Vertrouwensscore 8/100
Dr. Wafaa Al Chaer
👤 5 jaar ervaring
10,135+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
15
Publications
4
Languages spoken
Over
Dr Wafaa Al Shaer is a Specialist Ophthalmologist at GMCClinics in Dubai, with over 30 years of experience in ophthalmology and eye surgery. She specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal vascular diseases, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and hereditary retinal disorders, in addition to providing general ophthalmic care. She is also licensed to perform certified vision evaluations for pilots through the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
Dr Al Shaer graduated in medicine from the Medical Academy in Bulgaria before completing her postgraduate specialty training in ophthalmology and eye microsurgery at the Union Scientific Research Institute for Eye Disease and Microsurgery in Moscow. She subsequently earned a PhD in Medical Sciences from the Sechenov Medical Institute in Moscow, with a thesis on the long-term effects and clinical efficiency of laser coniopuncture in various applications.
From 1989 to 1999, Dr Al Shaer practised as part of the specialist ophthalmology team at Rashid and Dubai Hospitals under the Dubai Department of Health. She later worked at the Laser Eye Centre in Dubai, where she expanded her expertise in LASIK surgery. She continues to update her knowledge by attending international ophthalmology congresses and has contributed to public education on eye diseases through media appearances and published articles.
Her clinical services include comprehensive eye examinations (including for paediatric patients and pilots), amblyopia treatment, diabetic retinopathy management with laser, glaucoma and hypertension-related ocular care, evaluation of neuro-ophthalmological disorders, and pre-LASIK surgery assessments. She is also experienced in advanced diagnostic techniques such as fundus fluorescein angiography, macular and optic nerve head OCT, visual field testing, and retinal imaging.
Dr Al Shaer speaks English, Russian, Bulgarian, and Arabic.
Dr Al Shaer graduated in medicine from the Medical Academy in Bulgaria before completing her postgraduate specialty training in ophthalmology and eye microsurgery at the Union Scientific Research Institute for Eye Disease and Microsurgery in Moscow. She subsequently earned a PhD in Medical Sciences from the Sechenov Medical Institute in Moscow, with a thesis on the long-term effects and clinical efficiency of laser coniopuncture in various applications.
From 1989 to 1999, Dr Al Shaer practised as part of the specialist ophthalmology team at Rashid and Dubai Hospitals under the Dubai Department of Health. She later worked at the Laser Eye Centre in Dubai, where she expanded her expertise in LASIK surgery. She continues to update her knowledge by attending international ophthalmology congresses and has contributed to public education on eye diseases through media appearances and published articles.
Her clinical services include comprehensive eye examinations (including for paediatric patients and pilots), amblyopia treatment, diabetic retinopathy management with laser, glaucoma and hypertension-related ocular care, evaluation of neuro-ophthalmological disorders, and pre-LASIK surgery assessments. She is also experienced in advanced diagnostic techniques such as fundus fluorescein angiography, macular and optic nerve head OCT, visual field testing, and retinal imaging.
Dr Al Shaer speaks English, Russian, Bulgarian, and Arabic.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr. Wafaa Al Chaer
Opleiding & training
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2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2017–2021 Residency · Oogheelkunde
Carrière & aanstellingen
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2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
Vergunningen & verzekering
Medische licenties
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Boardcertificeringen
European Board of Oogheelkunde
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering:
AmTrust Europe · 4,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file
Uitgevoerde procedures
| Procedure | Code | Levenslang aantal |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,570 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,844 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,572 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,035 |
Diensten & prijzen
| Dienst | Duur | Modaliteit | Prijs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 810.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 540.00 EUR |
Praktijk, team & in praktijk
Video's
Onderzoek & publicaties
h-index: 14 · i10: 13
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Validation of clinical scoring in Oogheelkunde
DOI: 10.6446/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 32605739 · geciteerd door 10
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Long-term follow-up of Oogheelkunde across AE
DOI: 10.6418/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 36962759 · geciteerd door 168
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Validation of clinical scoring in Oogheelkunde
DOI: 10.3925/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 39851726 · geciteerd door 142
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Long-term follow-up of Oogheelkunde across AE
DOI: 10.9177/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 32039196 · geciteerd door 196
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
Lidmaatschappen
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2022
- national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2022
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2022
Artikelen van deze arts
- Patient education Patient guide to Oogheelkunde
- Awareness When should you see a oogheelkunde?
Voor internationale patiënten
- Coördinator
- Patient liaison · wafaa.al.chaer@euroclinics.example
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★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Geverifieerd Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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