Who Is Dr. Ahmed Shaarawy? Cornea & Refractive Surgeon, Cairo

Dr. Ahmed Shaarawy is a consultant cornea and refractive surgeon, and one of the leading sub-specialists in corneal transplantation and vision correction in Egypt and the Middle East. He has spent more than 20 years in advanced eye surgery. When other ophthalmologists face a complex cornea case, he is often the surgeon they refer it to.

Highlights

• First surgeon to perform S-stamp DMEK endothelial keratoplasty in Egypt

• International fellowship from the Devers Eye Institute — Portland, Oregon, USA

• 10,000+ successful eye and cornea surgeries

• 4.9/5 patient rating across hundreds of reviews

• Surgical success rate of 98%

International and Academic Credentials

• Cornea sub-specialty fellowship at the Devers Eye Institute, Portland, Oregon — USA (2014)

• Trained under Prof. Mark A. Terry and Dr. Michael D. Straiko — pioneers of modern endothelial keratoplasty

• PhD in cornea surgery

• Member, American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

• Member, European Society of Cornea Surgeons

• Member, Egyptian Ophthalmological Society

Specialties and Services

Advanced Cornea Surgery

• Endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK / DSAEK)

• Deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK)

• Penetrating keratoplasty (PKP)

• Keratoconus management across all stages

Vision Correction

• LASIK and Femto SMILE Pro

• ICL implantation and premium IOLs

• Astigmatism correction after transplant

General Eye Surgery

• Cataract surgery and premium intraocular lenses

• Chronic dry eye treatment

• Anterior segment reconstruction

Research and Scientific Contributions

Dr. Shaarawy's research has been published with the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). Two contributions stand out:

• Smart Splash technique: a novel approach to cornea surgery

• Graft Exchange After DALK: a refined technique for managing failed lamellar grafts

Endorsement From the Field

"An exceptional physician and surgeon at the leading edge of corneal transplantation techniques — he will leave a lasting mark on the field of ophthalmology and eye surgery."
— Prof. Mark A. Terry, Director of Corneal Services, Devers Eye Institute

Humanitarian Work in Libya

On a volunteer mission to Libya, Dr. Shaarawy performed the country's first corneal transplant after an 8-year pause in such procedures — an operation that earned him a commemorative shield in recognition. For him, the mission was about something simpler: making cornea care reachable for more patients across the Arab region.

Patient Feedback

• 500+ positive patient reviews averaging 4.9/5

• Endorsements from patients across Egypt and the wider Arab region

• Personalized attention before and after every procedure

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Ahmed Shaarawy's specialty?

He is a consultant cornea and refractive surgeon, sub-specialized in corneal transplantation and vision correction.

Where did he complete his fellowship?

At the Devers Eye Institute in Portland, Oregon, USA — completed in 2014.

What are his most notable achievements?

He was the first surgeon to perform DMEK with S-stamp tissue orientation in Egypt.

How many surgeries has he performed?

More than 10,000 documented eye surgeries.

Has he published research?

Yes — his work has been published with the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).

Why He's Considered Among the Top Cornea Surgeons in Egypt

• Sub-specialty focus on complex cornea surgery

• 20+ years of clinical experience

• International fellowship and ongoing training

• Modern, evidence-based techniques with documented outcomes

• Strong patient-reported satisfaction