American Board of Ophthalmology certified | U.S. residency and fellowship training
Dr. Fouad El Sayyad is an American Board-certified ophthalmologist and consultant cornea, cataract and refractive surgeon in Cairo, Egypt. He completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Florida and cornea and refractive surgery fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis. His practice focuses on corneal transplantation, keratoconus, cataract surgery and vision correction.
Medical degree — Cairo University.
Ophthalmology residency — University of Florida, Gainesville.
Fellowship in Cornea, External Eye Disease and Refractive Surgery — Washington University in St. Louis.
American Board of Ophthalmology — certified in 2018.
Research training — Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami, and a clinical research fellowship in cornea and advanced refractive surgery at Vissum, Alicante, Spain, in 2019.
Dr. El Sayyad’s practice focuses on the cornea and anterior segment of the eye, from treating corneal disease to planning cataract and vision-correction surgery. Care begins with detailed examination, appropriate imaging and a discussion of the patient’s visual priorities.
Corneal transplantation and disease: DMEK, DSAEK, DALK and full-thickness transplantation (PKP), alongside care for corneal scarring, infections, Fuchs’ dystrophy and complex ocular surface disease.
Keratoconus: assessment and monitoring, corneal cross-linking, intracorneal ring segments and planning for rigid gas-permeable or scleral contact lenses.
Cataract surgery: individualized intraocular lens selection, including toric, extended-depth-of-focus and multifocal/trifocal lenses, with attention to coexisting corneal disease and previous refractive surgery.
Refractive surgery: evaluation for SMILE Pro, Femto-LASIK, PRK, PRESBYOND laser blended vision and ICL implantation, including toric ICLs. Advanced laser procedures are provided through Pro Vision Eye Center in Mivida, New Cairo.
Treatment is selected according to the condition of the eye, examination findings and daily visual needs. Dr. El Sayyad explains the available options, expected recovery, limitations and alternatives, including nonsurgical care when appropriate. Follow-up is an integral part of treatment.
His peer-reviewed work includes corneal transplantation, keratoconus imaging, ocular surface disease and intraocular lens surgery. He also contributes to ophthalmic education, including presentations on corneal disease and imaging.
Corneal graft failure: an update. Co-author. British Journal of Ophthalmology, 2021;105:1049–1058.
Safety and visual outcomes following Iris-claw phakic intraocular lens bilensectomy. Co-author. European Journal of Ophthalmology, 2021;31:1795–1801.
High-Resolution Optical Coherence Tomography as an Adjunctive Tool in the Diagnosis of Corneal and Conjunctival Pathology. Co-author. The Ocular Surface, 2015;13:226–235.
The use of Bowman’s layer vertical topographic thickness map in the diagnosis of keratoconus. Co-author. Ophthalmology, 2014;121:988–993.
Subconjunctival triamcinolone injection for infectious necrotizing scleritis. Co-author. The Ocular Surface, 2022;26:97–99.
For a more detailed professional biography, visit Dr. Fouad El Sayyad’s personal website.
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I had an excellent experience with Dr. Fouad and the entire team throughout my LASIK journey. What truly sets Dr. Fouad apart is his exceptional attention to detail and the genuine care he provides to his patients. He personally follows every step of the process and doesn't simply perform the procedure and move on. From the first consultation to the surgery and all the follow-up appointments, I always felt informed, reassured, and well taken care of. …I had my SMILE Pro procedure with Dr. Fouad El Sayyad and had a great experience. Dr. Fouad was very professional, and from the first examination before the procedure to the final follow-up afterwards, I always felt that I was in good hands. He explained everything clearly, was very reassuring, and came across as highly trustworthy throughout the entire process. I'm very happy with my experience and would highly recommend him.I have been highly myopic all my life, and at 46, I also began to experience presbyopia. … Of course, I was scared, as anyone would be before undergoing eye surgery. However, the actual procedure took only around 15 minutes … I am still in the early stages of recovery, and my vision is continuing to adapt to the new blended vision. However, the fact that I can now see both near and far has already been life-changing for me. … Choosing Presbyond was a big decision for me, and I am so glad I trusted them to guide me through this journey.Last april I was operated by dr Fouad El Sayyad for my myopia. I had a fine corneas so I had to have contacts place under my pupils… The two surgeries went well … Now I see so well.. No more contacts, no more glasses, my life is way easier.
Thank you so muchI had an excellent experience with Dr. Foaad El Sayyad! My LASIK PRK surgery was amazing, and the results have been incredible. During my first visit, Dr. Foad was extremely friendly, patient, and truly helped me overcome my fear and anxiety about the procedure. I felt completely comfortable and in good hands throughout the entire process. Highly recommend Dr. Foaad El Sayyad to anyone considering LASIK!I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Al Sayyad Clinic. I underwent a PRK procedure with Dr. Fouad Al Sayyad, and everything went perfectly. The staff was professional, the environment was welcoming, and Dr. Al Sayyad's expertise made the entire process smooth and comfortable. I highly recommend the clinic for anyone considering eye procedures.I had cataract surgery with the new Vivity lenses, and honestly, it feels like I got my life back. My vision is so much better now, and I'm really enjoying seeing clearly again. The lenses are amazing.
Huge thanks and definitely recommend Dr. Fouad El Sayad — truly professional and outstanding.Dr. Fouad El Sayad is an outstanding doctor. Extremely professional, detail-oriented, and truly conscientious. The treatment he gave me genuinely saved my eye, and I'm incredibly grateful for that. He goes above and beyond for his patients — even checked on me during his time off, which meant a lot. He follows up closely and makes you feel supported at all times.Dr. Fouad is very professional, honest, and caring. He explained everything about the procedure clearly and transparently, which made me feel comfortable and confident. … I truly appreciate the entire team's professionalism and excellent patient care.Special appreciation goes to Dr. Fouad Al Sayyad, who truly represents what a great physician should be: highly skilled, compassionate, patient, and genuinely dedicated to his patients. He takes the time to reassure his patients, follows up carefully after surgery, explains everything clearly and calmly, and answers every question with care and professionalism.Amazing experience with Dr. Fouad El Sayyad.
Very professional, reassuring, and thorough throughout the whole LASIK journey. The procedure was smooth and the results are honestly amazing. So happy with my vision and would highly recommend him.Excellent experience with Dr. Fouad Al-Sayyad for my Femto LASIK surgery. He explained everything clearly, the procedure was smooth, and I'm very happy with the results.
Thank you to Dr. Fouad and the entire center team for the great service🙏🏽WhatsApp: +20 10 00088168