Mr Nabil Habib
Medical qualifications
MB ChB (Hons), FRCOphth, FRCSYear of qualification:
1984Areas of expertise:
OphthalmologyPractising at:
Clinics:
- Weekly Tuesday AM or PM
Member of:
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- International Society of Refractive Surgeons
- UK Ireland Society of Cataract Refractive Surgeons
- Cornea Society
Contact details:
Profile:
As consultant surgeon at the Royal Eye Infirmary in Plymouth since 1997, Mr Habib regularly performs major eye operations including corneal transplants, surgery to treat cataracts, glaucoma, and eye trauma as well as laser treatment. He also treats Age-related Macular Degeneration patients with new therapeutic agents such as Lucentis and other anti-VEGF agents. He works closely with the League of Friends of the Royal Eye Infirmary to purchase advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment to provide up to date service to patients in the Peninsula.
Research:
Research papers available on request.
Other interests:
His sub-specialty interest is in corneal transplantation surgery including new lamellar techniques and refractive and vision correction surgery, procedures which can reduce or eliminate the need for corrective lenses, providing patients with improved vision and a new sense of freedom. He performs laser assisted in situ keratomeleusis (LASIK), astigmatic keratotomy (AK), lamellar keratoplasty (LK), endothelial transplants (DSAEK), laser assisted epithelial keratomeleusis (LASEK) and clear lens extraction.
Current posts:
Consultant Ophthalmic & Corneal Transplant Surgeon, Royal Eye Infirmary
Honorary University Fellow, Peninsula Medical School
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