Dubai eye hospital appointment, doctors, insurance and map
Barraquer Eye Hospital UAE is an ophthalmology-specialty hospital in Dubai Healthcare City Phase II, Al Jaddaf, Dubai.
This page gives the information people usually need before visiting: phone, appointment route, working hours, doctors, eye treatments, consultation questions, insurance, parking, map, emergency guidance and DHA support.
Call: +971 4 573 9999
UAE toll-free: 800 234823
Appointments: appointments@barraquer.ae
General email: info@barraquer.ae
Barraquer has a famous Barcelona ophthalmology centre and a UAE eye hospital in Dubai. This guide is for Barraquer Eye Hospital UAE in Dubai Healthcare City Phase II, Al Jaddaf.
Barraquer Eye Hospital quick answer
| User question | Direct answer | Best next step |
|---|---|---|
| Where is Barraquer Eye Hospital? | Dubai Healthcare City – Phase II, Al Jaddaf, Dubai, UAE. | Use the map section below before travelling. |
| What is the phone number? | +971 4 573 9999. Toll-free inside UAE: 800 234823. | Call before visiting to confirm appointment, doctor and fees. |
| How do I book appointment? | Use the online appointment page, call, or email appointments@barraquer.ae. | Choose first visit or returning patient on the form. |
| Can I walk in? | The appointment guidance says appointment is required. | Call first, especially for same-day or urgent eye problems. |
| How long does appointment take? | The official appointment guidance says usually 1 to 2 hours, depending on the patient. | Do not plan a tight schedule after the visit. |
| Are tests included in consultation? | The official guidance says complementary tests are not included in the appointment price. | Ask test prices and insurance approval before extra diagnostics. |
Barraquer Eye Hospital Dubai contact number and address
| Detail | Official detail | How to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital name | Barraquer Eye Hospital UAE | Use this full name in Google Maps, taxi apps and insurance calls. |
| Address | Dubai Healthcare City – Phase II, Al Jaddaf, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Best destination wording for maps and taxi apps. |
| Phone outside UAE | +971 4 573 9999 | Use for international or non-toll-free calling. |
| Toll-free within UAE | 800 234823 / 800 BEHUAE | Use from UAE mobile/landline for appointment and enquiry. |
| Appointment email | appointments@barraquer.ae | Useful for appointment follow-up and written confirmation. |
| General email | info@barraquer.ae | Use for general questions, directions and non-urgent support. |
| Careers email | careers@barraquer.ae | For job-related contact only, not patient appointments. |
| DHA facility listing | DHA lists Barraquer Eye Hospital FZ-LLC as a specialty hospital in Dubai. | Use DHA registry if you want official facility/professional verification. |
Barraquer Eye Hospital working hours
8:30 AM – 9:00 PM.
8:30 AM – 6:30 PM.
9:30 AM – 6:30 PM.
Working hours do not guarantee every doctor or diagnostic test is available at all times. Confirm your doctor, test and appointment slot before travelling.
How to book Barraquer Eye Hospital appointment
Barraquer’s official appointment page asks whether it is your first visit. The hospital can also be contacted by phone or appointment email.
- Decide if this is a first visit or follow-up visit.
- Open the official appointment page: Request an appointment.
- Choose your appointment type and fill the form details.
- For faster help, call +971 4 573 9999 or 800 234823.
- Email appointments@barraquer.ae if you need written confirmation.
- Ask whether you will see optometrist + ophthalmologist and whether extra tests may be needed.
- Keep time: the official appointment page says a visit usually takes 1 to 2 hours.
- Carry Emirates ID/passport, insurance card, glasses, contact lens details, old prescriptions and eye reports.
“I want an appointment at Barraquer Eye Hospital Dubai. Please confirm doctor name, consultation fee, whether optometry is included, whether extra tests are separate, insurance acceptance, appointment duration and parking guidance.”
Barraquer Eye Hospital consultation fees and test cost questions
The official appointment guidance does not show one fixed fee for every doctor, test or procedure. It clearly says complementary tests are not included in the appointment price.
| Cost area | What matters | Ask this before the visit |
|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation | May include optometrist and ophthalmologist appointment flow. | What is the consultation fee for my visit type? |
| Complementary tests | Official guidance says these are not included in the appointment price. | Which tests may be needed and what is the price/insurance approval? |
| Retina imaging | OCT, retinal imaging, angiography or specialist retina tests may be needed depending on symptoms. | Are retinal scans separate from consultation? |
| Cataract assessment | Lens measurement, scans, surgical plan and lens type can affect cost. | What tests are required before cataract surgery estimate? |
| LASIK / refractive assessment | Suitability depends on cornea thickness, prescription, eye dryness and diagnostic mapping. | Is refractive surgery screening billed separately? |
| Insurance visit | Coverage depends on insurer, plan, network, doctor and test approval. | Is Barraquer covered for my exact plan and are extra tests approved? |
| Surgery estimate | Surgeon, anesthesia, lenses/implants, operating room, follow-up and medicines can affect bill. | Can I get a written estimate with inclusions and exclusions? |
For eye hospitals, the consultation may lead to OCT, visual field, corneal topography, refraction, dilation, imaging or other diagnostic tests. Ask before testing if cost or insurance matters.
Barraquer Eye Hospital doctors and specialties
The official medical team page lists ophthalmologists and visiting consultants. Doctor timing can change, so call before visiting.
| Doctor | Official role / useful specialty detail | Best for patient search intent |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Muhsen Samaan | Medical Director. Senior ophthalmologist with cataract and glaucoma focus; official profile mentions over 4 decades of experience. | Cataract, glaucoma, surgical opinion, complex ophthalmology care. |
| Dr. Ania Buigues Llull | Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist. | Call to confirm visiting schedule before booking. |
| Dr. Marta Calatayud | Ophthalmologist. Official news content describes experience in cornea, ocular surface and cataract care. | Cornea, ocular surface, cataract, keratoconus-related questions. |
| Dr. Elisa Carreras Bertran | Consultant Ophthalmologist. Official profile lists general ophthalmology, hereditary retinal diseases, medical retina, pediatric retina, retina and vitreous surgery. | Retina, vitreous, diabetic retina, pediatric retina, retinal surgery opinion. |
| Dr. Wissam Charafeddin Aboul-Hosn | Ophthalmologist. Official content describes retina expertise, including diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration. | Retina, diabetic eye disease, macular disease, vascular retinal conditions. |
| Dr. Alina Mugnani Deza | Ophthalmologist listed on the official medical team page. | Call for current specialty, timing and appointment suitability. |
| Dr. Ola Alsaed | Ophthalmologist listed on the official medical team page. | Call for current specialty, timing and insurance eligibility. |
| Dr. Imad Hakim | Ophthalmologist listed on the official medical team page. | Call to confirm available clinic days and specialty focus. |
| Dr. Ayman Shouman | Visiting Professor Consultant Ophthalmologist. | Call first because visiting consultant schedules can be limited. |
Current doctor verification: Barraquer UAE medical team.
What Barraquer Eye Hospital treats
The official “What do we treat?” page lists a wide ophthalmology range. Below is the useful patient version, grouped by search intent.
| Eye concern | Examples listed by Barraquer | What to ask |
|---|---|---|
| Cataract and lens problems | Cataracts, cataract surgery, femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery, clear lens surgery, congenital cataract surgery. | Ask about lens choice, pre-op tests, surgery day, anesthesia and follow-up. |
| Retina and macula | Age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, epiretinal membrane, floaters, retinal detachment, hereditary retinal dystrophy, high myopia. | Ask if OCT, retinal imaging, injection, laser or surgery may be needed. |
| Cornea and ocular surface | Acanthamoeba keratitis, corneal dystrophies, cornea guttata/Fuchs dystrophy, cornea transplant, contact lens-related keratitis, dry eye. | Ask if topography, dry eye testing or transplant evaluation is required. |
| Refractive errors / glasses removal | Astigmatism, hypermetropia, high myopia surgery, corneal laser refractive surgery. | Ask if LASIK, PRK, phakic IOL or another option suits your cornea and prescription. |
| Glaucoma | Glaucoma, childhood glaucoma, glaucoma filtration surgery, glaucoma drainage device implant surgery. | Ask if visual field, OCT nerve scan, pressure checks or surgery assessment is needed. |
| Children’s eye care | Amblyopia/lazy eye, congenital cataracts, childhood glaucoma, congenital anomalies of the optic nerve, pediatric retina conditions. | Ask for pediatric ophthalmology suitability and child-friendly appointment timing. |
| Eyelid and oculoplastic issues | Blepharoplasty, droopy eyelid/ptosis surgery, bags under the eyes, eyelid malposition, eyelid tumours, ectropion, entropion. | Ask if the issue is cosmetic, functional, insurance-covered or surgical. |
| Eye trauma and urgent symptoms | Eye trauma is not a routine booking issue; sudden symptoms need urgent advice. | Call immediately or use emergency care for sudden loss of vision, severe pain or injury. |
Which Barraquer eye service should you choose?
| Your symptom / goal | Start here | Do this before booking |
|---|---|---|
| Blurred vision, cloudy lens, glare at night | Cataract / comprehensive ophthalmology | Ask if dilation and lens measurement may be needed. |
| Sudden flashes, floaters, curtain vision, sudden vision loss | Urgent retina / emergency advice | Call immediately; do not wait for a routine appointment. |
| Diabetes with eye changes | Retina / diabetic eye screening | Ask if OCT, retinal photo or injection/laser assessment may be needed. |
| High eye pressure or family history of glaucoma | Glaucoma specialist | Ask if visual field, OCT optic nerve and pressure check are needed. |
| Dry eye, burning, contact lens irritation | Cornea / ocular surface | Bring lens type, drops used and screen-time/work details. |
| Child squint, lazy eye, poor vision or school screening issue | Pediatric ophthalmology | Bring previous glasses prescription and school/vision screening report. |
| Want to reduce glasses/contact lenses | Refractive surgery assessment | Ask if you need corneal mapping and to stop contact lenses before the test. |
| Droopy eyelid, eyelid lump, cosmetic/functional lid issue | Oculoplastic / eyelid service | Ask whether it is medical or cosmetic for insurance/payment. |
Eye tests and diagnostics: what to expect
Eye appointments often involve more than a quick doctor chat. Your visit may include optometry, dilation, imaging and specialist examination.
Checks vision and glasses prescription. Bring current glasses and contact lens details.
May be needed for diabetes, macula, retina, floaters or sudden vision symptoms.
Important for glaucoma risk, eye pain, pressure monitoring and optic nerve checks.
Useful for keratoconus, LASIK suitability and corneal disease assessment.
Helpful for burning, irritation, screen-related symptoms and contact-lens discomfort.
Your vision may be blurry after dilation, so avoid driving unless cleared.
Bring sunglasses. If the doctor dilates your eyes, Dubai sunlight can feel uncomfortable after the visit.
Barraquer Eye Hospital insurance companies
The official insurance page lists several mutual insurance / partner networks. Acceptance still depends on your exact plan, network, doctor, service and approval rules.
| Insurance / network names shown officially | What to check |
|---|---|
| Cigna International, ADNIC, ALMADALLAH Healthcare Management, Daman NW1/NW2, GIG Gulf, GlobeMed, MedNet, Nextcare, NAS Neuron Health Services, NOW Health International, Sukoon Premium/Edge, MSH International and others. | Ask whether your exact card covers ophthalmology consultation, optometry, imaging, surgery, injections, laser, medicines and follow-up. |
| Discount or employer-related cards shown include Absher/Tawteen, ALSAADA, DEWA, Emirates Airlines Platinum Discount Cards, Esaad, Fazaa and others. | Ask whether the discount applies to consultation only or also tests/procedures. |
- Carry Emirates ID/passport and insurance card.
- Ask if a referral or pre-approval is needed.
- Ask if diagnostic tests are covered separately.
- Ask if surgery/injections/laser need approval.
- Keep approval messages, invoices and test reports.
Parking, taxi and arrival tips
The official contact page confirms the hospital is in Dubai Healthcare City Phase II, Al Jaddaf, and says it is about 15 minutes by car from Dubai International Airport. It does not publish a fixed parking-fee rule on the contact page.
| Arrival option | Best for | Local tip |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi / ride app | Patients with dilated eyes, elderly patients, children or people expecting eye procedures. | Use “Barraquer Eye Hospital, Dubai Healthcare City Phase II, Al Jaddaf.” |
| Driving yourself | Only if no dilation/procedure is expected and doctor clears you to drive after. | Ask before the visit if dilation is likely. If yes, bring someone or use taxi. |
| Airport visitor | International patients or transit visitors planning eye consultation. | The contact page says it is 15 minutes by car from Dubai International Airport, but allow extra time for traffic. |
| Parking | Patients arriving by car. | Call first and ask: “Where should patients park today, and are there parking charges?” |
| Drop-off first | Children, elderly people, eye pain, low vision, post-procedure visits. | Drop the patient at entrance first; another adult can handle parking. |
Urgent eye symptoms: when not to wait
Do not wait for a routine appointment if you have sudden vision loss, eye trauma, chemical injury, severe eye pain, new flashes/floaters with curtain-like shadow, sudden double vision, or painful red eye with reduced vision.
| Symptom | Why it matters | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Sudden loss of vision | Can be retina, vascular, optic nerve or other urgent issue. | Call the hospital immediately or use emergency care. |
| Flashes, floaters, curtain/shadow | May suggest retinal tear or detachment. | Ask for urgent retina assessment. |
| Chemical splash in eye | Can damage the ocular surface quickly. | Rinse immediately and seek emergency help. |
| Eye injury or trauma | Needs quick assessment to protect vision. | Do not rub the eye; seek urgent care. |
| Severe pain, red eye, nausea | May be pressure-related or serious inflammation/infection. | Use urgent eye assessment, not routine booking. |
For medical emergencies call 998 for ambulance, 999 for police, and 997 for fire/civil defence.
DHA and government help for patients
Barraquer Eye Hospital is a private specialty hospital in Dubai. Government services can still help with facility verification, medical complaints, insurance complaints and emergency numbers.
| Need | Official route | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Verify the facility | Dubai Medical Registry | Search Barraquer Eye Hospital FZ-LLC or healthcare professional names. |
| Medical complaint | DHA Submit Medical Complaint | DHA describes this as a free service for complaints against healthcare professionals and facilities. |
| Insurance complaint | DHA insurance complaint | Use for insurance company complaints, feedback or disputed rejection. |
| DHA support | Contact DHA | DHA support includes 800342 inside UAE and +971 4 599 1200 outside UAE. |
| Emergency numbers | UAE emergency guidance | 998 ambulance, 999 police, 997 fire/civil defence. |
No public source confirms universal free treatment for all patients at Barraquer Eye Hospital. Payment support depends on insurance, discount card eligibility, employer coverage, charity approval or an official programme.
Barraquer Eye Hospital Google Map
Use the map for orientation, then open live navigation before leaving because Dubai Healthcare City Phase II and Al Jaddaf access can vary by traffic and road layout.
Barraquer Eye Hospital video
This official-style hospital video gives a quick visual overview of Barraquer Eye Hospital Dubai. Use it for orientation only; call the hospital for current appointment, doctor, fee and insurance confirmation.
Local insider tips before visiting
Bring current glasses, contact lens details and old prescriptions for better comparison.
Some exams need dilation. Vision may be blurry afterward, so avoid driving unless cleared.
Bring OCT, retinal scans, surgery notes, diabetes reports and medication list if available.
Complementary tests are not included in the appointment price, so ask cost and insurance first.
The official appointment guidance says visits usually take 1 to 2 hours.
If dilation, injection, laser or procedure is possible, bring someone or use a ride app.
FAQs about Barraquer Eye Hospital
Where is Barraquer Eye Hospital located?
Barraquer Eye Hospital UAE is located in Dubai Healthcare City – Phase II, Al Jaddaf, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
What is the phone number for Barraquer Eye Hospital Dubai?
The main phone number is +971 4 573 9999. The UAE toll-free number is 800 234823.
How do I book an appointment at Barraquer Eye Hospital?
You can use the official appointment form, call +971 4 573 9999, call 800 234823 inside UAE, or email appointments@barraquer.ae.
What are Barraquer Eye Hospital working hours?
The official contact page lists Monday to Wednesday 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM, Thursday to Friday 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM, and Saturday to Sunday 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
Can I walk in without appointment?
The official appointment guidance says an appointment is required. Call first if you need same-day care or urgent eye advice.
How long does an appointment take?
The official appointment guidance says each appointment usually lasts between 1 and 2 hours, depending on the patient’s situation.
Are eye tests included in the consultation fee?
The official appointment guidance says complementary tests are not included in the price of the appointment. Ask about test costs and insurance approval before extra diagnostics.
Which doctors are available at Barraquer Eye Hospital UAE?
The official medical team includes Dr. Muhsen Samaan, Dr. Ania Buigues Llull, Dr. Marta Calatayud, Dr. Elisa Carreras Bertran, Dr. Wissam Charafeddin Aboul-Hosn, Dr. Alina Mugnani Deza, Dr. Ola Alsaed, Dr. Imad Hakim and Dr. Ayman Shouman. Call to confirm schedule and specialty before visiting.
What conditions does Barraquer Eye Hospital treat?
Barraquer lists many ophthalmology conditions and procedures, including cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye, corneal disease, refractive errors, amblyopia, eyelid issues and corneal transplant-related care.
Does Barraquer Eye Hospital accept insurance?
The official insurance page lists providers and networks such as Cigna International, ADNIC, Daman NW1/NW2, GIG Gulf, GlobeMed, MedNet, Nextcare, NAS Neuron, Now Health International, Sukoon Premium/Edge and MSH International. Coverage depends on your exact plan, doctor, test and approval status.
What should I bring to Barraquer Eye Hospital?
Bring Emirates ID or passport, insurance card, current glasses, contact lens details, previous prescriptions, old eye reports, medication list and any previous surgery or retina reports.
When should I seek urgent eye help?
Seek urgent help for sudden vision loss, eye trauma, chemical injury, severe eye pain, new flashes or floaters with a curtain-like shadow, sudden double vision, or painful red eye with reduced vision.
Final checklist before you go
- Confirm appointment, doctor and arrival time.
- Ask consultation fee and whether extra tests may be separate.
- Check insurance coverage for consultation, diagnostics and procedures.
- Bring glasses, lens details, old prescriptions and eye reports.
- Do not drive yourself if dilation, laser, injection or procedure is possible.
- Open the map before leaving for Dubai Healthcare City Phase II, Al Jaddaf.