Dr. Fatemeh Heidary

Senior Comprehensive Consultant Ophthalmologist

A/Prof. Fatemeh Heidary MD, MPH, PhD, FAAO, FICO, FIOF is an internationally recognized multipotential healthcare leader, comprehensive clinical ophthalmologist, physician-scientist, and public health scholar with over 25 years of experience spanning clinical medicine, healthcare management, education, and health policy. Trained at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences (SUMS; one of the leading universities in the Middle East), with fellowship training at Westmead Children’s Hospital in New South Wales, Australia.

Throughout her career, Dr. Heidary has led complex healthcare operations and spearheaded quality improvement initiatives, with a strong commitment to health equity, poverty reduction, and patient-centered care for underserved communities. She has worked for several years in underserved and low-resource regions.

An expert in integrated care, Dr. Heidary has experience with contemporary models of healthcare delivery, with particular interests in Hospital in the Home (HITH), telehealth, artificial intelligence, Digital Twins, and digital health systems. She is also the inventor of the “Beyond Bed Eye Hospital (BBEH)” model, which is the subject of a provisional patent application filed with IP Australia, as well as several established models for home monitoring of intraocular pressure and COVO-CHAT, an innovative telemedicine tool developed to address the infodemic. Her broader innovation portfolio includes more than nine registered intellectual property rights and patent applications.

She has published extensively in internationally respected journals, including PLOS ONE, promoting global scientific collaboration and research capacity building with over 90 peer reviewed articles mostly as the main or corresponding author.

She was named in the prestigious Stanford–Elsevier list of the world’s top 2% scientists, 2022. Her globally recognized research represents a major milestone for Middle East women in the international medical community. Throughout her career, she has taught and mentored hundreds of students and clinician-scientists.

Dr. Heidary holds the triple degrees of MD, MPH, and PhD, and has received several international fellowships and awards, achieved despite significant regional restrictions.

26 Years

Experience in Healthcare and Leadership

Over 19 years of experience in comprehensive ophthalmology

with a record of good standing

Provide Best Ophthalmic Services

Qualifications and Training

Dr. Heidary completed her specialist ophthalmology training at SUMS, followed by an 18-month post-national board Vocational and Professional Education and Training (VPET) program, regulated by the Ministry of Health and Medical Education. This advanced training has been formally verified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), the Electronic Portfolio of International Credentials (EPIC), and the Australian Medical Council (AMC). She has worked as a comprehensive consultant ophthalmologist across clinical, surgical, educational, and research domains.

Subsequently, she completed two recognised fellowships:

Fellowship in Cataract and Refractive Surgery, International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO)
Fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, Westmead Children’s Hospital

She was ranked in the “Top 10 Percent” of candidates in the national ophthalmology board examination and continues to be actively involved in postgraduate teaching and international ophthalmic education.

Clinical Expertise

Dr Fatemeh Heidary has significant experience in all fields of general ophthalmology including cataract surgery, with a focus on precision surgical intervention and tailored visual rehabilitation. Her clinical practice prioritises thorough assessment of each patient’s visual requirements and lifestyle, enabling the selection of the most appropriate intraocular lens technology.

Her surgical procedures are conducted in a controlled, patient-focused environment where the highest standards of care and safety are maintained. Patients are provided with comprehensive information and are encouraged to engage in their treatment decisions.

Clinical Audit: A recent audit of Dr Heidary’s cataract surgeries reported zero intraoperative or postoperative complications over a 12-month period, demonstrating her ongoing commitment to excellence in surgical outcomes.

She has also received multiple Good Standing Certificates from medical council, affirming her consistent adherence to ethical standards and safety in clinical practice.

Dr Fatemeh Heidary Eye Clinic

The Dr Fatemeh Heidary Eye Clinic is a specialised ophthalmic centre providing comprehensive diagnostic and surgical eye care. The clinic is equipped with advanced diagnostic instruments and modern surgical technology and is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of experienced professionals.

From initial consultation through to postoperative care, patients benefit from coordinated services provided by ophthalmologists, senior optometrists, surgical coordinators, and administrative staff—all committed to delivering a high-quality, individualized patient experience.

WiFi Access: Free wireless internet is available to all patients and visitors. To connect, select the network “https://drfatemeh.com/”—no password is required.

Clinic Services and Operating Schedule

Outpatient Clinic Timetable

General Ophthalmology: Everyday mornings
Cataract, Cornea & External Eye Diseases: Monday afternoons
Glaucoma & Neuro-ophthalmology: Tuesday afternoons
Oculoplastics, Vitreoretinal Diseases & Ocular Inflammation: Wednesday afternoons
Paediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus & Ocular Motility: Thursday afternoons

The clinic is closed on weekends and public holidays.

Scope of Services

The clinic offers medical and surgical management for a comprehensive range of ocular diseases and visual conditions, with a commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centred care.

Referral requirement: A valid referral from a registered medical practitioner or specialist is required to access clinical services.

Preparing for Your First Appointment

Patients attending their initial consultation are advised to bring:

A valid identification document and/or insurance card,
Current eyeglasses or contact lenses,
A list of all prescribed and over-the-counter medications (including supplements and herbal remedies),
Copies of any prior ophthalmic test results or relevant medical records, if available.

Academic and Educational Contributions

A/Prof. Heidary is actively engaged in postgraduate medical education and mentorship. She supervises trainees nationally and internationally and regularly presents at international scientific conferences. Her academic contributions reflect her ongoing commitment to advancing clinical knowledge and improving standards of care in ophthalmology.