Dr. Osama Giledi
Snapshot Highlights
- Consultant Ophthalmologist specializing in Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Vision Correction Surgery
- Associate Professor of Ophthalmology (Adjunct)
- Chief of Cornea & Refractive Surgery Service, Moorfields UAE
- Over 23,000 refractive surgeries performed
- 22 years of experience in the UK in anterior segment, cornea, refractive, and cataract surgery
Professional Experience and Expertise
Dr. Osama Giledi is a distinguished Consultant Ophthalmologist with a profound specialization in Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery. He is a key figure at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai, located in Dubai Healthcare City. His clinical practice is dedicated to managing complex ocular surface conditions, including severe dry eye and stem cell deficiencies. Dr. Giledi is highly proficient in performing advanced cataract surgery using small incision phacoemulsification and expertly fitting premium toric and multifocal intraocular lenses. His expertise extends to all modern corneal graft procedures, such as DALK and DSAEK, for complex corneal diseases. Furthermore, Dr. Giledi possesses extensive experience in refractive vision correction, having successfully performed over 23,000 procedures including LASIK, LASEK, Intralase LASIK, Trans PRK, and phakic IOLs. He is also at the forefront of treating keratoconus, offering advanced interventions like intracorneal ring segments, corneal cross-linking, and specialized laser treatments.
Education and Subspecialty Training
Dr. Giledi earned his medical degree (MBBCh) and subsequently achieved a Fellowship in Ophthalmology from The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 1996. He further honed his skills through two years of advanced subspecialty fellowship training in anterior segment, cornea, and refractive surgery. This prestigious fellowship was completed in 2003 at the renowned Corneoplastic Unit and Eye Bank at Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead. His foundational ophthalmic training was undertaken in the United Kingdom.
Professional Affiliations and Recognition
Dr. Giledi’s commitment to advancing ophthalmology is reflected in his extensive teaching and training experience. He is a sought-after presenter at national and international medical conferences and has a significant portfolio of research published in respected peer-reviewed scientific journals. His professional memberships include the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, the United Kingdom & Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. He also holds the esteemed position of GCAA Approved Specialist Aeromedical Medical Examiner. His academic contributions are further recognized by his role as an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology (Adjunct).
Previous Clinical Roles
Prior to his current position, Dr. Giledi served as a Consultant Ophthalmologist at both the Centre for Sight in London and the Corneoplastic Unit and Eye Bank at Queen Victoria Hospital. His tenure in the UK spanned 22 years, during which he provided exceptional care in anterior segment, cornea, refractive, and cataract surgery.
Languages
Dr. Giledi is fluent in both English and Arabic, enabling him to provide comprehensive care to a diverse patient population.