MBBCh, MSc CU, PhD CU, MSc UCL, FRCS Ed, FRCS Glasg, FRCOphth
Consultant oculoplastic and orbital surgeon with 25 years' experience in eyelid, lacrimal and pediatric eye surgery
Experience
25 years
Languages
Arabic, English
Location
Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai
Sees
children, adults
Dr. Yassir Abou-Rayyah is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Mediclinic City Hospital with 25 years of experience in ophthalmology and oculoplastic surgery. He graduated from Cairo University and received the prestigious British Chevening Award, then completed advanced training at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London. He led the Paediatric Oculoplastic & Orbital Surgery Unit at both Moorfields Eye Hospital and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children for 20 years.
Dr. Abou-Rayyah has performed over 15,500 ophthalmic and oculoplastic procedures throughout his career. His clinical expertise spans oculoplastics, eyelid surgery, lacrimal and orbital surgery, ocular trauma, and cosmetic eye surgery. He is recognized internationally for his specialized work in pediatric oculoplastics and the treatment of congenital eye anomalies, including rare conditions like microphthalmia (underdeveloped eyes).
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Abou-Rayyah is actively involved in medical research and education. He has supervised seven postgraduate research degrees and published more than 50 papers in national and international medical journals. He is a frequent guest speaker at medical conferences.
Special interests: congenital eye anomalies, pediatric oculoplastics, microphthalmia treatment.
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MBBCh
Cairo University, Egypt
MSc in Ophthalmology
Cairo University, Egypt
PhD
Cairo University, Egypt
MSc in Ophthalmology
University College London, United Kingdom
Consultant Ophthalmologist
Mediclinic City Hospital, United Arab Emirates
Lead of the Paediatric Oculoplastic & Orbital Surgery Unit
Moorfields Eye Hospital and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, United Kingdom · 20 years
Consultant Ophthalmic and Oculoplastic Surgeon
Moorfields Eye Hospital, United Kingdom
50 publications listed on their hospital profile.
Consultations are available in Arabic, English.
Mediclinic — Mediclinic City Hospital, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai.
Yes — this doctor sees children.
Commonly treated: Eye Trauma, Eyelid Disorders, Orbital Disorders, Tear Duct Problems.
Profile compiled from Mediclinic's public website (see original profile via the booking link). Data is informational, not medical advice.
Mediclinic City Hospital
Bldg 37 - 26th St - Umm Hurair 2 - Dubai Healthcare City - Dubai
+971 800 1999Mediclinic City Hospital: 3.8★ · 2,416 Google reviews — Google rating for the clinic, not this doctor.
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