Dr. Salman Waqar
Ophthalmologist
Dubai
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19 years of experience
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19 years of experience
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Dr. Salman Waqar is an experienced consultant ophthalmic surgeon specialising in adult glaucoma and cataract surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital in Dubai Healthcare City. He has over 15 years of experience working in the United Kingdom. He holds a Certificate of Completion of Training from the UK, is a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists London and on the General Medical Council UK's Specialist Register. Dr. Waqar has worked in various prestigious eye units including the West of England Eye Unit where he completed his sub-specialty training in glaucoma.
Dr. Waqar’s clinical expertise includes medical, laser, and surgical treatments for glaucoma using minimally invasive implants and aqueous shunt devices. He offers cataract surgery using the latest small incision technology and a range of intraocular lenses tailored to the patients' individual needs. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Waqar’s research interests include developing innovative surgical instruments to improve patient safety, using virtual reality simulation to investigate surgeon performance, and optimising patient outcomes with minimally invasive surgery.
Dr. Waqar has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and has presented regularly at national and international meetings. He is a member of various ophthalmology societies including the United Kingdom and Eire Glaucoma Society, the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the Emirates Society of Ophthalmology. As an Honorary Fellow with Plymouth University UK, he has been involved in training future doctors and surgeons. He has also received numerous research grants, co-authored four medical textbooks, and been recognized with a nomination for a regional Trainer of the Year Award. He continues this excellent work as an Associate Professor (Adjunct) at the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences in Dubai.
His passion for patient safety is reflected in his work as Clinical Governance Lead both in the UK and at Moorfields Dubai, where he is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of patient care are maintained. This is also evident in his own clinical practice, which he regularly audits to confirm his surgical outcomes consistently meet the best international standards.
With a keen enthusiasm for aviation medicine, he is also an accredited Specialist Aeromedical Examiner for the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of the UAE.
In keeping with his firm belief that patients interests are best served when doctors are involved in leadership roles, he has previously served as Director for the Virtual Glaucoma Service at the Royal Eye Infirmary (Plymouth, UK) and is currently Chair of the Infection Control Committee at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai.
You can find out more about him on www.salmanwaqar.net.
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Areas of expertise
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- Cataract Surgery (33%)
- Glaucoma (23%)
- Eye Problems (13%)
- Glaucoma Surgeries (7%)
- Laser Eye Surgery (7%)
- Others (17%)
All conditions and treatments
- Glaucoma
- Eye Problems
- Glaucoma Surgeries
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Eye Test
- GCAA Accredited Specialist Aeromedical Examiner
- General Ophthalmology - Dry Eyes/Blepharitis/Eye Pain/Decreased Vision/Diabetic Eye Checks
- Pterygium Surgery
- Intravitreal Injections
- Glaucoma Laser treatment - Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty, Laser Iridotomy and Cyclodiode Laser
- Glaucoma Surgical Treatment - Aqueous Shunt Devices (PAUL Implant/Ahmed Clearpath/Ahmed Valve/Baerveldt Tube/Presserflo)
- Glaucoma Surgical Treatment - Filtration Surgery (Augmented Trabeculectomy)
Registered with
Dubai Health Authority
No. 89420902-001
Department of Health Abu Dhabi
No. GD36255
Qualifications
Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training in Ophthalmology - CCT (London, United Kingdom) - 2015
Fellowship of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists - FRCOphth (London, United Kingdom) - 2013
Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh - MRCS(Ed) (United Kingdom) - 2008
Bachelors in Medicine and Surgery - MBBS (Pakistan)- 2004
languages spoken
- English
- Punjabi
- Urdu
consultation fees
- New appointment: د.إ600
- Follow-up appointment: د.إ450
insurers
- Fidelity United
- Allianz (Orient Insurance PJSC)
- Al Sagr National Insurance Co.
- Arabia insurance
- Oman Insurance
- Axa Gulf Insurance
- Daman
- Takaful Emarat Insurance PSC
- Noor Takaful
- Now Health (RSA)
- Aetna (Al Ain Ahlia Insurance)
- Watania
- Adnic
- Salama
- Metlife
- Al Buhaira national insurance co
- Neuron
- Saada
- Almadallah
- Enaya Insurance Mednet
- Next care
- Adnic
- Mednet
- Bupa
Location
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20 Street, Al Razi Building 64, Block E, Floor 3, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
20 Street, Al Razi Building 64, Block E, Floor 3, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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18 reviews
5
My experience with Dr. Salman Waqar is amazing , I was diagnosed cataract in 2022 and in 2023 Dr Salman advised me to have cataract surgery and I think that was the best advice to have surgery and lenses replaced . It was pain less surgery . Now i can see things without glasses. Thanks to Dr Salman Waqar.
5
I found Dr Waqar to be very courteous ,patient and very clear in his explanation of the eye procedure.I am 84 and I found him very empathetic towards me and nothing was too much bother! I Would highly recommend him.
5
The total experience (assessment, preparation, treatment, follow-up and review) with Dr Salman and the team can best be described as excellent. Everything including expectations of treatment, potential side-effects, medication, etc were all fully and clearly explained along with written instructions. I felt assured that supportive services if required would be accessible and available.
5
Good doctor
5
Dr Waqar and his team were extremely proactive whilst guiding me through the cataract surgery from start to finish. Their continual updates had clarity, bed side manner was excellent and the surgery went well. I am now benefiting from greatly improved vision. A far greater result than I hoped for. Well done to the team!
5
I have been visiting Dr Salman for over a year now since being diagnosed with glaucoma. He has always been so reassuring, friendly, extremely knowledgeable & professional. I was a bit nervous about my diagnosis but now I am much more calm about it all since I know that I am in the best of hands. He explains everything so clearly & in layman's terms so that I am totally confident in the treatment process & future outcome.
5
Dr Salman and his team are quite simply - the best! My whole procedure, from start to finish, was a professional, pleasant experience and my outcome is phenomenal! Thank you to Dr Salman and his whole team - when it comes to my eye health I’d never go anywhere else
5
Dr Salman Was just amazing with the my mum, the patient. His whole approach, never rushed and answered all her concerns such a lovely approach and manner with the elderly - thank you for everything Dr Salman you truly are one talented Dr and have such a wonderful bedside manner and truly care for your patients with your approach. Mum can see amazing now and feels so much more confident within herself. Big shout out for you and the hospital!
5
This is my second surgery with Dr Waqar. Both times were a smooth experience. I would defintely recomend
5
Dr. Salman has helped me enormously with an eye problem - his clinical competence and expertise delivered in a totally professional manner has ensured that a potential long term eye problem is under control. He is an excellent communicator and obviously has his patients best interests at heart. Highly recommended.
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Dr. Salman Waqar's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 18 reviews
What languages does Dr. Salman Waqar speak?
Dr. Salman Waqar speaks English, Punjabi and Urdu
Where is Dr. Salman Waqar located?
Dr. Salman Waqar primarily practices at Moorfields Eye Hospital - Dubai, located at 20 Street, Al Razi Building 64, Block E, Floor 3, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Dr. Salman Waqar is working Monday (08:30 - 17:00), Tuesday (08:30 - 17:00), Wednesday (08:30 - 17:00), Thursday (08:30 - 17:00), Friday (08:30 - 17:00), Sunday (08:30 - 17:00)
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