This blog on upper blepharoplasty has been contributed by Dr. Alia Issa, Aesthetic Oculoplastic Surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai Upper blepharoplasty is a common eyelid rejuvenation procedure for individuals who have droopy eyelids or tired-looking eyes. While it is often seen as removal of excess skin, the factors involved in the procedure are far more complex. There are several deeper anatomical… Continue reading UPPER BLEPHAROPLASTY: MORE THAN JUST REMOVING EXCESS SKIN
Every November, Diabetes Awareness Month reminds us that awareness and early prevention can make a lasting difference in living well with diabetes. This year’s World Diabetes Day theme, “Know More, Do More for Diabetes at Work,” highlights how diabetes management extends beyond medical care, shaping our everyday habits, especially in the workplace. For many people… Continue reading Diabetes Awareness Month : Know More, Do More, Protect Your Vision
Every October, the world comes together to mark World Sight Day, a global initiative led by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) to raise awareness about the importance of eye health. World Sight Day falls on 9 October this year under the global overarching theme “Love Your Eyes.” This year, the focus… Continue reading Love Your Eyes at work: How to protect your vision and boost productivity
For many people, reading, working on a laptop, or scrolling on a phone feels effortless. However, when the eyes cannot work together properly at close range, even simple tasks can become uncomfortable and tiring. This can be caused by a condition known as convergence insufficiency, which affects how the eyes align and coordinate, rather than… Continue reading Convergence Insufficiency: Symptoms, causes, risk factors and treatment
As the new school year begins across the UAE, parents are busy checking off their back-to-school lists: uniforms, supplies, timetables, and lunchboxes. But one important area is often overlooked which is their child’s vision. Good eyesight is essential not only for reading the board or completing homework but also for building confidence, participating in activities,… Continue reading Children’s eye exams in Dubai: A crucial step before the school bell rings
This blog has been authored by Dr.Miguel Morcillo, Consultant Ophthalmologist in Cornea, Cataract and Refractive vision correction surgery. Living in Dubai often means managing a fast-paced lifestyle, long working hours, and exposure to dusty or humid conditions. For many, glasses and contact lenses can become inconvenient or uncomfortable in such an environment. Laser vision correction offers… Continue reading Is LASIK Surgery Right for You? A Guide to Laser Vision Correction in Dubai
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 easily… Continue reading Vision screening for children in Dubai: Why regular check-ups are essential
This blog on Oculoplastic Surgery has been contributed by Dr. Alia Issa, Aesthetic Oculoplastic Surgeon. Medically reviewed on June 2026 Oculoplastic surgery is commonly associated with eyelid rejuvenation, yet the speciality extends far beyond appearance, restoring comfort, protecting the eye’s surface, and, in many cases, helping to improve vision that has been quietly affected over… Continue reading Oculoplastic Surgery in Dubai: Treatments Designed to Protect Vision and Refine 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
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
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
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