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Dr. Shikha Dhirender

Geverifieerd Oogheelkunde Dubai

Dr. Shikha Dhirender

15 jaar ervaring 5.0 (5 geverifieerde recensies)

2,990+
Patients seen
15
Years in practice
5
Publications
3
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Shikha Dhirender at a glance

Dr. Shikha Dhirender is an Oogheelkunde practitioner based in Dubai, Verenigde Arabische Emiraten, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. They have 11+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2007). Serves patients in Dubai, Verenigde Arabische Emiraten and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

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Dr Shikha Dhirender is an Ophthalmologist with more than a decade of experience in the diagnosis and management of a wide range of eye conditions. She is currently practicing at the Royal Phoenix Clinic, Wasl Village, providing comprehensive ophthalmic care for adults and children.
Her clinical expertise includes the management of conjunctival diseases such as conjunctivitis, dry eye, and pterygium, with experience in advanced techniques including autograft, fibrin, glue, and amniotic membrane grafting. She also manages corneal conditions such as keratitis, anterior segment disorders, and uveitis. Dr Dhirender provides glaucoma care, including screening, medical treatment, and laser procedures.
In addition, she has extensive experience in managing eyelid conditions such as chalazion, xanthelasma, trichiasis, styes, and trachoma. She also offers medical retina services, including the evaluation and management of diabetic and hypertensive retinopathy. Her surgical practice includes cataract evaluation and phacoemulsification procedures, as well as refractive error management for both adults and children.
Dr Dhirender completed her MBBS and MS in Ophthalmology, followed by a Fellowship in Medical Retina at Venu Eye Institute, New Delhi. She also undertook senior residency at CR Hospital, Mumbai, and has worked in several hospitals across India before moving to her current role in the UAE. 

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

— Dr. Shikha Dhirender

Opleiding & training

  1. 2001–2007 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Dubai (AE)
  2. 2007–2011 Residency · Oogheelkunde
    Universitat de València, Dubai (AE)

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2011-09–2012-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Oogheelkunde

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-547153 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of Oogheelkunde
#EB-6A8D0613 · issued 2012 · renewal 2022
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: Generali Healthcare · 5,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
GP consultation 99213 52
Annual physical exam 99395 1,722
Vaccination administration 90471 1,418
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,965

Diensten & prijzen

DienstDuurModaliteitPrijs
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

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

Shikha Dhirender
HEADSHOT
Shikha Dhirender in consultation
IN OFFICE
Shikha Dhirender with the team
WITH TEAM
Shikha Dhirender at a conference
CONFERENCE

Video's

introduction · 75s
Meet Shikha Dhirender

Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 4 · i10: 5

  1. Long-term follow-up of Oogheelkunde across AE
    Shikha Dhirender, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.1114/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 33726038 · geciteerd door 60
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Oogheelkunde
    Shikha Dhirender, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7856/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 33306917 · geciteerd door 158
  3. Long-term follow-up of Oogheelkunde across AE
    Shikha Dhirender, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.8225/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 30757864 · geciteerd door 168

Uitgenodigde lezingen

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

Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen

Onderscheidingen

  • 🏆 Top-rated Oogheelkunde — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

Lidmaatschappen

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

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to Oogheelkunde 2026-03-08 · 7 min lezen
  • Awareness When should you see a oogheelkunde? 2026-01-22 · 8 min lezen

Voor internationale patiënten

Coördinator
Patient liaison · shikha.singh@euroclinics.example
Geaccepteerde internationale verzekeringen
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Locatie

1 tag

Patiëntbeoordelingen

5 geverifieerde recensies
5.00
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5 recensies
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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Recente recensies

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

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr. Shikha Dhirender's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr. Shikha Dhirender treats, with the size of the national pool of Verenigde Arabische Emiraten doctors offering the same care.

Oogheelkunde

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

Dr. Shikha Dhirender is one of 418 oogheelkunde doctors indexed in Verenigde Arabische Emiraten. Browse oogheelkunde doctors in Verenigde Arabische Emiraten →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Dubai matters

Medical practice in Verenigde Arabische Emiraten is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Verenigde Arabische Emiraten medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Dubai 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 Shikha Dhirender specialise in?

    Shikha Dhirender specialises in Oogheelkunde in Dubai, AE. 11 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Shikha Dhirender treat?

    Shikha Dhirender treats conditions within Oogheelkunde. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Shikha Dhirender practise?

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

  • What languages does Shikha Dhirender speak?

    Shikha Dhirender speaks English, Hindi, Marathi.

  • How do I book an appointment with Shikha Dhirender?

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  • What do patients say about Shikha Dhirender?

    Shikha Dhirender has a verified rating of 5/5 from 5 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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