Consultant Ophthalmologist - Cornea Specialist

Allocation Assist; Dubai; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East is seeking a Consultant Ophthalmologist specializing in Cornea and External Eye Disease for a specialist opportunity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on diagnosing and managing complex corneal and ocular surface disorders with advanced anterior-segment assessment and imaging capabilities.

The successful candidate will manage keratoconus, infections, dystrophies, dry eye, trauma, scarring, and related conditions while collaborating with subspecialties

Qualifications

• Medical degree from a recognized medical school.
• Postgraduate training in Ophthalmology.
• Board certification or specialist qualification in Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship in Cornea and External Eye Disease is highly desirable.
• Valid DOH Abu Dhabi license or eligibility in Ophthalmology.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant-level assessment and management of corneal and ocular surface disorders.
• Diagnose and manage keratoconus and corneal ectatic disorders.
• Treat corneal infections and ulcers.
• Assess and manage corneal dystrophies and degenerations.
• Care for dry eye and ocular surface diseases.
• Collaborate with corneal transplant services and subspecialties.
• Perform comprehensive corneal and anterior-segment examinations.
• Contribute to teaching and clinical research.

Skills

Cornea specialist

Ophthalmology

Keratoconus care

Imaging skills

Surgical planning

Education

Medical degree

Ophthalmology residency

Board certification

Cornea fellowship

Tools

Ophthalmic imaging devices

Topography & tomography

Clinical diagnostic equipment

Job description

Consultant Ophthalmologist - Cornea Specialist

Job Snapshot

Role: Consultant Ophthalmologist - Cornea Specialist Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Hospital and Health Care Function: Physician Experience: Significant post-specialist experience in Ophthalmology with expertise in Cornea and External Eye Disease Job Type: Not specified Position Overview Allocation Assist Middle East is seeking an experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist specializing in Cornea and External Eye Disease for a specialist opportunity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex corneal and ocular surface disorders, combining advanced anterior-segment assessment, medical treatment, diagnostic imaging, and corneal procedures within the physician 's clinical privileges. The successful candidate will manage a broad spectrum of corneal disease, including keratoconus, infections, dystrophies, dry eye, trauma, scarring, and ocular surface disorders while collaborating with other ophthalmology subspecialties on complex cases. Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Hospital and Health Care Function: Physician Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Not specified

About the Role

The Consultant Ophthalmologist will provide consultant-level care for patients with corneal, anterior-segment, and ocular surface conditions. The position requires advanced diagnostic judgment, familiarity with corneal imaging technologies, and experience determining when medical, procedural, or surgical intervention is appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide consultant-level assessment and management of corneal and ocular surface disorders.
• Diagnose and manage keratoconus and other corneal ectatic disorders.
• Treat corneal infections and ulcers.
• Assess and manage corneal dystrophies and degenerations.
• Provide care for dry eye and other ocular surface diseases.
• Diagnose and manage corneal inflammation and inflammatory disorders.
• Treat corneal trauma and chemical injuries.
• Manage corneal scarring and opacity.
• Assess ocular surface tumors and lesions.
• Manage complications associated with contact lens use.
• Perform comprehensive corneal and anterior-segment examinations.
• Interpret corneal topography, tomography, pachymetry, and other relevant diagnostic investigations.
• Provide appropriate medical and procedural treatment for corneal and ocular surface disease.
• Manage complex corneal cases and determine indications for surgical intervention or corneal transplantation.
• Perform corneal procedures and surgery according to clinical privileges and individual expertise.
• Collaborate with corneal transplant services, refractive surgery, glaucoma, retina, and other ophthalmology subspecialties.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and clinical meetings.
• Contribute to ophthalmology protocols, quality-improvement activities, and patient-safety initiatives.
• Participate in teaching, training, and supervision of residents and junior ophthalmologists.
• Contribute to clinical research, audits, and service development.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with hospital policies and applicable UAE healthcare regulations.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from a recognized medical school.
• Completion of recognized postgraduate training in Ophthalmology.
• Recognized Board Certification or Specialist or Consultant qualification in Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship or advanced formal training in Cornea and External Eye Disease is highly desirable.
• Valid Department of Health Abu Dhabi Consultant license or eligibility in Ophthalmology, as specified in the source vacancy.

Required Experience

• Significant post-specialist experience as a Consultant or Specialist Ophthalmologist.
• Demonstrated expertise in Cornea and External Eye Disease.
• Strong experience diagnosing and managing complex corneal and ocular surface disorders.
• Experience using corneal imaging and advanced diagnostic techniques.
• Experience in a tertiary ophthalmology center is highly desirable.

Preferred Experience

• Fellowship training in Cornea and External Eye Disease.
• Experience with corneal transplantation techniques such as DALK, DSAEK, DMEK, or other applicable keratoplasty procedures.
• Experience managing keratoconus, including corneal cross-linking.
• Experience with ocular surface reconstruction is an advantage.
• Academic, teaching, research, or quality-improvement experience is desirable.

Clinical Expertise

• Corneal and external eye disease
• Keratoconus
• Corneal ectatic disorders
• Corneal infections and ulcers
• Corneal dystrophies and degenerations
• Dry eye disease
• Ocular surface disorders
• Corneal trauma and chemical injury
• Corneal scarring and opacity
• Corneal topography and tomography
• Pachymetry
• Corneal cross-linking
• Keratoplasty
• Corneal transplantation
• Ocular surface reconstruction
• Anterior-segment assessment

Core Competencies

• Advanced expertise in corneal and ocular surface disease.
• Excellent ophthalmic diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage complex corneal cases and determine appropriate treatment pathways.
• Strong patient-centered communication.
• Effective collaboration across ophthalmology subspecialties.
• Commitment to evidence-based ophthalmic practice and patient safety.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a Consultant Ophthalmologist with dedicated fellowship or advanced training in Cornea and External Eye Disease and substantial experience managing complex corneal and ocular surface disorders. Experience with advanced corneal imaging, keratoconus treatment, corneal transplantation, and tertiary-level ophthalmology practice is highly desirable.

Licensing Requirement

A valid Department of Health Abu Dhabi Consultant license or eligibility in Ophthalmology is required by the source vacancy.

About the Company

Allocation Assist Middle East supports healthcare recruitment for specialist and consultant-level medical opportunities across the Middle East.