Heba Allah Abdel-Wahed
Nasr City, Cairo,Egypt
Summary
Ophthalmologist and university lecturer with more than 13 years of professional experience, with particular expertise in strabismus and paediatric ophthalmology. Experienced in outpatient assessment, ophthalmic investigations, emergency care, cataract surgery, minor procedures, perioperative management, undergraduate teaching and examination. Active conference speaker and researcher.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lecturer, Department of Ophthalmology
Al-Zahraa University Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Delivered lectures, seminars, and tutorials; facilitated undergraduate examinations and academic activities to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Mentored junior staff in administering therapeutics and performing operative techniques, fostering skill development and confidence in clinical settings.
- Provided comprehensive clinical care in outpatient clinics, hospital wards, and operating theatre environments, ensuring patient safety and quality of care.
Ophthalmology Specialist
Military Hospital
Cairo, Egypt
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Performed and assisted in high-volume micro-surgeries, including cataract extractions (phacoemulsification), pterygium excisions, and intravitreal injections, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Managed acute ophthalmic emergencies, ocular trauma, and chemical burns while providing 24/7 on-call hospital coverage, delivering critical care and enhancing patient safety.
- Conducted comprehensive ophthalmic evaluations, including slit-lamp examinations, gonioscopy, and indirect ophthalmoscopy for up to 30 patients daily, ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
- Formulated and executed treatment plans for chronic conditions such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration
- Analyzed and interpreted complex diagnostic imaging, including Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Fundus Fluorescein Angiography (FFA), and Visual Fields.
Ophthalmology Specialist
El-Sheikh Zaid Al Nahyan Hospital
10.2017 - 06.2019
- Conducted comprehensive ophthalmic evaluations, including slit-lamp examinations, gonioscopy, and indirect ophthalmoscopy, ensuring accurate diagnosis for up to 20 patients daily.
- Formulated and executed treatment plans for chronic conditions such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration
- Analyzed and interpreted complex diagnostic imaging, including Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Fundus Fluorescein Angiography (FFA), and Visual Fields, contributing to effective treatment decisions.
- Managed urgent ophthalmic emergencies in clinical settings, providing timely interventions to preserve patient vision.
Ophthalmology Resident
El-Zahraa University Hospital
10.2014 - 10.2017
- Examined patients, assessed vision, diagnosed eye diseases, and developed tailored treatment plans to enhance patient outcomes.
- Managed acute eye injuries and performed corneal foreign body removals, addressing urgent consultations to ensure timely patient care.
- Evaluated hospitalised patients with systemic conditions affecting eyes and coordinated interdisciplinary care with primary teams to optimise treatment.
Education
Doctor of Medicine - Ophthalmology
Faculty of Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University
Cairo04-2026
Master Degree - Ophthalmology
Faculty of Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University
Cairo11-2017
Bachelor of Medicine & General Surgery -
Faculty of Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University
Cairo12-2012
Skills
- Surgical
- Clinical evaluation
- Diagnostic imaging
- Treatment planning
- Patient interaction
- Lecture planning
- Academic leadership
Researches
- Anterior Segment OCT Changes After Phacoemulsification.
- Inferior Oblique Muscle Anterior Transposition versus Superior Rectus Muscle Recession in the Treatment of Dissociated Vertical Deviation (DVD).
Timeline
Lecturer, Department of Ophthalmology
Al-Zahraa University Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Ophthalmology Specialist
Military Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022
Ophthalmology Specialist
El-Sheikh Zaid Al Nahyan Hospital
10.2017 - 06.2019
Ophthalmology Resident
El-Zahraa University Hospital
10.2014 - 10.2017
Doctor of Medicine - Ophthalmology
Faculty of Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University
Master Degree - Ophthalmology
Faculty of Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University
Bachelor of Medicine & General Surgery -
Faculty of Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University