
Retinal specialist with 23 years' experience in vitreoretinal surgery and diabetic eye disease
Experience
23 years
Languages
English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil
Location
Abu Dhabi
Sees
adults, children
Dr. Jay Anto Kalliath is a retinal specialist at NMC Healthcare Abu Dhabi with over 23 years of experience in medical and surgical conditions of the retina. He has independently performed more than 3,000 vitreoretinal surgeries, earning recognition as a leading ophthalmologist in the region for complex retinal disorders.
Dr. Kalliath manages a wide range of retinal conditions using advanced imaging and laser techniques, including optical coherence tomography (OCT), fundus angiography, and electroretinography. His surgical expertise spans retinal detachment repair (scleral buckling and pneumoretinopexy), vitrectomy for hemorrhage and macular holes, and laser treatment for diabetic retinopathy and retinopathy of prematurity. He performs intravitreal injections and specialized procedures including intraocular lens implantation and micropulse laser therapy.
He emphasizes individualized, evidence-based care with strong attention to precision, safety, and patient empathy. He is well suited for patients requiring complex retinal surgery or specialist management of sight-threatening conditions.
Special interests: diabetic retinopathy, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal detachment, macular hole.
Extracted from the doctor's hospital profile — patient-friendly terms
MBBS
Thrissur Medical College, India
M.S. Ophthalmology
Madurai Medical College, India
Fellowship in Medical and Surgical Diseases of the Retina and Vitreous
Aravind Eye Hospital & Postgraduate Institute of Ophthalmology, India
Retinal Specialist
NMC Healthcare, United Arab Emirates
Consultations are available in English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil.
NMC Healthcare — NMC Specialty Hospital, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi.
Yes — this doctor sees children.
Commonly treated: Diabetic Retinopathy, Epiretinal Membrane, Macular Hole, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Tears, Retinopathy of Prematurity, Vitreous Hemorrhage.
Profile compiled from NMC Healthcare's public website (see original profile via the booking link). Data is informational, not medical advice.
NMC Specialty Hospital Abu Dhabi
Area - Zayed The First St - near Sama Tower - Al Danah - Zone 1 - Abu Dhabi
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