Frequently Asked Questions

Good LASIK candidates are typically 18 years or older, have stable vision prescription for at least one year, have healthy corneas with adequate thickness, no severe dry eye syndrome, and realistic expectations about the procedure outcomes.

The actual LASIK procedure typically takes only 10-15 minutes per eye. However, you should plan to be at the facility for approximately 1-2 hours for pre-operative preparation and post-operative instructions.

Most patients experience significant vision improvement within 24-48 hours. You can typically return to work after 1-2 days, though full visual stabilization may take 1-3 months. Avoid strenuous activities and swimming for the first week.

LASIK is not painful. Numbing eye drops are used during the procedure, so you should feel no pain. You may experience mild pressure or discomfort, and some burning or grittiness for a few hours afterward, but this is easily managed with prescribed drops.

Cataracts are a clouding of the eye's natural lens. They are most commonly caused by aging, but can also result from injury, certain medications (especially steroids), diabetes, smoking, and excessive UV exposure. Cataracts develop gradually and can affect one or both eyes.

Cataract surgery is recommended when your vision loss begins to interfere with daily activities like reading, driving, or recognizing faces. There's no need to wait until the cataract is "ripe." Modern techniques allow for safe surgery at any stage when symptoms impact your quality of life.

The actual cataract surgery typically takes 15-20 minutes per eye. It's performed as an outpatient procedure under local anesthesia with sedation. You'll be able to go home the same day, usually within 1-2 hours after the procedure.

A cornea transplant (keratoplasty) is a surgical procedure to replace damaged or diseased corneal tissue with healthy donor tissue. It's performed to restore vision, reduce pain, and treat severe corneal damage or disease that cannot be treated with medication or less invasive procedures.

Adults should have comprehensive eye exams every 1-2 years, or annually if you wear glasses/contacts, have diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of eye disease. After age 60, annual exams are recommended. Children should have their first exam at 6 months, then at age 3, and before starting school.

Dr. Ahmed Sherif works with Dar El Oyoun Hospital which accepts various insurance plans. Please contact the hospital directly at 02-37963013 (Sheikh Zayed) or 02-33382136 (Dokki) to verify your specific insurance coverage and benefits.

Dr. Ahmed Sherif sees patients at two Dar El Oyoun Hospital locations: Sheikh Zayed and Dokki, Cairo. Operating hours are typically Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and confirm availability.