Riad Fikry

Riad Fikry is a key figure in the history of Watany Eye Hospitals, described as a co-founder of Al Watany Eye Hospital (Hegaz Branch) in 2001 alongside Dr. Fathy Fawzy and Dr. Abdallah Hassouna. Beyond the clinic, he is also described as having chaired the fledgling ARVO-Egypt chapter for 3 years, during which an annual scientific meeting of ARVO-Egypt was started to support local and regional research in vision sciences. The clinic’s “About Us” materials also note that he passed away peacefully at 63 while he and his son, Dr. Ramy Riad, were on their way to surgery.

Within Watany Eye Hospitals, his ophthalmology background is presented as eye surgery/medical and surgical ophthalmology. For patients and families considering care, the clinic’s founding story is a reminder that the institution’s development has been shaped by leadership in both clinical and research-oriented ophthalmology.

Education

Work experience

• Since 2001 — Co-founder, Al Watany Eye Hospital (Hegaz Branch), Egypt.
• Watany Eye Hospitals — Former Chairman of the Board of Directors (listed role).

Clinical focus and techniques

As an ophthalmologist associated with Watany Eye Hospitals, his work is described in the context of medical and surgical ophthalmology.

• Medical and surgical ophthalmology (scope described in his profile)

Professional societies and certifications

• ARVO-Egypt — chaired fledgling chapter for 3 years (as stated in the clinic’s materials)

Academic output

Courses and advanced training

Awards and recognition

Watany Eye Hospitals operates across Egypt with multiple branches, and international patients can coordinate visits through the clinic’s appointment system. For patients planning ophthalmology care, the institution’s founding leadership and research engagement are part of the clinic’s broader care philosophy.