Consultant Ophthalmologist | 40 Years of Excellence in Eye Care
With a distinguished career spanning over four decades, Mr. Ijaz Sheikh is a highly respected
Consultant Ophthalmologist renowned for his expertise in cataract surgery, oculoplastic
procedures, and retinal conditions. His commitment to excellence has earned him a reputation
for delivering personalised, patient-centred care.
Since qualifying in 1985, Mr. Sheikh has dedicated a significant part of his career to the
education and mentorship of ophthalmologists in the UK and internationally. His involvement in
surgical training programmes, examiner roles, and collaborative teaching workshops has
contributed to raising standards in ophthalmic care across both high- and low-resource settings.
He is also actively involved in charitable and development-focused eye care initiatives,
working with organisations that promote better access to surgery, diagnostics, and clinical
training in underserved communities — particularly across South Asia and Africa.
Mr. Sheikh has co-authored several research publications in the field of ophthalmology.
Patients across Surrey, Sussex, London, and Kent trust Mr. Sheikh for his
comprehensive approach to eye care, combining advanced surgical techniques with
compassionate support. His practice offers a full range of services — from routine to
complex — with a focus on precision, safety, and personal attention
Authors: Tariq Mohammad, Awais Rauf, Rashid Zia, Imran Masood, Sakkaf Ahmed Aftab, Kashif Ali, Sundas Maqsood, Ijaz Sheikh, Muhammad Usman Saeed Acta Scientific Ophthalmology (ISSN: 2582-3191), Volume 8 Issue 5: 02-07
Authors: Sajjad Haider, Nicola Adderley, Mohammad O Tallouzi, Salman Naveed Sadiq, David H Steel, Randhir Chavan, Ijaz Sheikh, Krishnarajah Nirantharakumar, Kym I E Snell BMJ Open. 2023 Apr 3;13(4):e073015. DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-073015
Authors: Scantling-Birch, Yarrow; Naveed Hasan; Khan Hira; Sheikh Ijaz; Zia Rashid DOI: 10.36351/pjo.v38i1.1278
Authors: Aadil Sheikh, Ahsan Bhatti, Oluwaseun Adeyemi, Muhammad Raja, Ijaz Sheikh J Curr Ophthalmol 2021 Jul-Sep; 33(3): 219-266
Authors: M. Ifraheem Khan, Saba Ali Arif, Muhammad Raja, Ijaz Sheikh, M. Saeed Khan
DOI: 10.36351/pjo.v3713.1234
Authors: Hassan, Ali; Alwan, Wisam; Sheikh, Ijaz
Orbit, 02 August 2015
Authors: Jeremy Hoffman, Bazga Ali, Adiele Hoffman, Ijaz Sheikh
British Journal of General Practice, DOI: 10.3399/bjgp15X687181
Authors: Saeed MU, Jafree AJ, Saeed MS, Zia R, Sheikh IM, Heravi M
Semin Ophthalmol. 2012 Jan-Mar; 27(1-2):15-18
Authors: Malhotra R, Sheikh I, Dheansa B
Surv Ophthalmol. 2009 May-Jun; 54(3):356-71
Authors: Leibovitch, I.; Sheikh, I.; Selva, D.; Wormald, P.J.; Malhotra, R. ORBIT 2005 Sep; 24(3):191-4
Authors: Mulhern, M.G.; Sheikh, I.; Sneedon, K.; Gilbert, P.
ORBIT 2005 Jun; 24(2):109-11
Authors: Sheikh, I.; Leibovitch, I.; Selva, D.; Daya, S.; Malhotra, R.
Ophth Plast Reconstr Surg. 2005 May; 21(3):216-9
Authors: Saeed MU, Sheikh I, Jafri AJ
EYE. 2005; 19:1208-12
I was the local Principal Investigator for two trials:
– Telescope Study: Investigating gene therapy for geographic macular degeneration.
– NIHR UK Trial: A study exploring predictors for diabetic retinopathy progression.
I have delivered a series of lectures and symposia (in person and online) to emphasize the
importance of audit and research in Pakistan during 2020-2023.
During my senior medical retina fellowship at Bristol Eye Hospital, I contributed to multiple clinical
trials for patients with age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and uveitis.
Purpose: Double-masked RCT on Lucentis and Avastin
Role: Assessment, Treatment
Purpose: Single-masked RCT on brachytherapy
Role: Recruitment, screening, post-surgery assessment
Purpose: Open-label study on anti-VEGF in Myopic CNV
Role: Recruitment, screening, treatment
Purpose: Anti-VEGF effect on inflammatory CNV
Role: Recruitment, assessment, treatment
Purpose: Diabetic macular edema study – laser vs Anti-VEGF
Role: Assessment & treatment
Purpose: Anti-TNF for chronic stable uveitis
Role: Recruitment, assessment
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