36 | July 2012 | woman this month Consumer Report Kingdom’s medical field is bustling with new, innovative technologies that can make our lives easier. Long gone are the days where treatments were confined to going under the knife and spending a fortune. Today, correcting your vision or the removal of cellulite can be as simple as a one day procedure. Woman This Month helps you to narrow down your choices, as we list the best optics and dermatology clinics on the island. Optics Eye treatment and surgery has come a long way with today’s technological advances. If you are tired of wearing your contacts and lenses, then rest assured that lasik procedures are as non-invasive as ever. If you have been looking to get your eyes checked, correct an abnormality, or are in the market for a new pair of specs, then read on for a list of Bahrain’s most reputable clinics. Al Estiqlal Eye Clinic Location: Sanad Procedures: Dedicated to providing patients with a wide range of comprehensive quality eye care services, Estiqlal offers emergency services, various ocular surgery and corneal topography. The clinic also has a specialised eye wear and contact lens department. Contact: 17 626-767. Al Reefy Eye and Lasik Centre Location: Manama Procedures: Optical procedures require the utmost precision and that is why many rely on Al Reefy Hospital. Using advanced machines and equipment, the centre brings the most modern treatments for correcting vision. Among the many procedures that are performed include customised lasik surgery, laser treatment for Presbyopia and even squint correction procedures. Contact: 17 406-666. Bahrain Specialist Hospital Location: Juffair Procedures: The all purpose hospital has, over the years, developed a fully efficient optics department. Among the services on offer is general eye surgery, cataract surgery by ultrasound, corneal transplant, management of allergic eye conditions as well as management of eye injuries. Contact: 17 812-000. Ibn Rushd Clinic Location: Zinj Procedures: This long standing specialised eye centre provides high quality and complete eye care for both the Kingdom and the entire GCC region. The trained professional team is headed by Dr Hassan Al Arrayed who boasts over 20 years of experience in refractive surgery and over 40 years of experience as an eye surgeon. Contact: 17 722-828. Optica Location: Various outlets Procedures: One of the Kingdom’s leading eyewear boutiques, Optica offers the highest quality solutions to your vision woes. The portfolio of products and services offered range from affordable to premium choices. Among the many eyewear brands available are Ray-Ban, Carrera, Emporio Armani, Tag Heuer, Bvlgari and Cartier. Contact: 17 000-250. Royal Bahrain Hospital Location: Al-Salmaniya Procedures: With state of the art infrastructure, top notch technology and equipment, the Royal Bahrain Hospital’s ophthalmology department brings you the best in modern eye treatments. Full examinations, vision correction and reconstructions as well as emergency surgeries are all offered. The department also deals with tearing in children with lacrimal ducts obstruction. Eyelid and squint surgeries are also available. Contact: 17 246-800.
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