Mr Samer Hamada
Medical qualifications
MD, MSc, DO(hons), FEBO, FRCSEd, FRCOphth
Year of qualification
1994
Consultation fee(s)
Professional profile
Mr Hamada is a highly trained and experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist and Cornea Surgeon with a special interest in cornea, cataract and laser and lens refractive surgeries in adults and children. With over 25 years in ophthalmology, he is a pioneer in managing corneal diseases in children. As one of the few eye surgeons worldwide with the educational, academic, and clinical expertise, Mr Hamada excels in handling complex paediatric corneal cases.
Mr Hamada holds advanced qualifications in Cataract and Refractive surgery, including a Master’s Degree from Ulster University and fellowship training at prestigious international eye centres. He has performed more than 20,000 cataract surgeries, many involving intricate cases that were referred for his expertise and skills.
In his surgical practice, Mr Hamada has completed more than 1,000 grafts, covering procedures such as Penetrating Keratoplasty (PKP), Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK), and Endothelial Keratoplasty (EK) including DSEK and DMEK. He has operated on children as young as six-month-old and older children, showcasing his proficiency in delicate paediatric surgeries. His expertise extends to secondary IOLs (scleral sutured, iris-clip, and AC-IOL), anterior segment reconstruction, iridoplasty, and glaucoma filtration surgeries.
Moreover, Mr Hamada has successfully managed highly complex ocular surface diseases with advanced techniques like amniotic membrane transplantation, stem cell transplantation, and ocular surface reconstruction.
In addition to his outstanding surgical skills, Mr Hamada is renowned for his genuine empathy and compassion, which consistently put patients at ease. His accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans, even for the most complex cases, have earned him numerous glowing reviews. Patient testimonies consistently highlight Mr Hamada’s kindness, compassion and an ability to effortlessly elevate any anxiety or concerns.
Mr Hamada’s dedication to his field and his extensive experience make him a leading figure in ophthalmology, particularly in paediatric corneal disease management, ensuring patients receive the highest level of care and expertise.
Speciality
Ophthalmology
Qualifications
Mr Hamada has completed higher specialist training at reputable national and international centres of excellence. After completing his general ophthalmic surgical training, he undertook five years of sub-specialist training with fellowships in cataract, corneal and refractive surgery. Additionally, he is fellowship trained in managing corneal diseases in children from Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children.
Currently, Mr Hamada is a consultant eye surgeon at the world-famous Corneoplastic Unit and Eye Bank at Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Trust where he manages complex referrals of corneal and eye surfaces diseases in adults and children from all around the UK.
Specialist Interests
Cornea
Cataract
Refractive Lens Exchange
Refractive Laser Surgery
Dry Eye Disease
Current memberships
Royal College of Ophthalmology
ESCRS
American Academy of Ophthalmology
ISRS
Eye Law Chamber
Royal College of Ophthalmology
Personal profile
- 2023 Board certified and awarded designation of fellow of the World College of Refractive Surgery and Visual Sciences (WCRSVS)
- 2022 EVO Vision ICL 500 Award as UK top surgeon and world leader in phakic IOL implantation, Milan
- 2021 Certificate of Prestige in recognition of my contribution to the international EVO ICL technology in China
- Outstanding Patient Experience nominee every year since 2012
- 2016 Patients’ Experience Staff Award, QVH NHS, UK (nominated by patients yearly since 2013)
- 2015 Patients’ Experience Staff Award, QVH NHS, UK
- 2014 Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- 2013 Staff Award: Best team, Corneoplastic Unit and Eye Bank, QVH, UK
- 2011 – Life Achievement Honour Award from Syrian-British Ophthalmology Society
- Outstanding Patient Experience nominee every year since 2012
- 2006 – “Honourable Mention”/Outcomes of Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK) from European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS), Monte Carlo
- 2005 – Staff Member Award “Most Paediatric Knowledge” Queen Victoria Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust
Research
His passion for research is exemplified by his role as a leading investigator in the UK for presbyopia treatment using corneal inlays that measures only microns (Allotex). His other ongoing research involves:
- Examining the effectiveness of Cyclosporine 0,1% in severe keratitis (Santen sponsored Research)
- Leading the world’s largest adult group in Corneal Neurotisation
- Assessing Quality of Life (QoL) measures after corneal cross-linking
- Spearheading a Screening Programme for paediatric keratoconus
- Investigating outcomes of mouth-to-eye Epithelial Transplantation (MEET)
- Defining success in the management of the blepharokeratoconjuctivitis: evaluating activity and damage.
Through each project, Mr Hamada is actively influencing the future of ophthalmology with his dedication and innovative contributions.
Mr Samer Hamada
Medical qualifications
MD, MSc, DO(hons), FEBO, FRCSEd, FRCOphth
Year of qualification
1994
Consultation fee(s)
Understanding Cataracts: first symptoms, surgery explained and lenses options
In this video, Consultant Ophthalmic, Corneal and Refractive Surgeon Samer Hamada explains what is a cataract, what are the symptoms, what caracat removal surgery involves, as well as the different options of lenses available.
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