A Moorfields Eye Hospital ophthalmologist has performed a life-changing surgery on a 23-year-old patient after diagnosing him with a progressive eye disease that is prevalent in Middle Eastern communities. Mogemad Osama, an Ajman University student from Palestine who plans to become a dentist, struggled for years with devastating vision loss which caused him to change … Continue reading “Moorfields Eye Hospital in Abu Dhabi saves the vision —and the career— of future dentist”
Healthcare providers have a moral and professional responsibility to ensure that the care they provide to patients is safe and delivers results in line with internationally recognised outcomes. As the first overseas branch of Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai continuously strives to maintain and further grow the positive reputation of … Continue reading “Joint Commission International (JCI) Accredited Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai highlights the importance of quality of care in a healthcare setting”
Dubau, United Arab Emirates, 6th July 2022 Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai has earned Joint Commission International’s (JCI) Gold Seal of Approval® for Ambulatory Care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its internationally-recognised standards. Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai underwent a rigorous on-site survey in June of 2022. During the survey, a Joint Commission International expert surveyor … Continue reading “Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai receives Accreditation from Joint Commission International”
The strategic partnership is aimed at providing eye care services to treat UAE Patients with critical eye diseases. (Dubai, June 15 2022) In its latest effort to expand its reach in treatment of patients locally and expand its strategic partnerships, Noor Dubai Foundation signed a partnership agreement with Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai (a branch of … Continue reading “Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai signs agreement with Noor Dubai Foundation”
Distinguished ophthalmologists from around the world will convene virtually to discuss advancements in the field and upcoming industry breakthroughs of 2022. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December 2021: Moorfields Eye Hospitals UAE are delighted to announce the 4th edition of the ‘Moorfields UAE 2021 – A Year in Focus’ high caliber Ophthalmology conference that will take place … Continue reading “Moorfields Eye Hospitals UAE to host 4th Annual ‘A Year in Focus’ International Ophthalmology conference”
4 September 2021 – Abu Dhabi, UAE: Ophthalmologists at Moorfields Eye Hospital Abu Dhabi, part of United Eastern Medical Services (UEMedical) and a Mubadala Health Partner, succeeded in restoring the vision of a 40-years old Emirati patient with Down Syndrome. The patient had one of her eyes removed at a younger age due to complications … Continue reading “Ophthalmologists at Moorfields Eye Hospital Abu Dhabi restore vision for patient with Down Syndrome”
Dubai UAE: At the recent Arab Health 2021 conference, Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai highlighted their upcoming research and innovation strategy and the hospital’s current and future plans. Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai, which opened in 2007, focused on the theme of this year’s conference which is ‘Research and Innovation’, a theme the hospital in Dubai and in … Continue reading “Moorfields Eye Hospital highlights eye care Innovations at Arab Health”
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 16th June 2021: Mubadala Health, the integrated healthcare network of Mubadala Investment Company, today announced the acquisition of a 60% stake in United Eastern Medical Services (UEMedical) from Jadwa Investment and United Eastern Group (UEG). UEMedical owns and operates multiple hospitals and clinics specializing in women’s health, family medicine, pediatrics, … Continue reading “MUBADALA HEALTH ACQUIRES A CONTROLLING STAKE IN UEMEDICAL”
Experts at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai share Six Effective Ways to Protect Your Eyes during summer
Dubai, UAE – May 15, 2021: Whilst sun exposure is an excellent source of vitamin D, not taking the necessary protective measures during the summer can have damaging effects on the eyes. Spending a lot of time under direct sun light and heat may accelerate the aging process of the eyes and lead to conditions … Continue reading “Experts at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai share Six Effective Ways to Protect Your Eyes during summer”
Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai shares applied measures for long term patient benefit and sustainability While best practices were once considered as generally accepted and set based on experience and outcomes, in today’s environment, what may have been considered best practices in a healthcare environment or setting as recently as a few months ago, may need … Continue reading “Redefining Best Practices in an Eye Care setting”
In line with Cataract Awareness Month (June 2020), Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai’s expert team of ophthalmologist warn MENA residents of the two major risk factors for cataracts: age and diabetes. Cataract, the leading cause of blindness in the world, affects roughly 25% of the population living in the MENA region. An ageing population combined with … Continue reading “Experts at MEHD Warn Residents of the Risk of Developing Cataracts”
Why smoking-related eye ailments are rising in prevalence across the GCC By Dr. Ammar Safar, Consultant Ophthalmologist and Vitreoretinal Surgeon, Medical Director at Moorfields Eye Hospital The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates tobacco use in the Eastern Mediterranean Region to be nearly 25%, compared to the worldwide prevalence rate of 22.7%. A number that … Continue reading “The Effects of Smoking on Your Eyes”