Dr. Aftab Afridi – Eye Specialist

Dr. Aftab Afridi is an Eye Specialist and Eye Surgeon in Peshawar with qualifications including MBBS, MRCS and FCPS. He provides medical and surgical care for a range of eye conditions and has particular expertise in vitreoretinal, PHACO and refractive eye surgery.

Dr. Aftab Afridi completed his MBBS from King Edward Medical University in 2007, followed by MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2013 and FCPS from the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan in 2015.

His clinical work covers the diagnosis and management of common as well as more complex ophthalmological conditions. Patients may consult him for cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, retinal conditions, dry eye, conjunctivitis and other problems affecting vision and eye health.

As an eye surgeon, his documented surgical interests include vitreoretinal surgery, PHACO surgery and refractive surgery. PHACO, or phacoemulsification, is a commonly used modern technique for cataract surgery, while vitreoretinal procedures are used to manage selected conditions affecting the retina and vitreous inside the eye.

Specialty

• Ophthalmology / Eye Surgery

Dr. Aftab Afridi’s areas of practice include:

• General ophthalmology
• Cataract assessment and surgery
• PHACO surgery
• Vitreoretinal conditions and surgery
• Refractive eye surgery
• Diabetic eye disease
• Glaucoma
• Retinal disorders
• Eye infections and inflammation
• Vision-related problems

Conditions Treated

Patients may consult Dr. Aftab Afridi for eye conditions including:

• Cataract
• Glaucoma
• Diabetic retinopathy
• Retinal detachment and other retinal disorders
• Dry eye
• Conjunctivitis
• Blepharitis
• Chalazion
• Keratoconus
• Eye allergies
• Red or irritated eyes
• Other vision and eye-health concerns

The appropriate treatment or procedure depends on the patient’s diagnosis and findings during an eye examination.

Eye Surgery

Dr. Aftab Afridi is associated with surgical ophthalmology and is listed as a vitreoretinal, PHACO and refractive surgeon.

His surgical practice may include cataract surgery using phacoemulsification and procedures for selected retinal and refractive conditions. Whether surgery is appropriate depends on the type and severity of the eye condition and requires assessment by an ophthalmologist.

Patients should contact the clinic before visiting to confirm current consultation timings, appointment availability and fees, as these may change.

When Should You See an Eye Specialist?

Consider consulting an ophthalmologist if you develop persistent or worsening problems such as blurred vision, sudden changes in vision, eye pain, persistent redness, flashes or floaters, difficulty seeing at night, or symptoms associated with diabetes.

People with diabetes, glaucoma risk factors or previously diagnosed eye disease may also require regular eye examinations as recommended by their healthcare professional.

Sudden loss of vision, a significant eye injury, severe eye pain or sudden onset of flashes, floaters or a curtain-like shadow across the vision may require urgent medical assessment.

Find Eye Specialists in Peshawar

If you are comparing doctors for an eye condition, you can also explore our Ophthalmologists in Peshawar directory to find other eye specialists and eye surgeons practicing across the city.

Medical Disclaimer

The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes and should not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. Doctor affiliations, consultation timings, fees and services may change. Please confirm current information directly with the clinic or hospital before your visit.