Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai appoints Chief Operating Officer

Simons brings almost 40 years of experience in ophthalmic nursing to the multiple sub-specialty eye hospital. Her most recent role was Operations Manager for the Southampton Eye Unit, the designated centre in the South of England for Photodynamic Therapy for Macular Degeneration, a disease that affects a significant number of adults over the age of 50. She also held the role of Research Coordinator, representing the Eye Unit at the International Drug Trial Coordinators' meetings and ensuring strict adherence to clinical and ethical protocols.

Having lived in Saudi Arabia for 14 years, Simons brings a wealth of knowledge about Gulf culture and lifestyle to her practice in addition to her clinical expertise.

Dr. Chris Canning, CEO and Medical Director of Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai, himself a vitreo-retinal surgeon of long standing, stated: "Pat Simons has the administrative experience, as well as the nursing acumen, to oversee operations at Moorfields. We will follow international best practices as established by our parent facility in London, and Pat's years with the NHS, as well as her familiarity with the Gulf, will ensure we deliver world-class patient care."

Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai will provide outpatient diagnostic and therapeutic services, including emergency care, for a variety of surgical and non-surgical eye conditions. The facility is located in the Al Razi Medical Complex in Dubai Healthcare City and is equipped with the latest in ophthalmic technology as well as an electronic patient record and a live telelink with the London hospital's specialist team.