
Professor of ophthalmology with 34 years' expertise in vitreoretinal and retinal surgery
Experience
34 years
Languages
Arabic, English
Location
Abu Dhabi
Sees
children, adults, seniors
Dr. Ayman Shouman is a Professor of Ophthalmology with over 34 years of clinical, surgical, and academic experience. He trained at Cairo University and the Research Institute of Ophthalmology in Cairo, where he completed his residency and earned both a Master's degree and PhD in Ophthalmology. He completed specialist fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery at Frankfurt University in Germany and holds fellowships from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (FRCS) and serves as an examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons of England. He has worked across Egypt, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the UAE, and continues as a Visiting Professor at his training institution in Cairo.
Dr. Shouman's clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of eye surgery and disease management. He performs advanced vitreoretinal procedures, cataract surgery with premium lens implants, complex glaucoma treatments using minimally invasive techniques (ITRACK, iStent, PRESERFLO), LASIK and other refractive surgeries, and intraocular injections. He has particular experience managing retinal conditions in premature infants (retinopathy of prematurity), pediatric eye problems, and inflammatory eye disease (uveitis).
He is committed to safe, effective, and patient-centred care. He is a good fit for patients seeking expert vitreoretinal or retinal surgery, those with complex cataracts or glaucoma, and families needing specialized pediatric eye care or treatment for retinal conditions in newborns.
Special interests: advanced vitreoretinal techniques, retinal laser therapy, premium cataract surgery, treatment of retinopathy of prematurity, minimally invasive glaucoma procedures.
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Bachelor of Medicine
Cairo University Faculty of Medicine, Egypt
Residency in Ophthalmology
Research Institute of Ophthalmology (RIO), Egypt
Master's degree in Ophthalmology
Ain Shams University, Egypt
PhD in Ophthalmology
Cairo University, Egypt
Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery
Frankfurt University, Germany
Professor of Ophthalmology, Surgical Vitreoretinal Department
Research Institute of Ophthalmology (RIO), Egypt
Specialist Ophthalmologist
Burjeel Hospital, United Arab Emirates
Consultations are available in Arabic, English.
Burjeel — burjeelmedicalcentre, Abu Dhabi.
Yes — this doctor sees children.
Commonly treated: Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Astigmatism, Cataracts, Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma, Hyperopia, Myopia, Refractive Errors.
Profile compiled from Burjeel's public website (see original profile via the booking link). Data is informational, not medical advice.
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