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Dr Lilan Bhat

Verified Ophthalmology Dubai

Dr Lilan Bhat

2 years of experience 4.9 (130 verified reviews)

2,625+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
12
Publications
3
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Lilan Bhat at a glance

Dr Lilan Bhat is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. They have 15+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2023). Serves patients in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

About

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Dr. Lilan Bhat is a highly accomplished ophthalmologist with a distinguished academic background and extensive professional experience. She completed both her undergraduate and postgraduate studies at the prestigious Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Training (J.I.P.M.E.R) in Puducherry, India. 
Dr. Bhat's career has been marked by significant contributions in various roles across India and Oman. She served as a Medical Officer at the Schieflein Leprosy Research and Training Centre affiliated with Christian Medical College, Vellore. Her teaching career includes positions as Assistant Professor and Professor at major institutions such as Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences and Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi.
In Oman, Dr. Bhat worked as a Senior Specialist at Al Shatti Hospital before returning to India to become Chief of Cornea and Refractive Services at Little Flower Institute and Research Centre. She also held the role of Joint Director of the Eye Bank Association of Kerala, showcasing her leadership in eye care initiatives.
Dr. Bhat is renowned for her expertise in a wide range of ophthalmic specialties, including phacoemulsification, pediatric cataract surgery, pterygium surgery with AMG/Fibrin Glue, glaucoma management, medical retina treatments including intravitreal injections, and corneal transplants including lamellar and patch grafts. She is also skilled in treating ocular trauma, strabismus, special intraocular lens situations, keratoconus, and collagen cross-linking.
Throughout her career, Dr. Bhat has been actively involved in clinical and surgical training for postgraduates and has authored numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals. Her dedication to advancing ophthalmic care through education and innovation has earned her recognition as a leading expert in her field.

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

— Dr Lilan Bhat

Education & training

  1. 2017–2023 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Dubai (AE)
  2. 2023–2027 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad de Sevilla, Dubai (AE)
  3. 2027–2028 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2027-09–2028-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-234088 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-5EDA881B · issued 2028 · renewal 2038
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 944
Annual physical exam 99395 2,342
Vaccination administration 90471 886
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 417

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 120 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Lilan Bhat
HEADSHOT
Lilan Bhat in consultation
IN OFFICE
Lilan Bhat with the team
WITH TEAM
Lilan Bhat at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 136s
Meet Lilan Bhat

Research & publications

h-index: 13 · i10: 10

  1. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Lilan Bhat, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2156/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35356009 · cited by 136
  2. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Lilan Bhat, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7774/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 39477281 · cited by 2
  3. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Lilan Bhat, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.4048/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 33823786 · cited by 164

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
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2028
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2028
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2028

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology 2026-03-21 · 8 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology? 2026-01-09 · 9 min read

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · lilan.bhat@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

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Patient reviews

130 verified reviews
4.88
★★★★⯨
130 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
4.9
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.6
Staff Friendliness
4.9
Ease Of Appointment
4.8
Value For Money
4.8
Would Recommend Pct
97.0
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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

Dr Lilan Bhat's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Lilan Bhat 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 Lilan Bhat 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 Dubai matters

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  • What does Lilan Bhat specialise in?

    Lilan Bhat specialises in Ophthalmology in Dubai, AE. 15 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Lilan Bhat treat?

    Lilan Bhat treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Lilan Bhat practise?

    Lilan Bhat practises in Dubai, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Lilan Bhat speak?

    Lilan Bhat speaks English, Hindi, Malayalam.

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    Lilan Bhat has a verified rating of 4.88/5 from 130 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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