The View Hospital, in affiliation with Cedars-Sinai, marked a new chapter in glaucoma care, by performing a successful Qatar first iStent inject W implantation, a minimally invasive procedure that treats patients with open-angle glaucoma.
The surgery was carried out by consultant ophthalmologist Prof Ahmad Muneer Otri as part of the hospital’s ongoing commitment to introducing world-class innovations that elevate patient outcomes in the region.
The iStent inject W is one of the best proven options in Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgeries (MIGS).
Designed for patients with mild to moderate open-angle glaucoma, the tiny implant works by restoring the eye’s natural fluid outflow, helping reduce intraocular pressure without the need for more invasive surgical procedures or lifelong medications.
“This moment goes beyond a single procedure,” said Otri, who has over a decade of experience with the iStent technology in the UK. “It’s about transforming the way we manage glaucoma in Qatar, offering our patients a safer, more effective option that prioritises long-term vision and quality of life.”
In the case performed at The View Hospital, the patient recovered smoothly, achieving normalised eye pressure and full visual restoration without any complications and was discharged with no extended recovery time.
"At The View Hospital, we are committed to delivering world-class medical care by adopting the best proven technologies, but more importantly, we ensure these innovations are effective, safe, and truly make a difference in our patients’ lives,” said The View Hospital chief executive Dr Fatih Mehmet Gul.
The addition of MIGS reflects a broader shift in Qatar’s medical landscape, one where preventative, and precision-driven care is becoming the new standard.
For patients suffering from glaucoma, this means earlier interventions, fewer complications, and better quality of life.
This achievement reinforces The View Hospital’s growing reputation as a centre of excellence for advanced ophthalmic care, positioning itself at the forefront of Qatar’s healthcare transformation.
