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A consultant ophthalmic surgeon has been allowed to continue working within the NHS despite three patients suffering damage to their eyes after he operated on them.

The GMC's fitness to practise panel had earlier heard allegations that Dr Philippe Leynaud's surgical skills, and his performance in relation to working within the laws and regulations, and constructive participation in audit, assessment and appraisal were a cause for concern.

It was also alleged that Leynaud's performance was unacceptable in a number of other areas including providing or arranging treatment, assessment of intraocular lens power, and record keeping.

In its ruling the panel said that Leynaud's fitness to practise was impaired and that it was in the public interest, to order his registration to be made conditional forthwith for a period of three years.

Leynaud must restrict his medical practice to NHS training posts in ophthalmology, where his work must be supervised by a named consultant. He must inform any employer of the conditions imposed him and he must also inform the GMC of any formal disciplinary proceeding taken against him.

Leynaud, who is originally from France, is also required with work with a postgraduate dean (or his/her nominated deputy) to formulate a personal development plan designed to address his deficiencies.

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