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Mr Nicholas Hickley

MBChB, FRCOphth

MBChB, FRCOphth

Ophthalmologist

15 years of experience

Wilmslow, SK9 1NY

(+4 more)

8 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Nima Ghadiri, Mr Say Aun Quah and 1 other

4.97

/5

(78 reviews)

15 years of experience

Wilmslow, SK9 1NY

(+4 more)

8 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Nima Ghadiri, Mr Say Aun Quah and 1 other

138 Recommendations for:

Eye Problem(22)
Droopy Eyelid (Ptosis)(11)
YAG Laser Capsulotomy(11)
Others(65)

Latest Patient Review

06 May 2025

Great bedside manner

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Mr Nicholas Hickley

MBChB, FRCOphth

MBChB, FRCOphth

Ophthalmologist

15 years of experience

Wilmslow, SK9 1NY

(+4 more)

8 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Nima Ghadiri, Mr Say Aun Quah and 1 other

15 years of experience

Wilmslow, SK9 1NY

(+4 more)

8 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Nima Ghadiri, Mr Say Aun Quah and 1 other

About Mr Nicholas Hickley

Mr Hickley is a consultant ophthalmologist at the Countess of Chester Hospital specialising in oculoplastic surgery, lacrimal surgery and cataract surgery. He is also the clinical lead for Emergency Ophthalmology. He has a private practice at the Eye Correction Centre in Tarporley, Cheshire and Bangor, North Wales. He also has a private practice at Spire Cheshire and HCA Wilmslow. 

Mr Hickley graduated from The University of Leeds Medical School in 2009 and worked as a house officer in Yorkshire before working in Cairns, Australia. He then returned to the United Kingdom where he began his ophthalmology registrar training in the Mersey region. He worked at the world-famous St Paul's Eye Hospital in Liverpool, as well as the Alder Hey Children's Hospital. He subsequently completed a year-long fellowship within training at Manchester Eye Hospital which focused on oculoplastic, lacrimal, and orbital surgery. Following this, he undertook an 18-month fellowship in oculoplastic, lacrimal, and orbital surgery at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Mr Hickley is a keen artist and believes that his artistic background has served as an important foundation block to his career as a surgeon.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & skill endorsements by other professionals

  • Eye Problem (22)
  • Droopy Eyelid (Ptosis) (11)
  • YAG Laser Capsulotomy (11)
  • Others (65)

Subspecialties

  • Cataract Surgery
  • Cataract Network
  • Emergency Ophthalmology
  • Oculoplastic Surgery

All conditions and treatments


Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 7039559


Qualifications

MB ChB 2009 University of Leeds


Languages spoken

  • English

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £225
  • Follow-up appointment: £175

insurers

  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Healix
  • Saga Insurance
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • The Exeter
  • Cigna
  • Aviva Health
  • Aetna
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Bupa Platinum

Location

All locations for Mr Nicholas Hickley

HCA UK at The Wilmslow Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK

4.86

(2787)

52 Alderley Road, Wilmslow, United Kingdom, SK9 1NY

4.89

(447)

Fir Tree Close Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom, WA4 4LU

4.98

(91)

Yorkshire, Humber, Manchester, United Kingdom, -

0

(0)

78 High St, Tarporley, United Kingdom, CW6 0AT

0

(0)

197 High Street, Bangor, United Kingdom, LL57 1NU

Reviews

5

Great bedside manner

06 May 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

OK for me

04 May 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

All professional, explained all procedures would recommend

04 May 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

Extremely helpful and good explanation

01 May 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

I found Mr. Hickley to be a professional of the highest standard, and I felt most comfortable in his care and execution of my procedure; I would not hesitate in recommending Mr. Hickley to anyone requiring a similar procedure to my own.

17 Apr 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cataract Surgery

5

Professional and concise

14 Apr 2025verified patient

5

I found Mr Hickley to be extremely confident and knowledgeable when explaining my procedure to me which gave me confidence in the operation that I was about have. I was very nervous when I arrived but left feeling that I could trust Mr Hickley to do the best possible outcome for me, I have no hesitation in recommending Mr Hickley, he is professional and has the ability to make you feel at ease and confident. I am extremely satisfied with the treatment that I received.

02 Apr 2025verified patient

5

Many thanks to Nicholas and all the team. I was made to feel at ease dispite it being a difficult procedure.

31 Mar 2025verified patient

5

Mr Hickley was extremely professional and reassuring during my treatment. Every process was explained thoroughly, my appointment was not rushed and the outcome was much better than I could have hoped. I would have no hesitation in recommending Mr Hickley.

31 Mar 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eye Problems

5

My experience has been first class. Everything from beginning to end has been great. Mr Hickley explained everything in great detail. The surgery went smoothly and the removal of the stent couldn’t have gone better. It literally took 2 seconds.

31 Mar 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eye Problem
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Endorsements

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I briefly worked alongside Mr Hickley, and since then I have shared patients with him. I found him to be an intelligent, caring and hard-working colleague who is a rising star in oculoplastic surgery.

12 Jun 2024
Endorsed for
Oculoplastic Surgery
Emergency Ophthalmology

Dr. Nima Ghadiri

Dr. Nima Ghadiri

Ophthalmology
I have looked after their patients

I have known and work with Nick for many year. He is highly skilled Consultant Ophthalmologist and Oculoplastic surgeon. Nick is also a very caring and compassionate doctor. I refer my patients requiring complex oculoplastic procedure or cosmetic surgery to Nick and they always speak highly of the care they receive from him.

12 Oct 2023
Endorsed for
Complex Cataract Surgery
Ptosis Repair
Cataracts

Mr Say Aun Quah

Mr Say Aun Quah

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

Mr Hickley is a kind, caring and an overall highly skilled ophthalmologist with a special interest in oculoplastics (eyelid surgery). Having trained with him, and now working alongside him as a consultant colleague, I would have no hesitation in recommending him.

12 Feb 2023
Endorsed for
Complex Cataract Surgery
Ptosis Repair
Cataracts

Ms Natasha Spiteri

Ms Natasha Spiteri

Ophthalmology
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Nicholas Hickley's reviews like?

Mr Nicholas Hickley's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 78 reviews.

What languages does Mr Nicholas Hickley speak?

Mr Nicholas Hickley speaks English

Where is Mr Nicholas Hickley located?

Mr Nicholas Hickley primarily practices at HCA UK at The Wilmslow Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at 52 Alderley Road, Wilmslow, United Kingdom, SK9 1NY
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What are Mr Nicholas Hickley working hours?

Mr Nicholas Hickley is working Monday (13:00 - 18:00, 10:00 - 17:00), Thursday (08:00 - 14:30, 10:00 - 13:30), Saturday (09:30 - 17:00)

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