About the doctor
Last update Sep 17, 2026Dr. Fahad Al-Kandari is a senior specialist in ophthalmology at Kuwait Hospital with 13 years of experience. With expertise in diabetic retinopathy, retinal surgery for retinal detachment, and cataract surgery with lens implantation, Dr. Al-Kandari provides precise, patient-focused eye care.
SpecialtiesGeneral Ophthalmology, Retina & Vitreous, Cataract Surgery
LanguagesArabic, English
QualificationsEducation:
2022 - 2024 Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery at the King Khalid Eye Specialist Hospital, Saudi Arabia
2013 - 2018 Residency in Ophthalmology at Kuwait Board of Ophthalmology, Kuwait
2012 Internship at Al-Adan Hospital, Kuwait
2004 - 2011 Doctor of medicine (MD) at Oman Medical College
2007 Bachelor of Science (BSc) at Oman Medical College
Work Experience:
2024 - Present Ophthalmology Senior Specialist at Al-Dukhan Eye Center of Ministry of Health, Kuwait
2021 - 2024 Ophthalmology Specialist at Al Bahar Eye Center of Ministry of Health, Kuwait
2018 - 2021 Ophthalmology Senior Registrar at Al-Bahar Eye Center of Ministry of Health, Kuwait
2022 - 2024 Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery at the King Khalid Eye Specialist Hospital, Saudi Arabia
2013 - 2018 Residency in Ophthalmology at Kuwait Board of Ophthalmology, Kuwait
2012 Internship at Al-Adan Hospital, Kuwait
2004 - 2011 Doctor of medicine (MD) at Oman Medical College
2007 Bachelor of Science (BSc) at Oman Medical College
Work Experience:
2024 - Present Ophthalmology Senior Specialist at Al-Dukhan Eye Center of Ministry of Health, Kuwait
2021 - 2024 Ophthalmology Specialist at Al Bahar Eye Center of Ministry of Health, Kuwait
2018 - 2021 Ophthalmology Senior Registrar at Al-Bahar Eye Center of Ministry of Health, Kuwait
Scope of ServiceGeneral eye diseases
Diabetic retinopathy
Pediatric retinal diseases
Follow up of hereditary retinal diseases
Performing cataract surgeries and lens implantation
Performing complex retinal surgeries to repair retinal detachment and fibrosis
Administering intravitreal injections with various medications for retinal edema
Performing laser treatments diabetic retinopathy
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Last update Sep 17, 2026
Hospital information
Kuwait Hospital
LocationSabah Al-Salem, Block 1, Mohammed Tahous Nasser Bin Tahous Street, Kuwait
Websitekuwaithospital.com.kw
