She continues to shape the future of the profession by examining nationally for the RCOphth (London), internationally for the Royal College of Surgeons (Glasgow), and has previously served as a PLAB examiner for the General Medical Council (GMC).

• Academic Appointments: Recognising her commitment to training the next generation, she was appointed as an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester. She has extensively trained medical students, specialist optometrists, junior surgeons, and international medical graduates at Edge Hill University.

• Philanthropy: In 2015, the Royal College of Ophthalmologists honored her with the prestigious Dorey Lister Award in recognition of her impactful charitable surgical work in India.

Mrs. Madgula remains an active contributor to ophthalmic science, regularly presenting her insights at major national and international conferences and publishing research in peer-reviewed medical journals.

Qualifications & Education

• CCT – Certificate of Completion of Training, Liverpool, UK

• Glaucoma Fellowship – Manchester Royal Eye Hospital (2015–16)

• FRCOphth – Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, London

• FRCS – Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow

• DNB – Diplomate of National Board, India

• MS (Ophthalmology) – Master of Surgery, India

Professional Memberships

• Royal College of Ophthalmologists (London)

• Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons (Glasgow)

• European Glaucoma Society (EGS)