Ophthalmology

When Should You See an Eye Specialist?

You should see an ophthalmologist if you experience blurry vision, eye pain, floaters or flashes, double vision, or difficulty seeing at night. Regular eye exams are also essential if you have diabetes, wear glasses or contacts, or are over the age of 40.

Conditions We Diagnose and Treat

We care for a wide range of eye conditions, from common vision issues to more complex retinal diseases and emergencies:

• Refractive Errors (nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism)
• Cataracts (clouding of the eye’s natural lens that causes blurry vision)
• Diabetic Eye Disease (including diabetic retinopathy, caused by high blood sugar damaging the retina)
• Macular Degeneration (age-related deterioration of central vision)
• Glaucoma (a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, often due to high eye pressure)
• Retinal Detachment (a serious condition where the retina pulls away from the back of the eye)
• Retinal Vascular Diseases (disorders that affect blood flow in the retina and threaten vision)
• Inherited Retinal Diseases (genetic conditions that cause gradual vision loss over time)
• Corneal Ulcers (open sores on the cornea, usually from infection or injury)
• Eye Discharge (often caused by infection, allergy, or blocked tear ducts)
• Blepharitis (inflammation of the eyelids causing redness or crusting)
• Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) (inflammation of the outer eye membrane, often due to infection or allergies)
• Styes (small, painful lumps on the eyelid caused by blocked oil glands)
• Eye Trauma (injury to the eye that may affect its structure or vision)
• Uveitis & Inflammatory Eye Diseases (inflammation inside the eye, often linked to autoimmune conditions)

Diagnostic Services at Our Eye Clinic

We use advanced diagnostic tools to assess your eye health, detect early signs of disease, and guide precise treatment planning:

• Slit Lamp Examination (a microscope with a bright light that allows detailed examination of the front of the eye)
• Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) (a non-invasive scan that creates cross-sectional images of the retina and optic nerve)
• Visual Field Testing (measures how much you can see out of the corners of your eyes — important for glaucoma and neurological conditions)
• Corneal Topography (creates a detailed map of the cornea’s surface to detect irregularities or shape changes)
• Fundus Photography (high-resolution imaging of the back of the eye, including the retina and optic nerve)
• Fluorescein Angiography (a test using a special dye to highlight blood flow in the retina and identify leaks or blockages)
• Intraocular Pressure Testing (measures the pressure inside the eye — essential for diagnosing glaucoma)
• Retinal Scanning (advanced imaging to monitor retinal health and detect early signs of damage)
• Biometry (measures the eye’s shape and length, usually before cataract surgery to determine lens implant size)

Why Patients Trust Our Eye Care Team

At Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed Hospital, we believe in combining medical precision with a compassionate approach.

That’s why we offer:

• Highly trained ophthalmologists and optometrists
• Advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment
• A comfortable, patient-focused environment
• Personalized treatment for every stage of adult eye health
• Seamless coordination with other specialties when needed