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