Mr. Ijaz Sheikh, a fellowship-trained medical retina specialist, offers expert, personalised care for people with diabetes-related eye disease. With specialist training at Bristol Eye Hospital, he combines clinical precision with a supportive, patient-first approach.
less common but more aggressive, caused by abnormal blood vessels under the retina
less common but more aggressive, caused by abnormal blood vessels under the retina
Many people experience no symptoms in the early stages, which is why regular diabetic eye screening is essential.
Mr. Sheikh uses state-of-the-art imaging tools for accurate diagnosis and progress tracking:
These tools ensure Mr. Sheikh can spot even subtle signs of diabetic damage and intervene early.
Yes, early-stage diabetic retinopathy may still require monitoring or treatment to prevent vision loss.
At least once a year, or more often if changes are found. Mr. Sheikh will advise based on your stage.
The eye is numbed with drops. Most patients find the procedure comfortable and quick.
While the damage cannot always be reversed, timely treatment can prevent it from worsening.
Many patients experience significant improvement or stabilisation of vision with proper treatment.
If you have diabetes—don’t wait for symptoms to appear.
Mr. Ijaz Sheikh offers expert, proactive care to detect and treat diabetic retinopathy early, helping protect your vision for the long term.
