Specialized Experts
Dr. Jalal Almosawi
CONSULTANT OPHTHALMIC SURGEON
Dr. Samer J. Bashir
CONSULTANT OPHTHALMIC SURGEON
Dr. Hawra Almahroos
GENERAL OPHTHALMIC SPECIALIST
Retinal Conditions
In Almosawi Specialist center, precision meets expertise in the realm of retinal care. At the forefront of our exceptional team are two distinguished retinal consultants, each wielding over two decades of invaluable experience in the field. With a combined 40+ years of expertise, these professionals serve as the cornerstone of our retinal services. Their wealth of knowledge ensures the highest standard of diagnosis, treatment, and surgical interventions for a myriad of retinal conditions. Committed to staying at the forefront of advancements in the field, our consultants seamlessly blend their seasoned experience with a dedication to patient-centric care. Trust your vision in our capable hands, where decades of expertise and compassionate commitment converge to provide the optimal care, your eyes deserve.
Adult Retinal Conditions
DIABETIC RETINOPATHY
A complication of poorly controlled diabetes. Patient can have normal vision or in advanced cases, complain of blurry vision, floaters, colour blindness and permanent vision loss.
MACULAR DEGENERATION
death of the light sensing cells that are located at the Macula. This can lead to blurry vision and blind spots.
MACULAR HOLE
As the name suggests, it is a hole in the macula usually occurs with age due to the shrinkage of the vitreous, which is the gel substance that fills the eyes. It can cause blurry vision and blind spots.
RETINAL DETACHMENT
An emergency where the retina is separated from the layer underneath it, depriving it from its blood supply. This condition cause sudden onset of symptoms like floaters, flashes and blurred vision.
RETINAL DEGENERATION
gradual death of the light sensing cells.
Children Retinal Conditions
In children, retinal complications can be detected by the appearance of a white pearl-like structure seen through the pupil.
In the case of a preterm newborn, the retina should be examined for Retinopathy of prematurity. This condition can potentially lead to blindness and should be addressed promptly.
Testing
Various test can be performed by a retina specialist to identify retinal conditions. This includes eye pressure measurement and testing conduction between the retina and the brain.
Treatment
Treatment of retinal conditions is challenging and should be performed by a competent ophthalmologist. Treatment options depend on the condition and might involve medical injections, laser therapy, freezing therapy or surgery like vitrectomy.