Dr. Nizar Abdelfattah

OphthalmologyRetina Specialist
Pasadena, CA

Areas of Expertise

Premium Intraocular Lens (IOL) Options
Retina Evaluation and Management

About Me

Dr. Nizar Abdelfattah is a board-certified ophthalmologist with expertise in advanced cataract surgery and medical and surgical retina. He cares for adults with age-related macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, and other retinal conditions, and tailors cataract surgery to each patient’s visual goals, including advanced lens options when appropriate. Patients appreciate his clear explanations and collaborative approach that focuses on safety, comfort, and lasting results.

Originally from Alexandria, Egypt, Dr. Abdelfattah earned his medical degree from the University of Alexandria. After relocating to the United States, he completed a retinal imaging research fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute and served on faculty in the UCLA Department of Ophthalmology. His clinical training includes ophthalmology residency at Duke University Eye Center, along with additional surgical training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Duke. He has presented at national meetings such as the American Academy of Ophthalmology, ARVO, and ASRS, and has published in journals including Ophthalmology, RETINA, and JAMA.

Training

  • Doheny Eye Institute

    Retinal Imaging Research

    Doheny Eye Institute

    Fellowship
  • Duke University Eye Center

    Ophthalmology

    Duke University Eye Center

    Residency
  • Medical Doctor (MD)

    University of Alexandria

    Medical School

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
CA, CT, NC
License Numbers
Pending, 78979, 260919

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