Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai

Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai, opened in 2007, is a dedicated ophthalmic hospital and an overseas branch of Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in London, the world's oldest and largest center for ophthalmic treatment, teaching, and research. Located in Dubai Healthcare City, this JCI-accredited facility operates 50 beds and multiple operating theatres exclusively dedicated to eye care, making it the most specialized ophthalmology center in the Middle East. Ophthalmology is the hospital's sole focus, providing comprehensive eye care across all subspecialties. The General Ophthalmology service covers routine eye examinations, prescription of corrective lenses, management of common eye conditions, and referral to subspecialist services for complex cases. LASIK and Refractive Surgery at Moorfields Dubai utilizes the latest excimer and femtosecond laser platforms for LASIK, PRK, SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction), and implantable collamer lens (ICL) procedures. The refractive surgery team performs comprehensive pre-operative assessments using corneal topography, wavefront analysis, and pachymetry to determine optimal treatment approaches for each patient. Retina Surgery and Medical Retina services manage diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), retinal detachment, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, and other vitreoretinal conditions. Treatment includes anti-VEGF intravitreal injections, vitrectomy surgery, retinal laser photocoagulation, and photodynamic therapy. The department utilizes advanced retinal imaging including OCT angiography and widefield fundus photography. Corneal Transplant services include penetrating keratoplasty, Descemet's membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK), Descemet's stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty (DSAEK), and deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK). The department manages keratoconus with corneal cross-linking and intracorneal ring segments. Glaucoma services provide comprehensive assessment and management including medication therapy, selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT), trabeculectomy, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) including iStent and Hydrus devices, and tube shunt surgery. The department uses advanced diagnostic technology including OCT for nerve fiber layer analysis and visual field testing. Pediatric Ophthalmology manages childhood eye conditions including strabismus (squint), amblyopia (lazy eye), congenital cataracts, retinopathy of prematurity, and genetic eye diseases. Oculoplastics covers eyelid surgery, orbital surgery, lacrimal (tear duct) surgery, and aesthetic eyelid procedures. Neuro-ophthalmology manages conditions affecting the visual pathways including optic neuritis, papilledema, visual field defects, and eye movement disorders. Cataract Surgery utilizes phacoemulsification with premium intraocular lens options including multifocal, toric, and extended depth of focus lenses, with femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery available. Refractive Surgery encompasses the full range of vision correction procedures. Moorfields Dubai's International Patient Services provide multilingual support in English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu, Farsi, and other languages, with specialized eye care package coordination, accommodation arrangements in Dubai Healthcare City, and post-operative follow-up scheduling. The hospital's affiliation with Moorfields London ensures that clinical protocols, training standards, and quality governance match those of one of the world's most respected eye hospitals. Treatment costs at Moorfields Dubai are competitive within the UAE market and represent significant savings compared to UK private pricing. Dubai's strategic location makes the hospital accessible from across the Middle East, Africa, South Asia, and Central Asia. Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai continues to introduce new ophthalmic technologies and surgical techniques, maintaining alignment with the London parent institution's research and innovation agenda. The hospital's exclusive focus on ophthalmology ensures that every aspect of the facility, from diagnostic equipment to operating theatre design, is optimized specifically for eye care. The hospital regularly hosts visiting consultants from Moorfields London, providing patients with access to some of the world's most distinguished eye surgeons and specialists.