Detailed Profile
Dr. Mohamed Tawfik is a consultant ophthalmologist with extensive experience spanning refractive, cataract, and vitreoretinal surgery. He holds the FRCS (Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh), reflecting a strong foundation in advanced ophthalmic training and surgical excellence. He graduated from Zagazig University and has since built a distinguished career at the forefront of modern ophthalmology in Egypt.
Dr. Mohamed is among the early adopters of advanced refractive techniques in Egypt and was one of the first surgeons in Cairo to perform FemtoSMILE surgery — an achievement that underscores his commitment to staying at the cutting edge of vision correction. He now performs SMILE Pro procedures on the Zeiss VisuMax 800, one of the most advanced refractive platforms available globally.
Beyond his surgical practice, Dr. Tawfik has demonstrated a profound commitment to humanitarian service, contributing to eye care efforts in Gaza and playing a key role in establishing a vitrectomy unit to support the management of complex retinal diseases in underserved settings.
He is also passionate about medical education, actively sharing knowledge through social media platforms and participating in regional conferences where he contributes to the advancement of ophthalmic practice. He is known for his meticulous surgical technique, patient-focused approach, and uncompromising emphasis on safety and efficiency.
Areas of Expertise
SMILE Pro & Femto-LASIK (Zeiss VisuMax 800) — among Egypt's earliest adopters
Advanced cataract surgery with premium intraocular lens technologies
Vitreoretinal surgery — complex retinal disease management
ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) surgery
Humanitarian eye care and surgical outreach
Qualifications
MD — Zagazig University
FRCS — Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh