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Ophthalmology

Mr. Mohammad Samir Dowlut

Consultant Ophthalmologist

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Consultation Fees

Initial Face-To-Face Consultation

£170

Follow Up Consultation

£100

Additional Fees

Administration Fee - Kingsbridge Belfast & North West

A £35.00 admin fee is charged in addition to the Consultation Fee

Accepted Insurers

  • Bupa
  • H3
  • Vhi
  • Vitality

Our Locations

We see patients across the Kingsbridge sites, all with high standards of care.

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Services I Offer

Ophthalmology

Cataract Surgery

Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

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Mr Mohammad Samir Dowlut’s Profile

Mr. Mohammad Samir Dowlut is a dedicated Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with a rich background, contributing over two years of expertise within the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. His focus lies in the domains of cataract and vitreoretinal surgery.

Mr. Samir Dowlut’s journey in Ophthalmology commenced with his graduation from the University of Birmingham in 2008. Following this, he embarked in comprehensive Ophthalmology training (Northern Ireland), culminating in his completion of the program in August 2018. Eager to refine his skills further, he sought and successfully completed fellowships in medical retina/vitreoretinal surgery at Southend NHS Hospital, followed by an immersive experience in high-volume vitreoretinal surgery at Moorfield’s Eye Hospital.

He takes pride in his extensive experience, having performed over 2400 intraocular surgeries. His commitment to this field extends beyond technical proficiency; He views surgery as a transformative force in enhancing eye care. This passion fuels his unwavering dedication to advancing patient outcomes through use of new and proven technologies.

Current NHS Posts

Locum NHS Consultant with vitreoretinal interest- 2021 upwards.

Personal profile

In his leisure hours, Mr. Samir Dowlut finds solace and rejuvenation by immersing himself in quality time with family, bonding with cherished pets (not his), or indulging in the tranquillity of scenic walks, cycling adventures or holidays.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of medicine and surgery- University of Birmingham- 2008
  • Fellow of Royal college of Ophthalmologists- 2017
  • Certificate completion of training, Ophthalmology, Northern Ireland, 2018
  • Medical/vitreoretinal fellowship Southend NHS hospital 2018-2020
  • Vitreoretinal fellowship- Moorfields NHS hospital, London 2020-2021

Publications

  • Nutt RJ, Dowlut MS, McLoone SF, McLoone E. Epidemiology and long-term outcomes of primary congenital glaucoma: a population-based study. Eye (Lond). 2023 Sep;37(13):2673-2678. doi: 10.1038/s41433-023-02382-6. Epub 2023 Feb 7. PMID: 36747111; PMCID: PMC10482853.

  • Davidson M, Dowlut S, Zhang J, et al Heavy silicone oil tamponade: a multicentre experience BMJ Open Ophthalmology 2022;7:e001018. doi: 10.1136/bmjophth-2022-001018

  • Akram H, Dowlut MS, Karia N, Chandra A. Emergency retinal detachment surgery during Covid-19 pandemic: a national survey and local review. Eye (Lond). 2021 Oct;35(10):2889-2890. doi: 10.1038/s41433-020-01187-1. Epub 2020 Sep 22. PMID: 32963312; PMCID: PMC7508419.

  • Shirley K, Dowlut MS, Foot B, Parvesio C, Silvestri G. Presumed Ocular Tuberculosis in UK- A British Ophthalmic Surveillance Study (BOSU)- Eye. November 2019 (Accepted for publication)

  • Casalino G, Sivaguavavel V, Dowlut MS, Keane P, Chakaravarty U. Spontaneous retinal pigment epithelial tear in type 2 choroidal neovascularization: repair mechanisms following anti-VEGF therapy. International Journal of Retina and Vitreous. Jan 2019.

  • Dowlut MS, Curragh D, Napier M, Herron B, McIlwaine G, Best R, Chan W. The varied presentations of ocular siderosis from retained intraocular foreign body. Clinical and experimental optometry- (accepted for publication) June 2018

  • Dowlut MS, Ahmed Y, Knox A. Ocular Inflammation Associated With Fibers From Eyelash Extensions. JAMA Ophthalmol. 2018;136(1):e175723.

  • Dowlut MS, Quinlan M, Barry J. Cataract surgery and preesxisting bilateral carotid cavernous fistula. JCRS Online case reports. 2013 June:1,1, e17-18.

Treatments and areas of interest

  • Cataract surgery
  • Yag capsulotomy
  • Vitreoretinal surgery including macula surgery, epiretinal membrane peel

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