Peek Vision’s CEO, Andrew Bastawrous, awarded an OBE

Professor Andrew Bastawrous, has been awarded an OBE in the 2023 King’s Birthday Honours in recognition of his services to eye health overseas.

Andrew is an Ophthalmologist (Eye Surgeon), Professor in Global Eye Health at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), Co-Founder & CEO of Peek Vision and Co-Founder of the Vision Catalyst Fund.

Andrew has been passionate about vision and eye health since a pair of glasses changed his life at the age of twelve. Soon after, he recognised that so many people around the world didn’t have access to transformative interventions like glasses or eye surgery, which set him on a path to spend a lifetime contributing to solving the problem. 

Upon receiving the award, Andrew said, “I am so fortunate to be surrounded by thoughtful, brilliant and courageous people. My wife Madeleine and my parents have made many sacrifices in pursuit of the work we are committed to. I am blessed to work with leaders, teams, partners and mentors who have supported and continue to give generously of their gifts, time and resources to create a future where everyone has the opportunity to access eye care and unlock the potential that is universal in everyone. This award recognises the efforts of so many people, many unseen, whose collective dedication and commitment makes ending avoidable vision loss a possibility in our lifetimes.” 

Read Peek Vision’s release to learn more.

Andrew demonstrating Peek Acuity. Photo Courtesy of Peek Vision and © Rolex Joan Bardeletti.