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Dr. Muhammad Afaq Shah

Verified Ophthalmology Sharjah

Dr. Muhammad Afaq Shah

2 years of experience 5.0 (36 verified reviews)

5,607+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
9
Publications
4
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Muhammad Afaq Shah at a glance

Dr. Muhammad Afaq Shah is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 10+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2021). Serves patients in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

About

About Me

Dr. Muhammad Afaq Shah is a distinguished Ophthalmic Surgeon with over 10 years of elite clinical experience in the comprehensive diagnosis and advanced surgical management of complex eye conditions. Renowned for his meticulous approach and patient-first philosophy, he integrates evidence-based medicine—the gold standard in global healthcare—to ensure every treatment plan is backed by the latest scientific research and proven clinical outcomes.

Global Expertise & Elite Training

Dr. Shah’s professional journey is defined by international excellence. After completing his primary medical qualification at Quaid-e-Azam Medical College in 2013. His commitment to specialized mastery led to the Fellowship of the College of Physicians and Surgeons (FCPS) in 2021 and certification from the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO), aligning his practice with the highest standards of the UK, Europe, and North America.

Surgical Precision & Clinical Excellence

Specializing in both medical and surgical ophthalmology, Dr. Shah offers world-class care for a broad spectrum of conditions, including:


Advanced Anterior Segment Surgery: Expert in Cataract/Corneal surgery and high-precision Excimer Laser procedures (LASIK/PRK).

Specialized Disease Management: Cutting-edge treatment for Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma, and Diplopia.

Comprehensive Eye Health: Expert assessment of Dry Eye, Blepharitis, Chalazion, and Conjunctivitis using advanced diagnostic technology.


Why Choose Dr. Shah ?

Patients seeking care under Dr. Shah benefit from a bespoke clinical experience. By combining a decade of surgical expertise with a compassionate, evidence-driven approach, he provides not just treatment, but a pathway to optimized long-term vision. Whether you require a routine comprehensive examination or complex microsurgery, Dr. Shah is dedicated to delivering the world-class outcomes expected in the most advanced healthcare hubs globally.

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

— Dr. Muhammad Afaq Shah

Education & training

  1. 2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Sharjah (AE)
  2. 2021–2025 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de València, Sharjah (AE)

Career & appointments

  1. 2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-989957 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-D22E4284 · issued 2026 · renewal 2036
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,649
Annual physical exam 99395 2,063
Vaccination administration 90471 2,727
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,808

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 450.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Muhammad Afaq Shah
HEADSHOT
Muhammad Afaq Shah in consultation
IN OFFICE
Muhammad Afaq Shah with the team
WITH TEAM
Muhammad Afaq Shah at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 88s
Meet Muhammad Afaq Shah

Research & publications

h-index: 16 · i10: 12

  1. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across AE
    Muhammad Afaq Shah, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.4377/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 39706294 · cited by 137
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Muhammad Afaq Shah, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2327/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 38763139 · cited by 187

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2026
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2026
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2026

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · muhammad.afaq.shah@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

36 verified reviews
4.99
★★★★⯨
36 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.7
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

Dr. Muhammad Afaq Shah's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr. Muhammad Afaq Shah 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. Muhammad Afaq Shah 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 Sharjah 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 Sharjah 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 Muhammad Afaq Shah specialise in?

    Muhammad Afaq Shah specialises in Ophthalmology in Sharjah, AE. 10 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Muhammad Afaq Shah treat?

    Muhammad Afaq Shah treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Muhammad Afaq Shah practise?

    Muhammad Afaq Shah practises in Sharjah, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Muhammad Afaq Shah speak?

    Muhammad Afaq Shah speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu.

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  • What do patients say about Muhammad Afaq Shah?

    Muhammad Afaq Shah has a verified rating of 4.99/5 from 36 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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