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  This blog has been contributed by Dr. Imran Jawaid, Consultant Ophthalmologist in Paediatric ophthalmology and  strabismus surgery As parents, we do everything possible to support our children’s development and well-being. Vision plays a vital role in a child’s overall growth, supporting learning, movement, and communication from an early age. Yet, one area that can… Continue reading Children’s eye exams in Dubai: Why regular check-ups are essential

This blog on Oculoplastic Surgery has been contributed by Dr. Rafic Antonios, Specialist Oculoplastic Surgeon.  Oculoplastic surgery, often known as eyelid surgery, is a specialised field of medicine focusing on the areas around the eyes and the face. This includes the eyelids, orbit (eye socket), and lacrimal (tear) system. The purpose of these procedures ranges… Continue reading Oculoplastic Surgery: Enhancing Vision and Appearance

Orthoptist Sehar Mann has contributed to this blog on Stages of visual development in Children. We are all born with blurry vision, and our vision develops in the first 7-8 years of life but is most important when we are babies and toddlers. Understanding the stages of visual development in babies and toddlers and how… Continue reading Stages of visual development in Children

Strabismus, commonly called ‘crossed eyes,’ impacts approximately 2% – 4% of children worldwide. This condition results in the misalignment of the eyes, causing them to point in different directions and disrupting binocular vision. Strabismus is primarily seen in infants and young children and is not just a cosmetic concern. It can significantly impact vision development… Continue reading Strabismus in Children: Crossed Eyes and Vision Development

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

This blog has been contributed by Dr. Luisa Sastre, Consultant Ophthalmologist in Medical retina and cataract surgery. Cataracts, a common eye condition characterised by clouding of the lens, can affect individuals of all ages. However, people with diabetes are particularly susceptible to developing this condition. In this blog, we will explore the connection between them, understand… Continue reading Diabetes and Cataracts

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

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

This blog has been contributed Dr. Salman Waqar, Consultant Ophthalmologist in Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery.  Cataracts are a common age-related eye condition where the eye’s lens becomes cloudy and opaque, affecting vision. The lens is a clear, elastic structure that helps focus light onto the retina, which sends visual signals to the brain. As we… Continue reading What you need to know about Cataracts

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

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

This blog on Dry eyes has been contributed by Dr. Alia Issa, General Ophthalmologist at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai  Introduction  Dry eye is one of the most common reasons to visit an ophthalmologist. It is estimated that around 75% of people worldwide suffer from dry eye at some point in their life. What causes dry… Continue reading Dry Eyes