Ophthalmology Services
Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) provides one of the most advanced and comprehensive ophthalmology services in the region. Services include full diagnostic, medical, laser, surgical and inpatient care.
HMC treats a wide range of eye conditions across all age groups, including emergency eye issues, complex surgeries and eye complications related to diabetes and autoimmune diseases.
HMC Ophthalmology is a unified corporate service operating through a central referral and triage system, with subspecialty clinics, operating theaters and a dedicated inpatient unit.
Range of services
General Ophthalmology
- Complete eye examinations
- Prescriptions for glasses and lenses
- Diagnosis and evaluation of cataracts, floaters, red eyes and eye pain
- Management of dry eye and other surface disorders
- Screening for eye conditions related to systemic diseases
- Laser treatment for secondary cataracts
- Pre- and post-operative care
- Cataract surgery service
- Referral to subspecialists when needed
Retina and vitreous
- Diabetic retinopathy screening and treatment
- Specialized care for pregnant diabetic patients
- Management of macular degeneration, retinal vein issues and inherited diseases
- Laser therapy for diabetic and ischemic conditions
- Intravitreal injections (anti-VEGF, steroids, antibiotics)
- Advanced retinal surgery, including emergency procedures
Glaucoma
- Monitoring of eye pressure and optic nerve health
- Treatment of all types of glaucoma
- Visual field and OCT imaging
- Laser procedures (SLT, iridotomy)
- Surgical procedures including drainage devices and minimally invasive surgery
Cornea and external disease
- Treatment of infections, ulcers and burns
- Management of corneal dystrophies and degenerations
- Care for severe ocular surface diseases
- Corneal cross-linking for keratoconus
- Various types of corneal transplant
- Stem cell therapy and surface reconstruction
Uveitis and ocular immunology
- Diagnosis and treatment of all forms of uveitis
- Management of eye conditions linked to systemic diseases
- Steroid injections and coordination of systemic immunosuppression
- Detailed diagnostic investigations
Neuro-ophthalmology
- Evaluation of optic nerve and brain-related eye conditions
- Diagnosis of double vision and nerve palsies
- Management of visual field loss and neurological syndromes
- Coordination with neurology, endocrinology, and radiology
Pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus
- Treatment of childhood cataracts and glaucoma
- Screening and therapy for amblyopia (lazy eye)
- Management of eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Screening for premature infants
- Eye care for children with systemic syndromes
Oculoplastics and orbital surgery
- Treatment of eyelid issues and tumours
- Tear drainage surgeries
- Care for thyroid eye disease and orbital injuries
- Outpatient and surgical procedures for eyelids, tear ducts and orbits
Inpatient services
- Post-operative care and treatment of complex eye conditions
- Multidisciplinary coordination with internal medicine, neurology and ICU
Emergency eye services (24/7)
- Emergency care for vision loss, injuries and severe pain
- Management of eye trauma, glaucoma attacks, infections and more
- Emergency services available at Hamad General Hospital and The Cuban Hospital 24/7, and other emergency departments 7am to 3pm.
Locations of services
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Subspecialty
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HMC Location
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Emergency Eye Services
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Hamad General Hospital and The Cuban Hospital
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Retina and Vitreous
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Ambulatory Care Center, Al Wakra Hospital, Hamad General Hospital, Women’s Wellness and Research Center
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Cornea and External Disease
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Ambulatory Care Center
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Glaucoma
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Ambulatory Care Center, Al Wakra Hospital
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Pediatric Ophthalmology
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Ambulatory Care Center, Al Khor Hospital
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Neuro-Ophthalmology
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Ambulatory Care Center
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Oculoplastics and Orbit
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Ambulatory Care Center, Al Khor Hospital
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Uveitis and Immunology
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Ambulatory Care Center
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General Ophthalmology
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Ambulatory Care Center, Al Wakra Hospital, Cuban Hospital, Al Khor Hospital, Aisha Hospital, Hazm Mebaireek General Hospital
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Technology and capabilities
- Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
- Fundus photography and angiography
- B-scan ocular ultrasound
- Corneal topography and microscopy
- Automated visual field testing
- Electrophysiology (ERG, VEP)
- Retinal and glaucoma laser treatments
- Intravitreal injection units
- Dedicated microsurgical operating theaters
- Pediatric visual screening with sedation facilities
Accessing services
Patients can access ophthalmology services via referral from HMC emergency departments, clinics, or other specialties. Each referral is triaged by urgency and directed to the appropriate subspecialty clinic or inpatient unit.
