Dr. Abeer Khalid Al Ali Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus
Years of Experience : 15
Nationality : United Arab Emirates
Languages Known : Arabic, English
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Dr. Abeer Khalid Al Ali is a compassionate and patient-focused healthcare professional with extensive expertise in diagnosing, treating, and surgically managing a wide range of pediatric eye conditions. Her clinical expertise includes managing complex cases such as Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP), congenital cataracts, pediatric glaucoma, and strabismus, as well as performing basic pediatric oculoplastic procedures and eye trauma repair. Dr. Al Ali has a distinguished academic and professional background, including a full-time fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus at the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, University of Cape Town, South Africa. She is Arab Board Certified in Ophthalmology and holds an Executive Master of Healthcare Administration from Zayed University. She has also completed advanced training programs and courses in ophthalmology from prestigious institutions such as Harvard University, the International Council of Ophthalmology, and the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Al Ali is a dedicated educator and leader, mentoring residents and junior staff while introducing innovative training methods, such as surgical wet and dry labs. She has also played a pivotal role in improving ROP screening processes and implementing evidence-based clinical protocols to enhance patient safety and outcomes. Dr. Al Ali is an active contributor to the global ophthalmology community, having presented at numerous international conferences and authored research on topics such as ROP management, pediatric cataracts, and thyroid eye disease. She is a member of several professional organizations, including the World Society of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, the Asia-Pacific Strabismus and Pediatric Ophthalmology Society, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Research & Publications
- Different retinopathy of prematurity severity and outcomes in triplets: A Case Report. SAGE Open Medical Case Reports., 2020
- Ascertaining the consequences of the long-term use of topical corticosteroid treatment for VKC among a pediatric group from a chosen tertiary hospital in Cape town. Audit, 2019
- Early Recurrence of Retinopathy of Prematurity after Initial Intravitreal Ranibizumab Therapy – Experience from a Tertiary Referral Center in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Abu Dhabi, 2017. AAPOS CAPOS, Shanghai, China, 2017. WCPOS IV in Hyderabad, 2017
- Three-year study of microbial profile and clinical characteristic of infectious keratitis presented at a tertiary cornea unit in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Presented on ESCRS, Bella Center, Copenhagen, Denmark, 2016
Education & Training
- Global Clinical Scholar Research Training Program (GCSRT) – Harvard University, online: 2024
- fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
- Ophthalmology Arab Board Certification: 2015
- Executive Master of Healthcare Administration (EMHCA) – Zayed University, UAE: 2012
- Bachelor of Science in Basic Medical Sciences and Doctor of Medicine (MD) – Arabian Gulf University, Bahrain: 2005
Expertise
- Pediatric ophthalmology and comprehensive eye exam and vision check
- Pediatric and adult strabismus
- Retinopathy of prematurity
- Amblyopia
- Lacrimal probing
- Refractive error (Myopia, Hyperopia, and astigmatism)
- Pediatric cataract
- Red eye and eye Trauma
- Pediatric Eyelids chalazion
- Pediatric eye Trauma
Membership
- Member – Emirati Ophthalmology Board Committee
- Member – World Society of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (WSPOS), 2020 – Present
- Member in International Strabismological Association
- Member – Asia-Pacific Strabismus and Pediatric Ophthalmology Society (APSPOS), 2017 – Present
- Ophthalmology Residency Program – SKMC (2015 – Present): Organized resident teaching schedules and modules based on AAO guidelines, Coordinated speakers, surgical wet labs, and on-call rotas, Taught medical students, interns, and residents
- Member – Emirates Medical Association, 2014 – Present
- Member – International Society of Refractive Surgery, 2014 – Present
Blogs
How Hypertension and Diabetes Impact Your Eye Health: A Guide to Glaucoma
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Understanding and Correcting Squint: Comprehensive Guidance from the Department of Ophthalmology, Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi
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Dry Eyes – Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
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