Dr. Avinash Gurbaxani
MB BS, DOMS, FRCS (Ed) (Ophth)
- Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Uveitis and Medical Retinal Diseases and Cataract Surgery
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Brief Introduction
Dr. Avinash is a visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Uveitis, Medical Retina & Cataract surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare city. 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.
Areas of Expertise
- Uveitis and inflammatory eye diseases
- 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
- Complex inflammatory eye diseases requiring immunosuppressive treatment
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
- Member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth)
- Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCS Ed)
- Member of the 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
Services Provided by Dr. Avinash Gurbaxani
Retina services
Adult & paediatric cataracts
Uveitis Service
About Uveitis
Uveitis refers to inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye, which includes the iris, ciliary body, and choroid. This layer plays a vital role in supplying blood to the eye. Uveitis can affect people of all ages, including children, adolescents, and adults and may present with a range of symptoms depending on the underlying cause.
Although uveitis is uncommon, it accounts for an estimated 10–15% of blindness cases, making early diagnosis and careful management essential. With timely and appropriate treatment, many individuals with uveitis can maintain good vision. Due to its complexity, uveitis is best managed by an ophthalmologist with expertise in ocular inflammatory diseases.
At Moorfields Eye Hospitals, our Uveitis specialists in Dubai or Abu Dhabi provide expert care for individuals with uveitis. Through a detailed assessment of your eye health, medical history, and systemic risk factors, our specialists tailor treatment plans to your condition to manage inflammation effectively and protect your long-term vision.
