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Dr. Gulnara Abdualiyeva

Ophthalmology Abu Dhabi

Dr. Gulnara Abdualiyeva

15 years of experience

8,497+
Patients seen
15
Years in practice
4
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Gulnara Abdualiyeva at a glance

Dr. Gulnara Abdualiyeva is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 27+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2007). Serves patients in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

About

Dr. Gulnara Abdualiyeva is a highly experienced Specialist Ophthalmologist with over 25 years in the field, holding an MBBS and a Master’s in Ophthalmology (MS) from Kazakhstan, as well as a PhD in Medicine from Russia. Her extensive expertise and commitment to excellence have established her as a trusted specialist in ophthalmic care, particularly in oculoplastic procedures and ocular aesthetics.
Dr. Abdualiyeva has a special interest in treating a range of eyelid and adnexal disorders. Her expertise encompasses managing eyelid malpositions such as ectropion, entropion, ptosis, and lagophthalmos, as well as addressing conditions related to facial palsy, including paralysis of the eye muscles. She is skilled in performing procedures like upper and lower lid blepharoplasty (eyelid lifts), temporal and brow lifts, and cheek lifts, enhancing both functional and aesthetic outcomes for her patients.
In addition to surgical treatments, Dr. Abdualiyeva offers non-surgical aesthetic options, including Botox and dermal filler treatments for the upper face. These treatments cover areas such as the tear trough, cheeks, crow’s feet, and forehead, providing patients with rejuvenated, natural-looking results. Dr. Abdualiyeva’s approach to care is patient-centred, ensuring each individual receives comprehensive, tailored treatment to address their specific needs and achieve optimal outcomes.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr. Gulnara Abdualiyeva

Education & training

  1. 2001–2007 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Abu Dhabi (AE)
  2. 2007–2011 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Abu Dhabi (AE)
  3. 2011–2012 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Royal Marsden London, UK

Career & appointments

  1. 2011-09–2012-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-295076 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-B25A0B88 · issued 2012 · renewal 2022
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,611
Annual physical exam 99395 269
Vaccination administration 90471 453
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 426

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 30 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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Gulnara Abdualiyeva in consultation
IN OFFICE
Gulnara Abdualiyeva with the team
WITH TEAM
Gulnara Abdualiyeva at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 96s
Meet Gulnara Abdualiyeva

Research & publications

h-index: 5 · i10: 4

  1. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Gulnara Abdualiyeva, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7095/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 37656634 · cited by 27
  2. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Gulnara Abdualiyeva, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.2466/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 33666771 · cited by 9
  3. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Gulnara Abdualiyeva, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.9058/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 36051520 · cited by 71

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Ophthalmology European Annual Congress (Ophthalmology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Ophthalmology National Society Meeting · Abu Dhabi · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Abu Dhabi · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2012
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2012
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2012

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology
  • Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?

For international patients

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Patient liaison · gulnara.abdualiyeva@euroclinics.example

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
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    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr. Gulnara Abdualiyeva's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr. Gulnara Abdualiyeva treats, with the size of the national pool of United Arab Emirates doctors offering the same care.

Ophthalmology

Eye care including refractive surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease and paediatric vision.

Dr. Gulnara Abdualiyeva is one of 418 ophthalmology doctors indexed in United Arab Emirates. Browse ophthalmology doctors in United Arab Emirates →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Abu Dhabi matters

Medical practice in United Arab Emirates is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant United Arab Emirates medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Abu Dhabi carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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  • What does Gulnara Abdualiyeva specialise in?

    Gulnara Abdualiyeva specialises in Ophthalmology in Abu Dhabi, AE. 27 years of clinical experience.

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    Gulnara Abdualiyeva treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

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    Gulnara Abdualiyeva practises in Abu Dhabi, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

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    Gulnara Abdualiyeva speaks English.

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