EyeCare Hospital is proud to welcome Dr. Almas Adnan Ismail, the Maldives’ first ophthalmologist to complete a Fellowship in Glaucoma, marking an important milestone in advancing specialised eye care services in the country.
Dr. Almas joins EyeCare as a Consultant Ophthalmologist. She completed her Glaucoma Fellowship at Vision Eye Hospital in Dhaka, Bangladesh, with advanced training in Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS), phacoemulsification. She has passed both Part A and Part B of the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) examinations and continues to actively participate in international ophthalmology conferences. She will consult at EyeCare Hospital’s Hulhumalé Annex.
What is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma, often referred to as the “silent thief of sight,” is a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. What makes glaucoma particularly dangerous is that it usually develops slowly and painlessly. Many people experience no noticeable symptoms during the early stages, meaning vision can be permanently damaged before they realise anything is wrong.
Although vision loss to glaucoma cannot be restored, early diagnosis and timely treatment can significantly slow or prevent further vision loss.
Who Should Be Screened?
Regular comprehensive eye examinations are the best defence against glaucoma. You may be at higher risk if you:
- Are over 40 years of age.
- Have a family history of glaucoma.
- Have diabetes or high blood pressure.
- Have high eye pressure.
- Have previously suffered an eye injury.
- Have been using steroid medications for an extended period.
Even individuals without symptoms should undergo routine eye examinations, as glaucoma can only be detected through a comprehensive assessment by an eye care professional.
Even individuals without symptoms should undergo routine eye examinations, as glaucoma can only be detected through a comprehensive assessment by an eye care professional.
Book an Appointment
Dr. Almas is now consulting at EyeCare Hospital Hulhumalé Annex.
Appointments can be scheduled easily through the EyeCare website, as well as via Viber and WhatsApp at 720 1026, offering patients a faster alternative without the need to wait on calls.
Click to see: How to Book an Appointment on EyeCare Website
