Dr. Salman Waqar
M.B.B.S, FRCOphth
- Consultant Ophthalmologist in Adult and Paediatric Glaucoma and Cataract surgery
- Associate Professor Of Ophthalmology (Adjunct)
- GCAA Approved Specialist Aviation Medical Examiner
- CASA Designated Aviation Ophthalmologist (DAO)
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Brief Introduction
Dr. Salman 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
- Microincisional and sutureless cataract surgery
- Cataract surgery for aviation professionals
- 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
- Cataract surgery using monofocal, toric, multifocal and extended depth of field intraocular lenses
- General ophthalmology, including dry eye, blepharitis, eye pain and decreased vision
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
- Recipient of multiple research grants
- Co-author of four medical textbooks
- 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
- Regular presenter at national and international ophthalmology meetings
- 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)
- Published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, including the British Journal of Ophthalmology and the Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery
Services Provided by Dr. Salman Waqar
Adult & Paediatric Glaucoma
About Glaucoma in Adults and Children
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, which connects the eye to the brain and plays a vital role in vision.
It is commonly associated with increased pressure inside the eye, although glaucoma can also develop when eye pressure is within the normal range. While damage caused by glaucoma cannot usually be reversed, early diagnosis, the right treatment and regular monitoring can help protect your remaining vision and reduce the risk of further loss.
Glaucoma can sometimes develop without noticeable symptoms, particularly in its early stages and can affect both adults and children. The causes, signs and treatment approach may differ depending on age and the type of glaucoma.
Adult & paediatric cataracts
