If you are scheduled for a day-case surgery with us, it is crucial to be well-prepared to ensure a smooth and safe surgical experience. From understanding the fasting guidelines to knowing what attire is appropriate, being informed can ease your anxiety and prepare you for a successful procedure. We strongly recommend downloading our detailed leaflet… Continue reading Day of Surgery instructions
Squint (strabismus) in Children: Causes, Signs, and Treatment in Dubai
Medically reviewed on April 2026 A squint or misalignment of the eyes, known medically as strabismus, is a childhood condition in which the eyes do not point in the same direction. In young children, a squint is more than a matter of appearance, as eye misalignment can significantly affect how vision develops if not identified… Continue reading Squint (strabismus) in Children: Causes, Signs, and Treatment in Dubai
Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty for Glaucoma
This blog on Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty for glaucoma treatment was authored by Dr. Salman Waqar, a Consultant Ophthalmologist in Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery. Living with glaucoma often means meticulous eye drop management and close intraocular pressure (IOP) monitoring. Thankfully, advancements in eye care, such as Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT), offer a more refined to manage… Continue reading Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty for Glaucoma
Diabetes and Cataracts: A Guide to Understanding the Link to Protect Your Vision
Medically reviewed on July 2026 Diabetes is a condition that can affect every part of the body, and the eyes are particularly vulnerable to its effects. Whilst many people are aware of the effects of diabetes on general health, fewer understand that diabetes can lead to diabetic eye diseases and increase the risk of developing… Continue reading Diabetes and Cataracts: A Guide to Understanding the Link to Protect Your Vision
Artificial Intelligence and eye care
This blog has been contributed by Dr. Ammar Safar, Consultant Ophthalmologist and Vitreoretinal Surgeon and Chief Medical Officer. Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionised various industries, and it’s making its way into ophthalmology. AI technologies are being viewed as valuable tools for diagnosing, managing, and treating eye diseases. AI algorithms can analyse large amounts of data… Continue reading Artificial Intelligence and eye care
Moorfields Eye Hospital in Abu Dhabi saves the vision —and the career— of future dentist
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
Joint Commission International (JCI) Accredited Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai highlights the importance of quality of care in a healthcare setting
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
Optic neuritis
This blog has been contributed by Dr. Salma Yassine, Consultant Ophthalmologist in Paediatric & Neuro-ophthalmology What is optic neuritis? Optic neuritis occurs when our immune system mistakenly targets the substance covering your optic nerve, resulting in inflammation and damage to the myelin. This disrupts electrical impulses that travel from the eye to the brain, causing… Continue reading Optic neuritis
What you need to know about Cataracts
Cataracts are among the most frequently diagnosed eye conditions at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai, and one of the leading causes of progressive vision loss in the ageing population. While they are a natural part of the ageing process and, in most cases, highly treatable, many patients have questions about what cataracts mean for their vision… Continue reading What you need to know about Cataracts
Glaucoma Awareness month
This blog on glaucoma awarness month has been contributed Dr. Salman Waqar, Consultant Ophthalmologist in Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery. Glaucoma occurs when there is high pressure in the eye, which can lead to reduction or loss of vision due to damage to the optic nerve (the nerve that transmits signals from our eye to the… Continue reading Glaucoma Awareness month
Neuro-ophthalmology and associated eye conditions
This blog on Neuro-ophthalmology has been contributed by Dr. Salma Yassine, Consultant Ophthalmologist in Paediatric & Neuro-ophthalmology What is neuro-ophthalmology? Neuro-ophthalmology is an ophthalmic subspecialty that addresses the relationship between the eye and the brain. The optic nerve acts as a cable that connects what we see through our eyes to the brain. The brain… Continue reading Neuro-ophthalmology and associated eye conditions
DRY EYE DISEASE: UNDERSTANDING A COMMON BUT COMPLEX CONDITION
This blog on Dry eyes has been contributed by Dr. Alia Issa, Aesthetic Oculoplastic Surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai Dry eye disease is one of the most common reasons people seek advice from an ophthalmologist. While it is often a minor irritation, dry eye can significantly affect comfort, vision, productivity, and overall quality of… Continue reading DRY EYE DISEASE: UNDERSTANDING A COMMON BUT COMPLEX CONDITION