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Ms Juliana Van Niekerk

Verified Optometry Dubai

Ms Juliana Van Niekerk

6 years of experience 5.0 (30 verified reviews)

3,002+
Patients seen
6
Years in practice
12
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Ms Juliana Van Niekerk at a glance

Ms Juliana Van Niekerk is an Optometry practitioner based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 19+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2016). Serves patients in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

About

Juliana Van Niekerk is a valuable member of the team at Gulf Family Clinic. Juliana brings with her a wealth of experience accumulated over 17 years in the field of optometry. A graduate from South Africa's first and renowned optometry school, Juliana has honed her skills in various high-end practices, most notably running a luxury practice in Melrose Arch, Johannesburg’s premier shopping destination.
In 2021, Juliana's expertise led her to Dubai, where she was pivotal in launching a new optical boutique chain. Her role as Project Manager saw her develop optometric software, design store layouts, assemble a professional team, and personally select eyewear in Paris. Following the success in Dubai, she replicated her achievements in Abu Dhabi, establishing another successful branch.
Always seeking new challenges, Juliana recently registered with the Irish Optometry board and enrolled in a Fellowship at the British Contact Lens Association (BCLA). Her focus areas include contact lens application, treatment of anterior eye conditions, and Myopia Management. 
Despite her success in retail optometry, Juliana's passion for providing comprehensive care drew her to the more clinically-focused environment of our clinic. Under the mentorship of specialist ophthalmologist Dr. Millicent Grim, she aims to enrich her service offerings with advanced clinical optometry and specialty contact lenses.
Juliana's meticulous and patient-centred approach ensures the highest level of care, making her a valued addition to the team and a favourite among the South African expat community in the U.A.E. She is dedicated to enhancing patient experiences and outcomes at Gulf Family Clinic, particularly in the areas of myopia management and binocular vision therapy.

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

— Ms Juliana Van Niekerk

Education & training

  1. 2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Dubai (AE)
  2. 2016–2020 Residency · Optometry
    Universitat de Barcelona, Dubai (AE)

Career & appointments

  1. 2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Optometry

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-570044 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Optometry
#EB-B128A309 · issued 2021 · renewal 2031
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,529
Annual physical exam 99395 1,735
Vaccination administration 90471 1,623
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 704

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 60 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Juliana Van Niekerk
HEADSHOT
Juliana Van Niekerk in consultation
IN OFFICE
Juliana Van Niekerk with the team
WITH TEAM
Juliana Van Niekerk at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 141s
Meet Juliana Van Niekerk

Research & publications

h-index: 11 · i10: 2

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Optometry
    Juliana Van Niekerk, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.3337/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 36439592 · cited by 169
  2. Long-term follow-up of Optometry across AE
    Juliana Van Niekerk, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4318/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 30044176 · cited by 155

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Optometry — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2021
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2021
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2021

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Optometry
  • Awareness When should you see a optometry?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · juliana.van.niekerk@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

30 verified reviews
5.00
★★★★★
30 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.8
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
99.0
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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ 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

Ms Juliana Van Niekerk's Areas of Specialty

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Optometry

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Juliana Van Niekerk specialise in?

    Juliana Van Niekerk specialises in Optometry in Dubai, AE. 19 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Juliana Van Niekerk treat?

    Juliana Van Niekerk treats conditions within Optometry. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Juliana Van Niekerk practise?

    Juliana Van Niekerk practises in Dubai, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

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    Juliana Van Niekerk speaks English.

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