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Dr. Fouad El Sayyad
Ophthalmology
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Dr. Fouad El Sayyad
Ophthalmology
Saint Louis, MO
Areas of Expertise
Premium Cataract Surgery
Keratoconus Management
Corneal Transplantation (PKP, DMEK/DSAEK, DALK)
Femto-LASIK
SMILE
About Me
Dr. Fouad El Sayyad is a cornea, cataract, and refractive surgeon dedicated to restoring and enhancing vision with advanced techniques. After earning his medical degree from Cairo University, he completed a three-year clinical research fellowship in glaucoma and cornea at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. He then finished ophthalmology residency at the University of Florida and a cornea and refractive surgery fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Dr. El Sayyad specializes in premium cataract surgery and the full range of corneal and refractive procedures, including keratoconus care, corneal transplantation (PKP, DALK, and endothelial keratoplasty such as DMEK/DSAEK), and vision-correcting laser or lens-based options like Femto-LASIK, PRK, SMILE, and ICL implantation. His clinical interests include ocular imaging and infectious keratitis. Patients value his warm, collaborative approach, clear explanations, and focus on safe, personalized treatment plans designed to protect eye health and improve quality of life.
Training
Cornea and Refractive SurgeryWashington University in St. LouisFellowship
OphthalmologyUniversity of FloridaResidency- Clinical Research (Glaucoma and Cornea)Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (University of Miami Miller School of Medicine)Fellowship
- Medical DegreeCairo University Faculty of MedicineMedical School
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In:FL, MO
- License Numbers:TRN19098, 2017022831


