Specialized Experts
Dr. Jalal Almosawi
retina, cataract, and refractive surgeon
Dr. Samer J. Bashir
vitreoretinal and cataract surgeon
Dr. Hajer Al Sawad
cornea, cataract, and refractive surgeon
Dr. Ebtihal Al Baharna
pediatric ophthalmic consultant
Dr. Fatema AlMukhtar
oculoplastic consultant
Dr. Hawra Almahroos
GENERAL OPHTHALMIC SPECIALIST
Astigmatism
Astigmatism is a common but treatable eye condition. Unlike the normal round eyeball, the eyeball of someone with Astigmatism is oval or egg shaped. This imperfection in the eye curvature, results in the light rays reaching the back of the eye unevenly focused, which causes blurriness in near and distance views.
Types of Treatment
Glasses
Lenses
Surgery
Surgery
Treatment options for Astigmatism include, prescription glasses and contact lenses. Surgical procedures like LASIK or ICL implantation are other safe options.