Choosing the right ophthalmologist for your needs
Our Ophthalmologists are expert eye specialists in diagnosing, managing, and treating a comprehensive range of eye diseases. These include cataracts, corneal conditions, strabismus, paediatric conditions, glaucoma, retinal disorders, LASIK, genetic eye disorders, ocular oncology, and cosmetic procedures.Subspecialised Eye Care Expertise: Our expert eye specialists are highly subspecialised, focusing on specific eye care areas. This focused expertise allows them to provide the most advanced and precise treatments, ensuring our patients receive expert care tailored to their needs. When it comes to eye surgery, you can trust our renowned eye surgeons to provide the best possible outcomes.
Board-Certified Eye Specialists: All of our eye doctors are board-certified, reflecting their commitment to maintaining the highest standards in clinical excellence. Board certification is a rigorous process that ensures our specialists are qualified and continually update their knowledge and skills in line with the latest advancements in ophthalmology.
Dedicated Departments for Comprehensive Eye Care: To provide the highest standard of care, we have established dedicated departments within our hospital for each subspecialty. These departments are equipped with advanced diagnostic and surgical technologies and supported by multidisciplinary teams who work together to deliver coordinated, compassionate care.
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Dr. Ammar Safar
- Chief Medical Officer and Consultant Ophthalmologist & Vitreoretinal Surgeon
Brief Introduction
Dr. Ammar is the Chief Medical Officer of Moorfields Eye Hospitals UAE and a Consultant Ophthalmologist and Vitreoretinal Surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Ophthalmology at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences and as a GCAA-approved Specialist Aviation Medical Examiner. With extensive clinical, academic, and leadership experience across the United States, Syria, and the United Arab Emirates, Dr. Ammar brings a broad international perspective to his work in ophthalmology and healthcare leadership.
Areas of Expertise
- Vitreoretinal diseases and surgery
- Retinal Detachment surgery
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular hole surgery
- Cataract surgery
- Intravitreal injections
- Retinal vascular diseases and vascular occlusive disorders
- Age-related macular degeneration, including exudative macular degeneration
- Aviation Ophthalmology
Qualifications
- American Board-Certified Ophthalmologist
- Medical degree from Aleppo University, Aleppo, Syria
- Residency training in Ophthalmology at Georgetown University, Washington, DC, USA
- Served as Chief Resident at Georgetown University, Washington, DC, USA
- Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Diseases & Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Centre, Dallas, Texas, USA
Professional Affiliations
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
- American Society of Retina Specialists
- European Society of Retina Specialists
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO)
- Arab-American Medical Association
Research & Academic Work
- Adjunct Professor of Ophthalmology at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU)
- Former Assistant Professor and later Associate Professor and Director of Vitreoretinal Surgery at the Department of Ophthalmology, Jones Eye Institute, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, USA
- Conducted research and clinical trials in diabetic retinopathy and age-related eye diseases
- Research contributed to advances in the management of retinal vascular diseases, including diabetic retinopathy and vascular occlusive disorders
- Research contributed to new approaches for the treatment of exudative macular degeneration
- Inaugural recipient of The Martha Wood Bentley Endowed Chair of Ophthalmology at the University of Arkansas
- Aviation
- Cataract
- Retina
Dr. Alia Issa
- Aesthetic Oculoplastic Surgeon
Brief introduction
Dr Alia Issa is an Aesthetic Oculoplastic Surgeon, specialising in functional and aesthetic surgery of the eyelids and periocular region, as well as non-surgical periocular treatments at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai. She has extensive international experience in Ophthalmology across Germany, the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates.
- General
- Oculoplastics
Dr. Emmanuelle Leys
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in Medical Retina and Cataract Surgery
Dr. Emmanuelle is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai with more than 10 years of international clinical experience. She has practised across several established medical institutions in Belgium, including Saint-Pierre and Brugmann University Hospitals, as well as Tilleriau and EpiCURA hospitals.
Areas of Expertise
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Retinal vascular diseases
- Intravitreal injections
- Retinal fluorescein angiography
- Indocyanine green (ICG) angiography
- Anterior and posterior segment laser treatments
- Cataract surgery
- Medical and laser treatment of glaucoma
- General ophthalmology
Qualifications
- Medical degree with High Honours from Brussels University, Belgium
- International Diploma, European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO)
- Postgraduate Interuniversity Diploma in Ocular Surface Disease from the University of Tours Faculty of Medicine, France
- Postgraduate Interuniversity Diploma in Retinal Diseases from Paris-Est Créteil University, France
- Advanced training in Cataract Surgery at Agarwal Eye Hospital, India
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
- Member of the European Society of Retina Specialists (EURETINA)
Research & Academic Work
- Published research on retinal conditions, including autosomal dominant vitreoretinal choroidopathy and chronic central serous chorioretinopathy
- Recipient of a Brugmann Foundation research grant for work investigating chorioretinopathy in scuba divers
- Presented research at international retina congresses
- Cataract
- Retina
Dr. Fahd Quhill
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in Medical Retina and Ocular inflammatory disease (Uveitis)
Brief intro
Dr. Fahd Quhill is a Consultant Ophthalmologist specialising in Medical Retina and Ocular inflammatory disease at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. He has over 25 years of international experience and trained in Ophthalmology across leading centres in the United Kingdom, including Oxford, Birmingham and London
Areas of Expertise
- Uveitis and ocular inflammatory diseases
- Infectious eye diseases
- Autoimmune diseases affecting the eye
- Complex inflammatory eye disease requiring immunosuppressive treatment
- Diabetic retinal disease
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Inherited retinal diseases
- Retinal vascular diseases
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB), University of Birmingham, UK
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCSEd)
- Member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (MRCOphth)
- Bachelor of Medical Science (BMedSc), University of Birmingham, UK
- Ophthalmology specialist training in Oxford, Birmingham and London, UK
- Three Medical Retina Fellowships completed in Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Moorfields Eye Hospital London, UK
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists
Research & Academic Work
- Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology (Adjunct)
- Principal Investigator in numerous clinical trials investigating macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusion and diabetic macular oedema
- Author of 27 research papers on retinal and ocular inflammatory diseases
- Research published in leading peer-reviewed journals, including Ophthalmology, British Journal of Ophthalmology and Eye
- Cataract
- Retina
- Uveitis
Dr. Hamed Abbasi
- Specialist Ophthalmologist in Cornea and Refractive surgery
Dr. Hamed Abbasi is a Specialist Ophthalmologist at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai, specialising in cornea and refractive surgery. He has 11 years of national and regional experience in ophthalmology, with clinical expertise spanning corneal disease, refractive procedures and cataract surgery.
Areas of Expertise
- Refractive surgery, including PRK, TransPRK, FemtoLASIK and FemtoSMILE
- Implantable Collamer Lenses (ICL)
- Cataract surgery, including multifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs)
- Corneal transplantation, including PKP, DALK, DSAEK and DMEK
- Keratoconus management
- Pterygium surgery
- Dry eye management
- Upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty
Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Board of Ophthalmology Speciality, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the Emirates Society of Ophthalmology
Research & Academic Work
- Published research in the field of cornea in peer-reviewed journals, including the American Journal of Ophthalmology and Eye, the journal of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists
- Serves as a peer reviewer for medical journals, including the American Journal of Ophthalmology and Medicine
- Regularly participates as a speaker and instructor at scientific congresses organised by the Emirates Society of Ophthalmology
- Cataract
- Cornea
- Laser & Refractive Surgery
Dr. Luisa M. Sastre
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in General Ophthalmology and Cataract Surgery
Brief intro
Dr. Luisa Sastre is a Consultant Ophthalmologist in General Ophthalmology and Cataract Surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai, in Dubai Healthcare City. She has a special interest in retinal diseases, including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration, among other retinal problems. She has more than 20 years of regional and international experience across Spain and the UAE, including practice at leading medical institutions in Madrid. Alongside her clinical work, she contributes to humanitarian initiatives providing cataract treatment to patients with limited access to specialist eye care.
Areas of Expertise
- General ophthalmology
- Cataract assessment and surgery
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular degeneration
Qualifications
- Medical degree from Universidad Autónoma Medical School, Spain
- Board Certification in Ophthalmology from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Spain
- Ophthalmology residency at Hospital Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Madrid, Spain
- Board Certification in Intensive Care Medicine
- Intensive Care Medicine residency at Fundacion Jiménez Diaz, Madrid, Spain
- PhD from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Spain
- Master’s degree in Healthcare Organisation Leadership from ESADE Business School, Spain
Professional Affiliations
- Member of Sociedad Española de Oftalmología (SEO)
- Member of Surgical Eye Expeditions International, a nonprofit humanitarian organisation supporting eye care clinics worldwide
Research & Academic Work
- Presented papers at national and international congresses
- Organised educational courses on cataract surgery and medical retina for professional peers and opticians
- Aviation
- Cataract
- General
Dr. Miguel Morcillo
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in Cornea, Cataract and Refractive vision correction surgery
Dr. Miguel Morcillo is a Consultant Ophthalmologist specialising in Cornea, Cataract and Refractive Vision Correction Surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. He has more than 25 years of international experience across Spain, Italy and the UAE, with extensive experience in anterior segment, cataract and refractive surgery.
Areas of Expertise
- Corneal diseases
- Cataract surgery
- Laser Vision correction surgery: LASIK, LASEK, TransPRK and SMILE
- Implantable Collamer Lenses (ICLs)
- Multifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs)
- Keratoconus surgery
Qualifications
- Degree in Medicine from the Universitat de Valencia, Spain
- Ophthalmology Residency completed through the MIR (Médico Interno Residente) programme of the Spanish Ministry of Health
- Advanced training in corneal surgery at NIIOS Eye Institute, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Professional Affiliations
- Member of Sociedad Española de Oftalmología (SEO)
- Member of the Pan-American Association of Ophthalmology (PAAO)
- Member of the European Vitreoretinal Society (EVRS)
- Member of Surgical Eye Expeditions International (SEE International)
Research & Academic Work
- Research in surgical techniques and outcomes, including Ultrathin LASIK, keratoconus screening, ICLs and multifocal IOLs
- Presented research at national and international congresses and in scientific journals
- Organised educational courses on refractive surgery for ophthalmology peers and opticians
- Experienced educator of surgeons in anterior segment and refractive surgery
- Contributed to the development and implementation of refractive treatments including LASIK, LASEK, ICLs and multifocal IOLs
- Cataract
- Cornea
- Laser & Refractive Surgery
Dr. Osama Giledi
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in Cataract, Cornea and Refractive Vision Correction Surgery
Brief intro
Dr. Osama Giledi is a highly experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist in cornea, ocular surface disorders, cataract and refractive surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City.
He has more than 28 years of clinical and surgical experience in the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates. His practice encompasses advanced corneal therapeutics, complex corneal disease management, complex cataract surgery and laser vision correction. He has performed more than 28,000 refractive surgery procedures, with a strong focus on achieving safe, precise and individualised visual outcomes.
Areas of Expertise
Cataract & Premium Lens Surgery
- Advanced phacoemulsification cataract surgery
- Premium intraocular lenses, including toric, multifocal and extended-depth-of-focus (EDOF) lenses
- Full-thickness and partial-thickness corneal transplantation
- SALK, DALK and DSAEK procedures
- Management of complex corneal disorders
- Advanced surgical and non-surgical corneal therapeutics
Laser Vision Correction & Refractive Surgery
- SMILE
- Femto-LASIK
- PRK and TransPRK
- Phakic intraocular lenses, including ICL
Keratoconus Management
- Corneal cross-linking
- Intracorneal ring segments
- Complex laser treatments
- Corneal transplantation
Ocular Surface & External Eye Disease
- Severe dry eye disease
- Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD)
- Pterygium
- Limbal stem cell deficiency
- Ocular surface reconstruction
- Amniotic membrane grafting
- Pterygium excision with conjunctival autograft and fibrin glue techniques
Qualifications & Specialist Training
- MBBCh, Medical Degree, Libya
- Specialist Ophthalmology Training, United Kingdom
- FRCSEd (Ophthalmology), Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK
- Certification in Refractive Surgery, Royal College of Ophthalmologists, London, UK
- Six-month Clinical Fellowship in Cornea and External Eye Disease, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle, UK
- Two-year Higher Subspecialty Fellowship in Anterior Segment, Cornea and Refractive Surgery, Corneoplastic Unit and Eye Bank, Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead, UK
Professional Affiliations
- Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK
- United Kingdom & Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons ( UKISCRS)
- European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS)
- Emirates Ophthalmology Society (ESO)
- Member, UAE National Organ and Tissue Program Corneal Transplant Committee
Research & Academic Work
- Associate Professor of Ophthalmology (Adjunct) at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU)
- Extensive experience in ophthalmic teaching and surgical trainingin
- Presenter at national and international ophthalmology meetings
- Author of research published in peer-reviewed scientific journals
- Aviation
- Cataract
- Cornea
- Laser & Refractive Surgery
Dr. Salman Waqar
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in Adult and Paediatric Glaucoma and Cataract surgery
Brief intro
Dr. Salman Waqar is an experienced consultant ophthalmologist specialising in the treatment of adult and paediatric glaucoma and cataracts at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. He has more than 20 years of International clinical experience in the United Kingdom, including consultant and clinical leadership roles across several leading eye care institutions.
Areas of Expertise
- Adult and paediatric glaucoma
- Medical, laser and surgical management of glaucoma
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), including iStent, KDB, GATT and ECP
- Glaucoma filtration surgery, including augmented trabeculectomy
- Aqueous shunt devices, including PAUL Implant, Ahmed ClearPath, Ahmed Valve, Baerveldt Tube and PRESERFLO
- Glaucoma laser treatments, including Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty, Laser Iridotomy and Cyclodiode Laser
- Microincisional and sutureless cataract surgery
- Cataract surgery using monofocal, toric, multifocal and extended depth of field intraocular lenses
- Cataract surgery for aviation professionals
- General ophthalmology, including dry eye, blepharitis, eye pain and decreased vision
- GCAA-accredited specialist aeromedical examinations
Qualifications
- Medical degree completed in Pakistan University of Health Sciences, Lahore, PakistanCertificate of Completion of Training (CCT), UK
- Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (FRCOphth), UK
- Subspecialty training in glaucoma at the West of England Eye Unit, Exeter, UK
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the United Kingdom and Eire Glaucoma Society (UKEGS)
- Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRCS)
- Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- Full registration with License to Practice with the General Medical Council, UK
Research & Academic Work
- Associate Professor of Ophthalmology (Adjunct) at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU)
- Former Honorary Fellow at Plymouth University (UK), involved in the training of doctors and surgeons
- Research focused on improving patient outcomes with minimally invasive glaucoma surgery
- Research using virtual reality simulation to investigate surgeon performance
- Contributed to the development of innovative surgical instruments designed to improve patient safety
- Published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, including the British Journal of Ophthalmology and the Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery
- Regular presenter at national and international ophthalmology meetings
- Recipient of multiple research grants
- Co-author of four medical textbooks
- Surgical skills instructor for minimally invasive glaucoma surgery courses
- Instructor on microsurgical skills courses with the Royal College of Ophthalmologists
- Nominated for the Peninsula School of Ophthalmology Regional Trainer of the Year Award in 2019 (UK)
- Aviation
- Cataract
- Glaucoma
Dr. Salma Yassine
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult & Paediatric Neuro-ophthalmology
Dr. Salma Yassine is a Consultant Ophthalmologist in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult and Paediatric Neuro-Ophthalmology at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. With international clinical experience in Lebanon and the United States, Dr. Salma has completed advanced fellowship training in neuro-ophthalmology, paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. Her combined expertise enables her to assess eye conditions involving children’s vision, eye alignment and the relationship between the eyes, optic nerves and brain.
She also holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Operations from Harvard Medical School, complementing her clinical expertise with advanced training in healthcare delivery and management.
Areas of Expertise
- Paediatric ophthalmology
- Adult neuro-ophthalmology
- Paediatric neuro-ophthalmology
- Children’s eye care
- Squint and eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Neuro-ophthalmic assessment
- Eye, optic nerve and brain-related visual conditions
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science with High Distinction from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- Medical degree from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- Ophthalmology residency at the American University of Beirut Medical Center, Lebanon
- Fellowship in Neuro-Ophthalmology at the University of Minnesota, USA
- Fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus at Children’s National Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA
- Master’s degree in Clinical Operations from Harvard Medical School, USA
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS)
- Member of the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society (NANOS)
- Member of the Lebanese Ophthalmological Society (LOS)
Research & Academic Work
- Research in intracranial hypertension and nanophthalmos
- Published research on nystagmus and nanophthalmos in leading scientific journals
- Neuro-Ophthalmology
- Paediatrics & Strabismus
Dr. Suhair Twaij
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in Adult & Paediatric Strabismus Surgery, Paediatric Ophthalmology, Adult Cataract Surgery
Brief intro
Dr Suhair Twaij is a Consultant Ophthalmologist with expertise in adult and paediatric Strabismus surgery, Paediatric Ophthalmology, adult Cataract Surgery and General Ophthalmology at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. She has more than 20 years of regional and international experience in ophthalmology, including the UK and UAE.
Areas of Expertise
- Adult and paediatric strabismus (squint) surgery using adjustable surgery technique
- Complex strabismus surgery, including adjustable suture techniques where appropriate
- General paediatric ophthalmology, including eyelid disorders and watery eyes, including probing and syringing with and without tubes and developmental cataract.
- Myopia management.
- Double vision management using prisms, surgical treatment, and others.
- Adult cataract surgery phacoemulsification with intraocular lens implantation.
- Botox treatment for strabismus and double vision.
- Botox treatment for blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm
- General ophthalmology disorders for adults, including eyelid disorders, dry eye disease, blepharoplasty upper eyelid, diabetic retinopathy assessment and others
- YAG laser for capsular opacification
Qualifications
- Medical degree from Baghdad University Medical School, Iraq
- Ophthalmology specialist training in England and Northern Ireland, UK
- Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Ophthalmology, UK
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (FRCOphth)
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow in Ophthalmology (FRCS Ophth Glasg)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Cataract & Refractive Surgery, University of Ulster UK
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth)
- Member of the British & Irish Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Association (BIPOSA)
- Member of the European Strabismological Association (ESA)
Research & Academic Work
- Published research indexed in MEDLINE across a range of ophthalmology topics
- Research includes medical retina, paediatric ophthalmology and oculoplastics
- Aviation
- Cataract
- Paediatrics & Strabismus
Dr. Tulika Kar
- Specialist Ophthalmologist in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP), and Paediatric and Adult Cataract Surgery
Dr. Tulika is a Specialist Ophthalmologist in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP), and Paediatric and Adult Cataract Surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai. She has more than 26 years of clinical and surgical experience across regional and international healthcare settings, including 10 years in the UAE. She has performed more than 500 paediatric procedures, including strabismus and cataract surgery, as well as over 28,000 adult Cataract surgeries.
She also has a special interest and expertise in screening, diagnosis, retinal laser treatment, and intravitreal anti-VEGF therapy for Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP); she has been a member of the Emirates Society of Ophthalmology Taskforce for ROP Management Guidelines and collaborated on the consensus statement on ROP management in the UAE.
Areas of expertise
Paediatric Ophthalmology
Paediatric & Adult Squint (Strabismus)
Retinopathy of Prematurity
Adult & Paediatric Cataract Surgery
Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
Progressive Myopia Management
Probing of Lacrimal Apparatus
Qualifications
- MS (Ophthalmology) from Meerut University, India
- FRCS Ophthalmology (Glasgow)
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)
- Fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus
- Fellowship in Phacoemulsification and General Ophthalmology
Professional Affiliations
- American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- World Society of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
Research and Academic work
- Research in paediatric cataract
- Research in strabismus and ocular motility disorders
- Research into ophthalmic complications affecting premature and neurologically vulnerable children
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals
- Presented research at national and international conferences, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), World Society of Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (WSPOS) and Emirates Society of Ophthalmology (ESO)
- Cataract
- Paediatrics & Strabismus
Dr. Muhammad Irfan Khan
- Consultant Ophthalmic surgeon in Paediatric Ophthalmology and adult Strabismus
Dr. Muhammad Irfan Khan is a highly experienced consultant Ophthalmic surgeon specialising in Paediatric Ophthalmology at Moorfields Eye Hospitals in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
He earned three postgraduate degrees from the Royal College of Ophthalmologists London: DRCOphth, MRCOphth, and FRCOphth in 2013, along with a Paediatric Ophthalmology fellowship from the renowned Hospital for Sick Children, SickKids, Toronto, Canada.
With over 20 years of clinical and surgical experience, Dr. Irfan has practised in several countries, including Ireland, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the UAE. His career includes roles at institutions such as the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital in Dublin, Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, SickKids in Toronto, and Sheikh Khalifa Medical City in Abu Dhabi.
His subspecialty training includes managing complex paediatric eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, and retinopathy of prematurity. He is also experienced in paediatric anterior segment reconstruction and common paediatric oculoplastics.
For adult patients, Dr. Irfan is particularly adept in performing adjustable suture squint surgeries, a technique that allows for precise postoperative alignment adjustments. This approach significantly improves outcomes for adults undergoing strabismus surgery, enhancing both visual function and cosmetic results.
He has undertaken research in the field of Ophthalmology and has published ten research papers and one book chapter in Childhood neurology.
He is a member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists London and an International member of the American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. In 2015, he received the JD Moran Award from the Hospital of Sick Children in Toronto, Canada.
- Cataract
- Paediatrics & Strabismus
Dr. Ithar Alkheder
- Specialist general Ophthalmologist
Brief intro
Dr. Ithar is a specialist general ophthalmologist at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai. He has more than 15 years of regional and international experience in Syria and the United Arab Emirates, with expertise in ophthalmic assessment and managing a broad range of eye conditions in adults and children.
Areas of Expertise
- Anterior segment conditions affecting the eyelids, conjunctiva, cornea and lens
- Dry eye disease
- Posterior segment conditions affecting the retina, vitreous and optic nerve
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Lacrimal passage disorders
- Uveitis screening
- Glaucoma screening
- Vision assessment and treatment for adults and children
- Cataract treatment
- Pterygium treatment
- Chalazion treatment
Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine and Masters in Ophthalmology, University of Aleppo
- Syrian Board Certification in Ophthalmology
- Diploma in Paediatric Optometry and Ocular, Isabel University, Spain
- Medical Retina Training, Aleppo Eye Surgery Hospital, Syria
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- Member of the European Society of Retina Specialists (EURETINA)
- Member of the International Society of Refractive Surgery (ISRS)
Research & Academic Work
- Research in the diagnosis and treatment of corneal ulcers at Aleppo Eye Surgery Hospital
- Published research in medical journals
- Presented at international ophthalmology conferences
- Research and presentations have included penetrating glaucoma surgery
- General
Dr. Alaa Bou Ghannam
- Visiting Specialist Ophthalmologist in Neuro-Ophthalmology, Paediatric Ophthalmology, Paediatric Glaucoma & Adult Strabismus
Brief intro
Dr. Alaa is a visiting specialist in neuro-ophthalmology, paediatric ophthalmology, paediatric glaucoma, and adult strabismus at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai. He has more than 10 years of regional and international experience in countries including Lebanon, the United States and the United Arab Emirates.
Areas of Expertise
- Neuro-ophthalmology
- Paediatric ophthalmology
- Paediatric glaucoma
- Adult strabismus
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science with High Distinction from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- Medical degree from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- Ophthalmology residency at the American University of Beirut Medical Centre
- Fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus at Children’s National Health System and George Washington Hospital, Washington DC, USA
- Fellowship in Neuro-Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado, USA
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- Member of the Lebanese Ophthalmological Society (LOS)
- Member of the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society (NANOS)
- Member of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS)
Research & Academic Work
- Research in clinical ophthalmology and neurology
- Published more than a dozen research papers and book chapters
- Research topics include strabismus, optic nerve diseases, paediatric glaucoma, paediatric ophthalmology, ocular electrophysiology and nystagmus
- Published in leading medical journals
- Neuro-Ophthalmology
- Paediatrics & Strabismus
Dr. Avinash Gurbaxani
- Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Uveitis and Medical Retinal Diseases and Cataract Surgery
Brief intro
Dr. Avinash is a visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Uveitis, Medical Retina & Cataract surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai.
He has more than 25 years of regional and international experience including the United Kingdom, Australia and the United Arab Emirates. He is currently the Medical Retina Lead for Moorfields South and Clinical Director for Moorfields at St. George’s Hospital in London.
He has a private practice at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, Welbeck Clinic and Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai.
Areas of Expertise
- Uveitis and inflammatory eye diseases
- Complex inflammatory eye diseases requiring immunosuppressive treatment
- Diabetic retinal disease
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Retinal vascular diseases
- Medical retinal diseases
- Cataract surgery including premium intraocular lenses
- Complex cataract surgery associated with inflammatory and retinal eye diseases
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, India
- Diploma in Ophthalmic Medicine and Surgery, India
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in Ophthalmology
- Ophthalmology training in Oxford and London, UK
- Medical Retina and Uveitis Fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK
- Medical Retina and Uveitis Fellowship at Sydney Eye Hospital, Australia
Professional Affiliations
- Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth)
- Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCS Ed)
- American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
Research & Academic Work
- Experienced in initiating ophthalmology research projects
- Experience in conducting clinical trials
- Regularly publishes research papers.
Regularly presents research at national and international conferences
- Cataract
- Retina
- Uveitis
Dr. Christiane Al Haddad
- Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus
Brief Intro
Dr. Christiane is a visiting Professor of Ophthalmology, specialised in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai.
She is currently the division head of paediatric ophthalmology at the American University of Beirut in Lebanon, with more than 20 years of regional and international experience across Lebanon and the United States, and advanced subspecialty training at Children’s National Medical Centre and Duke Eye Centre.
Areas of Expertise
- Paediatric ophthalmology
- Lazy eye (Amblyopia)
- Squint (strabismus)
- Progressive myopia
- Paediatric cataracts and glaucoma
- Paediatric genetic eye diseases
- Retinoblastoma
- Adult strabismus, thyroid eye disease and cranial nerve palsies
Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- Ophthalmology Residency at the American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- Fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology at Children’s National Medical Centre, Washington, DC, USA
- Fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus at Duke Eye Centre, Durham, North Carolina, USA
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the American Association for Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
- Member of the International Strabismological Association
- Member of the Costenbader Society
Research & Academic Work
- Professor of Ophthalmology and Director of the Paediatric Ophthalmology Division at the Ophthalmology Department, American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- Established the retinoblastoma programme with the oncology team at the Children’s Cancer Centre of the American University of Beirut in collaboration with St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, USA
- Conducted extensive research in paediatric ophthalmology with more than 80 publications in peer-reviewed journals on topics of amblyopia, strabismus, genetic eye diseases, retinoblastoma, congenital glaucoma, vision screening, eye-tracking technology and machine learning models
- Research published in leading journals including the British Journal of Ophthalmology, American Journal of Ophthalmology, Journal of AAPOS, Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus and Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology
- Paediatrics & Strabismus
Dr. Khalid Alkhayat
- Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Oculoplastic Surgery
Brief Intro
Dr Khalid Alkhayat is a Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist specialising in oculoplastic surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. He has more than 12 years of regional and international experience across the UAE, Ireland and Germany.
Areas of Expertise
- Oculoplastic surgery
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
- German Board-Certified Ophthalmologist (Facharzt)
- Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the Emirates Society of Ophthalmology (ESO)
- Oculoplastics
Dr. Muhammad Amjad
- Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Adult and Paediatric Retinal diseases and Cataract surgery
Brief Introduction
Dr. Muhammad Amjad is a highly experienced Consultant ophthalmic surgeon, specialising in retinal diseases in adults and children and advanced cataract surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai, in Dubai Healthcare City. He has a particular sub-specialist interest in children’s retinal conditions, bringing specialist paediatric retina expertise that is not widely available in the region.
He brings more than 15 years of international clinical experience, having completed his specialist ophthalmology training in the UK, together with fellowship training in Medical and Surgical Retina at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, and in Paediatric Retina at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, London
Areas of Expertise
- Adult and paediatric retinal diseases
- Retinal detachments
- Macular holes
- Age Related Macular Degeneration
- Retinal vascular diseases
- Epiretinal Membranes
- Vitreous Haemorrhage
- Uveitis
- Inherited retinal disorders (IRD)
- Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
- Central Serous Chorioretinopathy (CSCR)
- Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy (FEVR)
- Adult and paediatric cataract surgery
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), University of Health Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan
- Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), General Medical Council, UK
- Fellowship in Medical Retina, Uveitis & Oncology at Moorfields Eye Hospital London, UK
- Fellowship in Surgical Retina at Moorfields Eye Hospital London, UK
- Fellowship in Paediatric Retina at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, London, UK
- Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (FRCOphth)
Professional Affiliations
- British and Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons (BEAVRS)
- European Society of Retina Specialists (EURETINA)
- American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS)
- American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- British & Irish Paediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus Association (BIPOSA)
Research & Academic Work
- Active involvement in retinal research
- Published peer-reviewed research on Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) and Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy (FEVR)
- Research published in international ophthalmology journals
- Cataract
- Retina
Dr. Nadim Habash
- Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Cornea, Ocular Surface Diseases, and General Ophthalmology
Brief Introduction
Dr. Nadim Habash is a visiting American Board-Certified Consultant Ophthalmologist specialising in Cornea, Ocular Surface Diseases, and General Ophthalmology at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. He has more than 40 years of international experience across the United States, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, including senior clinical, leadership and academic roles.
Areas of Expertise
- Corneal diseases
- Ocular surface diseases
- Anterior segment diseases
- General ophthalmology
Qualifications
- American Board-Certified Ophthalmologist
- Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology
- Residency ophthalmology training at George Washington University, Washington, DC, USA
- Served as Chief Resident at George Washington University
- Fellowship in Cornea and External Disease at the University of Florida, Gainesville, USA
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada, FRCS(C)
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
Research & Academic Work
- Published research on corneal transplantation
- Chaired scientific conferences and symposia
- Extensive experience teaching medical students and ophthalmology residents
- Held academic positions during his career, including the University of Ohio at Toledo, USA and King Saud University at Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Cornea
- General
Dr. Qasiem Nasser
- Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Oculoplastic Surgery
Dr. Qasiem is a visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist, specialising in Oculoplastic surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. He has over 20 years of experience in Ophthalmology, including in Ireland, the United States, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates.
Areas of Expertise
- Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Adult and paediatric eyelid surgery
- Orbital surgery
- Tear drainage system surgery
- Laser-assisted cataract surgery
Qualifications
- Medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland
- Ophthalmology residency at the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
- Fellowship in Ophthalmic Plastic and Orbital Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, and Texas Oculoplastic Consultants, Austin, USA
- Fellowship in Cornea, Cataract and Anterior Segment Surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (MRCOphth), UK
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCS Ed)
- Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
Research & Academic Work
- Active researcher with multiple manuscripts published in peer-reviewed journals
- Lectured at national and international ophthalmology meetings, including those of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the World Ophthalmology Congress
- Oculoplastics
Dr. Rafic Antonios
- Visiting Specialist Oculoplastic Surgeon
Brief Introduction
Dr Rafic Antonios is a Visiting Specialist Oculoplastic Surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. He has extensive regional and international experience across Lebanon, Canada and the UAE. His practice focuses on reconstructive and cosmetic procedures involving the structures around the eye.
Areas of Expertise
- Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Cosmetic periocular procedures
- Eyelid surgery, including blepharoplasty
- Orbital conditions and surgery
- Lacrimal and tear drainage system conditions and surgery
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science with Distinction from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- Medical degree from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- Ophthalmology residency at the American University of Beirut Medical Center
- Fellowship in Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Montreal, Canada
- Fellowship in Craniomaxillofacial Trauma at the University of Montreal, Canada
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society
- Member of the Lebanese Ophthalmological Society (LOS)
Research & Academic Work
- Author of 28 publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Presented posters and research at national and international conferences
- Oculoplastics
Dr. Rola Ba-Abbad
- Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Genetic Eye Diseases and Medical Retina
Brief Introduction
Dr. Rola Ba-Abbad is a Consultant Ophthalmologist in genetic eye disease, including inherited retinal disorders for adults and children, and medical retina at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. She has more than 10 years of regional and international experience across Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom and Canada.
Areas of Expertise
- Genetic eye diseases
- Inherited retinal disorders in adults and children
- Medical retina
- Electrophysiology of vision
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from King Saud University, Saudi Arabia
- Specialist ophthalmology training at King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital and affiliated hospitals in Riyadh
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (FRCS)
- PhD from University College London, UK
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO)
Research & Academic Work
- Research in inherited retinal disorders, visual neuroscience, clinical psychophysics and electrophysiology of vision
- Published research on retinal and corneal disorders in leading peer-reviewed journals, including Ophthalmology and Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science
- Recipient of the Foundation Fighting Blindness Diana Davis Spencer Clinical Research Fellowship Award
- Genetics
- Retina
Dr. Wajiha Kheir
- Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Medical Retina and Ocular Oncology
Dr. Wajiha Kheir is a visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist, specialised in Medical Retina and Ocular Oncology at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. She has more than eight years of regional and international experience across Lebanon and the United States, with advanced subspecialty training at Duke Eye Center, Duke University School of Medicine.
Areas of Expertise
- Medical retina
- Ocular oncology
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Radiation retinopathy
- Retinal degenerations
- Electrophysiology of vision
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Biology with High Distinction from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- Recipient of the Penrose Award
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- Internal Medicine internship at the American University of Beirut Medical Center, Lebanon
- Ophthalmology residency at the American University of Beirut Medical Center, Lebanon
- Fellowship in Medical Retina at Duke Eye Center, Duke University School of Medicine, USA
- Fellowship in Ocular Oncology with Clinical Pathology Concentration at Duke Eye Center, Duke University School of Medicine, USA
Professional Affiliations
- Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society
- American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- International Society of Ocular Oncology (ISOO)
Research & Academic Work
- Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at American University of Beirut
- Author of 18 peer-reviewed journal articles
- Author of 10 book chapters
- Research presented in more than 40 poster and paper presentations at regional and international conferences
- Research interests include age-related macular degeneration, Ocular oncology, radiation retinopathy, retinal degenerations and electrophysiology of vision
- Ocular Oncology
- Retina
Dr. Ziad Bashshur
- Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Medical & Surgical Retina
Brief Introduction
Dr. Ziad Bashshur is a visiting Ophthalmologist specialising in Medical and Surgical Retina at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. He has more than 25 years of regional and international experience in vitreoretinal diseases and surgery across Lebanon and the United States.
Areas of Expertise
- Medical retina
- Surgical retina
- Vitreoretinal diseases and surgery
Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- Internal Medicine internship at Georgetown/VA Medical Center, USA
- Ophthalmology residency at the American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- Vitreoretinal Fellowship at the University of Virginia, USA
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS)
- Member of the Retina Society
- Member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Research & Academic Work
- Tenured Professor and Vice-Chairman of Ophthalmology at the American University of Beirut
- Published more than 60 research papers on retinal diseases
- Research areas include macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular diseases and retinal imaging
- Regular speaker at professional ophthalmology meetings worldwide
- Serves on the review boards of several peer-reviewed ophthalmology journals
- Serves on several medical industry advisory boards
- Retina
Dr. Ziad Khoueir
- Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Adult Glaucoma and Cataract surgery
Brief Introduction
Dr. Ziad Khoueir is a visiting Consultant ophthalmologist specialising in adult glaucoma and cataract surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. He has more than 10 years of regional and international experience, with advanced clinical and research training across Lebanon, France and the United States.
Areas of Expertise
- Adult glaucoma
- Cataract surgery
Qualifications
- Medical degree from Saint-Joseph University, Beirut, Lebanon
- Ophthalmology residency at Hôtel-Dieu de France Hospital, Lebanon
- Postdoctoral Clinical and Research Fellowship at the Glaucoma Institute, UPMC-Sorbonne University, Paris, France
- Postdoctoral Clinical and Research Fellowship at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA
- Glaucoma Subspecialty Diploma from the European Board of Ophthalmology
Professional Affiliations
- Co-Chair of the Associate Advisory Board of the World Glaucoma Association
- Member of the Associate Advisory Board of the International Society of Glaucoma Surgery
Research & Academic Work
- Associate Director of the Glaucoma Division at Beirut Eye & ENT Specialist Hospital, Lebanon
- Clinical Instructor and Lecturer at Saint-Joseph University Medical School, Beirut, Lebanon
- Research Collaborator at the Mayo Clinic Department of Ophthalmology, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
- Research focused on innovative approaches to glaucoma diagnosis and management, including minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), glaucoma laser treatments and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) imaging
- Published more than 35 research papers and book chapters on glaucoma
- Invited to lecture and present his work at regional and international meetings in more than 20 countries
- Cataract
- Glaucoma
Dr. Esmaeil Arbabi
- Medical Director and
Dr. Esmaeil Mohammad Arbabi is a Consultant Ophthalmologist with excellent surgical experience including all types of corneal transplants (DMEK, DSAEK, PDEK, DALK, PKP), ocular surface reconstruction, complex cataract and laser refractive surgery.
Prior to joining Moorfields Eye Hospital Center, he was Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon (Cornea, Cataract & Laser Refractive Surgery) and the Lead for Refractive Services at Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Dr. Esmaeil holds several prestigious degrees and certifications in the field of cataract and refractive surgery including MSc in Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Certificate in Laser and Refractive Surgery (CertLRS) from Royal College of Ophthalmologist and Fellow of European Board of Ophthalmology Subspecialty Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery (FEBOS-CR).
He is a member of Royal College of Ophthalmologists, European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, European Board of Ophthalmology, UK Cross-Linking Consortium, EYE -LAW CHAMBERS – Medicolegal Expert and Expert, Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL).
He is instrumental in high quality papers in various peer reviewed journals and numerous scientific and ophthalmology publications. He is also an examiner for the University of Leeds and the University of Liverpool and for the European Board of Ophthalmologist (FEBO exam).
- Cataract
- Cornea
- Laser & Refractive Surgery
Dr. Alaa A. Mohamed Abou Attawan
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in Retina, Uveitis and Diabetic Retinopathy
Dr. Alaa A. Mohamed Abou Attawan has 15 years of experience in Ophthalmology. He is joining us from Moorfields Eye Centre at Bedford Hospital, United Kingdom, where he was a Consultant Ophthalmologist (Retina). Prior to that, he practiced in Tawam Hospital – Al Ain for 5 years where he set up the foundation and established the Retina service in Al Ain City – UAE.
In his role at Moorfields Eye Hospital Center Abu Dhabi, Dr. Attawan will be working as Consultant Ophthalmologist.
Dr. Attawan graduated from University of Aden, Yemen in 2002 obtaining his Bachelor of Medicine degree. Following his graduation, he moved to the UK to pursue his foundation medical training and further specialty training program in Ophthalmology at the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Yorkshire and the Humber School of Ophthalmology working across various hospitals in the UK such as Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and Royal Victoria Infirmary from 2008 till 2015. Upon completion of his training, Dr Attawan was awarded the Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT).
He was also a Vitreo Retinal Surgery Fellow at Nottingham University Hospitals, UK from 2015 till 2016.
Dr. Attawan has been a Member since 2008 and a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists since 2014. Dr Attawan was a former associate Tutor of the Royal College of Ophthalmologist in London and is actively involved in teaching and research. He has 10 Publications in various prestigious journals and is a well-known speaker at national and regional levels.
He was also one of the Top 10 consultant nominated by SEHA 2022 and he was the Retina service lead and co-founder of Retina service in Al Ain city UAE
Dr. Attawan’s scope of practice covers Cataract surgery, Diabetic eye disease, Retinal Vein occlusion, age-related macular degeneration, emergency eye trauma, and surgery. primary and complex Retinal detachment surgery. Macular hole and Membrane peel surgery.
Dr. Alaa is a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (FRCOphth).
- Cataract
- Retina
Dr. Syed M. Asad Ali
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in Paediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus (squint) and Cataract Surgery
Syed Ali is a Consultant Paediatric Ophthalmologist with extensive experience in the management of all paediatric eye conditions including congenital eye diseases, paediatric cataracts, paediatric glaucoma, trauma and all types of squints in children and adults.
Syed works with advanced technology and techniques. He has over 10 years of extensive experience in screening and treating retinopathy of prematurity with retinal laser and intravitreal anti VEGF injection. He has wealth of experience in phacoemulsification procedures.
Syed Ali trained and has practiced in the UK and Pakistan and has over 18 years of experience in ophthalmology. After completing his basic specialist training, he undertook a fellowship in paediatric ophthalmology and ocular motility at the world renowned Wolverhampton Eye Infirmary, UK. His training in Pakistan and the UK is recognised by the General Medical Council (GMC) and was placed on specialist register.
In addition to his clinical experience, Syed has undertaken published original research and teaching in his specialist area, including as an assistant professor of ophthalmology at the Pakistan Institute of Ophthalmology.
He is a member of several professional bodies including The Royal College of Ophthalmologists, American Academy of Ophthalmology, The British Medical Association, Medical Defense Union and Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh.
- Cataract
- Paediatrics & Strabismus
Dr. Muhammad Irfan Khan
- Consultant Ophthalmic surgeon in Paediatric Ophthalmology and adult Strabismus
Dr. Muhammad Irfan Khan is a highly experienced consultant Ophthalmic surgeon specialising in Paediatric Ophthalmology at Moorfields Eye Hospitals in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
He earned three postgraduate degrees from the Royal College of Ophthalmologists London: DRCOphth, MRCOphth, and FRCOphth in 2013, along with a Paediatric Ophthalmology fellowship from the renowned Hospital for Sick Children, SickKids, Toronto, Canada.
With over 20 years of clinical and surgical experience, Dr. Irfan has practised in several countries, including Ireland, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the UAE. His career includes roles at institutions such as the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital in Dublin, Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, SickKids in Toronto, and Sheikh Khalifa Medical City in Abu Dhabi.
His subspecialty training includes managing complex paediatric eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, and retinopathy of prematurity. He is also experienced in paediatric anterior segment reconstruction and common paediatric oculoplastics.
For adult patients, Dr. Irfan is particularly adept in performing adjustable suture squint surgeries, a technique that allows for precise postoperative alignment adjustments. This approach significantly improves outcomes for adults undergoing strabismus surgery, enhancing both visual function and cosmetic results.
He has undertaken research in the field of Ophthalmology and has published ten research papers and one book chapter in Childhood neurology.
He is a member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists London and an International member of the American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. In 2015, he received the JD Moran Award from the Hospital of Sick Children in Toronto, Canada.
- Cataract
- Paediatrics & Strabismus
Dr. Aseel Ghanem
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in Medical Retina
Dr. Aseel Ghanem is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Moorfields Eye Hospital Abu Dhabi and Imperial College London Diabetes Centre (ICLDC) with more than 8 years of experience. She is experienced in refractive surgeries, medical retina, lacrimal surgeries, pterygium excision with graft, squint surgery, eyelid laceration repair & more.
She completed her medical degree from Mutah University, Jordan in 2012 and completed her residency from Ibn Al Haytham Hospital, Jordan. She is a fellow of International Council of Ophthalmology.
- Retina
Dr. Usman Mahmood
- Consultant, Ophthalmologist
Dr. Usman Mahmood is a Consultant Ophthalmologist with extensive experience in vitreoretinal surgery, sutureless advanced cataract surgery, advanced Diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment repairs, macular holes, epiretinal membranes and ocular trauma involving posterior segment.
Dr. Usman is a fellow in FRCS (Ophthalmology) Royal college of Surgeons Edinburgh UK, FRCS (Ophthalmology) Royal College of Surgeons and Physicians of Glasgow UK, MRCOphth Royal College of Ophthalmologists London UK. He obtained Certificate of Specialist training in Ophthalmic Surgery from Royal College of surgeons in Ireland. He is a fellow in Vitreoretinal Surgery from Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, Manchester, UK.
Dr. Usman is also a member European Society of Vitreoretinal Surgeons and a Life member of Ophthalmic Society of Pakistan.
- Cataract
- Retina
Dr. Omar Rafiq
- Consultant, Ophthalmologist Specialised in small incision cataract surgery and advanced glaucoma surgery
Dr. Omar Rafiq is a Consultant Ophthalmologist specialised in small incision cataract surgery (phacoemulsification) and advanced glaucoma surgery including MIGS ( Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery ). He has performed over 10,000 surgical procedures.
Dr. Omar is a graduate of the University of Leeds Medical School – obtaining his MBChB, from the United Kingdom. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists – UK (FRCOphth) and holds a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) and is on the General Medical Council Specialist Register for Ophthalmology. Following the CCT, he completed an advanced fellowship in glaucoma and complex cataract at the Western Eye Hospital in London. He also completed his Postgraduate Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery from the University of Ulster with a Distinction grade. He has more than 15 years of experience in the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates. Among many other experiences, he was the youngest Director of the NSPCC at a regional level from 1998 to 2000 and a Special Constable Police Officer with South Yorkshire Police from 2000 to 2005.
He has done a great deal of research, clinical trials, published and lectured on his areas of expertise.
- Cataract
- Glaucoma
Dr. Raef Emile
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in
Dr. Raef Emile Hanna Guirguis is our Consultant Ophthalmologist at Moorfields Eye Hospital Abu Dhabi based at Imperial College Diabetes & Endocrine Centre, Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi. Dr. Raef completed his primary healthcare services in 2000, Dr. Raef received extensive training as an intern ophthalmologist in Gamal Abdel-Nasser Hospital, which is one of the most heavily laden tertiary referral centres in Alexandria, Egypt. Following this he completed his fellowship at the Alexandria Faculty of Medicine where he undertook his MD studies involving advanced surgical and medical retina subspecialities. He has a wealth of exceptional surgical skills and experience in providing healthcare for ophthalmic patients, with special skills in the field of vitreo-retinal surgery. Dr. Raef has a proven track record of experience in the fields of surgical management of diabetic retinopathy, cataract and retinal detachment for more than 30 years.
- Cataract
- Glaucoma
- Retina