Dr. Hesham Gharieb

ophthalmologist

Extensive medical expertise and unwavering dedication in ophthalmology and eye surgery.

Biography

Dr. Hesham Gharieb graduated from Ain Shams University in Egypt, one of the most prestigious universities in the Middle East, with an overall grade of Excellent with Honors. He ranked at the top of his class among his peers.

Professor Dr. Hesham Gharieb is considered one of the leading ophthalmologists and eye surgeons in Egypt and the Arab world. With many years of medical and academic experience, he is distinguished by his precision, dedication, and continuous advancement in the field of ophthalmology—particularly in corneal surgery, cataract and glaucoma treatment, and vision correction procedures.

Dr. Hesham holds the position of Professor of Ophthalmology at Ain Shams University, one of the most prestigious medical and academic institutions in the Middle East. This role has provided him with a strong academic foundation and scientific expertise grounded in research, education, and advanced clinical practice

He has earned numerous respected international certifications in the field, including the Fellowship of the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO), based in Geneva, Switzerland, where he was recognized as one of the top rising ophthalmologists. He later obtained the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Glasgow, United Kingdom

He is currently a Professor of Ophthalmology and Eye Surgery at Ain Shams University Hospitals. He also serves as the head of research and development department at one of the leading specialized eye hospitals — Eye World Hospital-Giza Egypt.

Specialization

Professor of Ophthalmologist

Qualification

Master’s and Doctorate Degrees

ICO – Geneva , Switzerland

FRCS – Glasgow- UK

Key Academic and Professional Milestones

Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in Glasgow – FRCS
Active Member of the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO), Geneva, Switzerland.
Member of both the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS), two of the world’s largest specialized professional organizations.
Certified Consultant by the Egyptian Medical Syndicate.
He serves as Head of the Research and Development Department at Eye World Hospital (EWH) in Cairo.
Certified Surgical Trainer by the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) and the International Ophthalmology Fellowship Foundation (IOFF).

University

Ain Shams University – EGYPT

Scientific and Humanitarian Contributions

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Hesham firmly believes that “knowledge is a duty that must not be delayed.” Guided by this principle, he has authored several medical books and references in both Arabic and English, serving as practical resources for physicians and postgraduate students.

Among His Publications:

Legal Aspects in Informed Consent Doctor-Patient Relationship
The GUIDE in Ophthalmic Practice series

- - - Uveitis and Maqurades
    - Ophthalmic Oncology Guidelines
    - Complications in Ophthalmic Practice

He was also one of the founding members of the Egyptian Society for Keratoconus and Corneal Transplantation (ESKCT), playing a key role in promoting awareness and early treatment of corneal disorders at the national level.

He is a well Known International Speaker in his field of expertise …. as he is a regular speaker in many national and international Ophthalmology conferences in the field of intraocular lenses, glaucoma and corneal surgeries

He Has many International Publications

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“Hundreds of successful surgeries… and unforgettable smiles”

Dr. Hesham Gharib has performed thousands of delicate eye surgeries for both children and adults, successfully restoring sight in highly complex cases — including children born with congenital glaucoma, who underwent surgery successfully within their very first months of life.