Overview
Diabetes is reaching epidemic proportions and is a major health concern. With time, diabetes gradually weakens blood vessel walls developing small leaks. In the eye, we can see small hemorrhages, exudates, and retinal fluid resulting in visually threatening complications. Eyes shall be examined at least once yearly if the patient has diabetes. This is due to the possibility of developing related diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, cataract, and glaucoma.
Our ophthalmologists will complete a full check for your eyes and will customize in a multidisciplinary approach the plan of care needed with the endocrinologist and the dietician. A follow-up visit is scheduled regularly to make sure the problem does not get out of control.
Who should consider the Diabetic Eye Care Unit visit?
- Patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes shall have a yearly comprehensive eye examination
What do we offer you at the Diabetic Eye Care Unit?
- Specialists in diabetic eye care have the resources to help monitor your eye health and stay on top of the health changes caused by diabetes
- Team-based approach that brings experts from across different specialties who develop coordinated, individualized treatment plans
- The latest advanced eye diseases treatment tailored to each patient medical condition
What are the complications of Diabetic Eye disease?
- People with type 1 diabetes are at a higher risk for eye complications and peripheral neuropathy
- People with diabetes are at higher risk of blindness than people without diabetes
Diseases and Conditions Treated
It occurs when the blood vessels in the retina become leaky and this is a leading cause of vision loss or blindness in adults. It is caused by changes in the blood vessels of the retina.
It occurs when the naturally clear lens in the eye becomes cloudy, causing blurred vision, and eventually blindness if left untreated.
Patients with uncontrolled diabetes can also develop glaucoma, a condition that causes damage to the optic nerve. Vision loss from glaucoma is irreversible and can eventually cause permanent blindness.
Our Team at the Diabetic Eye Unit
FAQs
- Qatar ID / valid passport
- Insurance card
- Laboratory studies (in case available)
For insurance and price inquiries, please contact our call center at +974 4400 4400 between 8 am to 10 pm.
The Diabetic Eye Care Specialty Unit in Aman Hospital is located at the following address: Ground Floor, Outpatient 2.
We recommend you allow enough time to park to ensure you arrive on time. Please plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment time. Our valet parking is here to assist you, take your car and park it safely in our underground parking.
Always feel free to bring someone with you to your appointments. A family member or friend can help ask questions, remember the information your care team gives you, and provide support.
Please call our call center at +974 4400 4400. They are available from Saturday to Thursday from 8 am to 10 pm to help you reschedule or cancel your appointment.
Our Support Services
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- Healthcare practitioner who will coordinate all your appointments and make sure to schedule the appointments at your convenience. For any inquiry, please contact +974 4400 4400.
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