Dr. Raef Emile
MBBChMS
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in
- Cataracts and Vitreoretinal Surgery
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Brief Introduction
Dr. Raef Emile Hanna Guirguis is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Moorfields Eye Hospital Abu Dhabi, based at the Imperial College London Diabetes and Endocrine Centre in Zayed Sports City. He has more than 30 years of experience, with particular skill in vitreoretinal surgery.
Areas of Expertise
- Vitreoretinal surgery
- Surgical management of diabetic retinopathy
- Cataract surgery
- Retinal detachment surgery
- Advanced surgical and medical retina
Qualifications
- Completed primary healthcare services, 2000
- Internship in ophthalmology, Gamal Abdel-Nasser Hospital, Alexandria, a tertiary referral centre
- Fellowship and MD studies in advanced surgical and medical retina, Alexandria Faculty of Medicine
Services Provided by Dr. Raef Emile
Adult cataract
About Cataracts
A cataract is a condition where the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy, reducing the amount of light that reaches the retina. This clouding can result in blurred or hazy vision and, in more severe cases, lead to vision impairment or loss of sight. People with cataracts often find that colours appear less vibrant, and everyday activities like reading, driving, or recognising faces become more difficult. Cataracts typically develop slowly over time, and the early stages might not be noticeable until vision problems begin to interfere with daily life.
Diabetic Retinopathy
About Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is a serious complication of long-term uncontrolled diabetes resulting from persistently high blood sugar levels over the years. This condition affects the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, impairing its ability to transmit clear images to the brain through the optic nerve.
At Moorfields Eye Hospitals, our retina specialists in Dubai and Abu Dhabi have extensive subspecialty training in diagnosing and treating diabetic retinopathy. Using the latest retinal imaging and advanced treatment approaches, they provide tailored care to slow disease progression, protect sight, and help patients maintain long-term eye health and quality of life.
Diabetic Maculopathy
About
Diabetic maculopathy is a condition that occurs when the macula, the part of the eye which provides us with our central vision is damaged. The macula is responsible for fine vision (reading, writing, watching television, and recognising faces). Patients with diabetes may develop macular oedema (swelling of the retina) due to leaking of fluid from blood vessels. This causes the vision to become blurred.
Retinal Detachment Surgery
About Retinal Detachment Surgery
Retinal detachment is a condition in which the thin lining at the back of the eye (the retina) begins to come away and separate itself from the underlying wall of the eye, which contains blood vessels that supply it with vital oxygen and nutrients.
If not treated promptly, retinal detachment will lead to blindness in the affected eye.
A retinal detachment is usually caused by a tear in the retina, and this is termed a Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment. Other types include traction retinal detachment, usually seen in advanced diabetic retinopathy, and Exudative retinal detachment (usually seen in people with inflammation). Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment needs urgent surgery in most cases.
