Dr Omar Khalil
Senior Specialist
Department & Services
Department
OphthalmologySpeciality
Retina & VitreousAbout
Dr Omar Khalil is a highly experienced Senior Specialist specialising in retina & vitreous. With over a decade of dedicated clinical practice across leading institutions in the UAE and internationally, he has established a reputation for rigorous, patient-centred care grounded in the latest evidence.
Dr Khalil approaches every consultation with patience and thoroughness. he believes that accurate diagnosis depends as much on listening as on investigation, and takes the time to understand each patient's individual health history, lifestyle, and concerns before formulating a treatment plan.
Before joining Ark Medical Centre, Dr Khalil completed advanced training in retina & vitreous at prestigious institutions in the United Kingdom and the Gulf region. he has been practising in the UAE for over ten years and holds a current licence from the Dubai Health Authority.
Dr Khalil is a regular contributor to his specialty's professional community, participating in national conferences and contributing to peer-reviewed literature. he is committed to continuing medical education and incorporating the latest clinical guidelines into everyday practice.
Experience
- Senior Specialist, Retina & Vitreous — Ark Medical Centre, Dubai (2020 – Present)
- Specialist, Retina & Vitreous — NMC Specialty Hospital, Abu Dhabi (2016 – 2020)
- Registrar, Retina & Vitreous — King's College Hospital, London (2012 – 2016)
- House Officer — Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast (2010 – 2012)
Achievements & Awards
- Fellowship in Retina & Vitreous — Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons
- DHA Licensed Senior Specialist — Dubai Health Authority
- Diplomate, Arab Board of Medical Specialisations
- Published research papers in peer-reviewed journals on retina & vitreous
- Recipient of the Clinical Excellence Award, NMC Healthcare Group (2019)
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Ark Medical Centre
Healthcare City
Building 64, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai
+971-4-362-7000
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