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Dr. Hossameldeen Elbarbary

Ophthalmology Dubai

Dr. Hossameldeen Elbarbary

10 years of experience

4,022+
Patients seen
10
Years in practice
9
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Hossameldeen Elbarbary at a glance

Dr. Hossameldeen Elbarbary is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 24+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2012). Serves patients in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

About

Dr. Hossameldeen Elbarbary is a consultant ophthalmologist with over 20 years of experience in the field. He currently sees patients at NMC Hospital Al Nahda, Dubai.
Dr. Elbarbary's journey in ophthalmology began in 2003 as a resident at Alexandria University Hospitals, Egypt. He completed his MD/Ph.D. degree in 2011 and a master's degree in 2006 from Alexandria University. Prior to his tenure in the UAE, he spent 6 years practising in Saudi Arabia. He is a member of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Ophthalmology, Glasgow, UK (MRCS), and serves as a Senior Consultant of Ophthalmology at Alexandria University Hospitals, Egypt.
His expertise encompasses a wide range of medical and surgical eye diseases, with a particular focus on:
Cataract surgery with intraocular lens implantation (phacoemulsification)
Laser refractive surgeries (Lasik, PRK)
Oculoplastic surgeries, including ptosis repair, blepharoplasty, and lid masses excision
Management of ocular surface masses and pterygium excision surgery with amniotic membrane grafting
Intravitreal injections and retinal argon laser for diabetic retinopathy patients
Surgical and medical management of eye emergencies and trauma cases
Routine eye conditions evaluation and treatment
Glaucoma management and follow-up
Dr. Elbarbary is an active member of several prestigious professional organisations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS), European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ESOPRS), and various Egyptian ophthalmological societies.

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

— Dr. Hossameldeen Elbarbary

Education & training

  1. 2006–2012 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Dubai (AE)
  2. 2012–2016 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Dubai (AE)
  3. 2016–2017 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Mayo Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2016-09–2017-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-190098 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-76E65B9E · issued 2017 · renewal 2027
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,088
Annual physical exam 99395 718
Vaccination administration 90471 990
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,385

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 90 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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Hossameldeen Elbarbary in consultation
IN OFFICE
Hossameldeen Elbarbary with the team
WITH TEAM
Hossameldeen Elbarbary at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 113s
Meet Hossameldeen Elbarbary

Research & publications

h-index: 4 · i10: 8

  1. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Hossameldeen Elbarbary, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7128/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 39096908 · cited by 40
  2. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Hossameldeen Elbarbary, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.8517/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 35838974 · cited by 178
  3. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Hossameldeen Elbarbary, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.8033/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 30160839 · cited by 180

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2017
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2017
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2017

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 · hossameldeen.elbarbary@euroclinics.example

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  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    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. Hossameldeen Elbarbary's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr. Hossameldeen Elbarbary 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.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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    Hossameldeen Elbarbary specialises in Ophthalmology in Dubai, AE. 24 years of clinical experience.

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