Dr. Nora El Shammah

Dr. Nora El Shammah is a Staff Physician in the Ophthalmology Department at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi's Integrated Surgical Institute, bringing 25 years of specialized eye care experience. She trained at leading institutions across Europe, completing her medical degree at Vienna University and her ophthalmology residency at St. John Hospital in Vienna before pursuing advanced fellowship training in oculoplastic surgery at prestigious London hospitals including Moorfields Eye Hospital and Queen Victoria Hospital.

Dr. El Shammah specializes in eyelid and orbital surgery, treating conditions such as droopy eyelids, eyelid problems, blocked tear ducts, facial palsy, and blepharospasm. She performs eyelid reconstruction, blepharoplasty (cosmetic eyelid surgery), eye-socket surgery, and removal of painful blind eyes. During her time in Vienna, she established and led what became the largest cataract surgery center in the city, demonstrating her expertise in high-volume surgical programs.

She is an excellent fit for patients seeking expert eyelid or orbital surgery, those with complex tear-duct or eyelid conditions, or anyone wanting care from a surgeon trained at world-leading eye hospitals. Her background in teaching and supervising residents reflects her deep clinical knowledge and commitment to the field.