Top 5 Oculoplastic Surgery Specialists in Jordan 2026

When do you need this specialty or procedure?

Oculoplastic surgery is a branch of ophthalmology. It deals with the eyelids, the tear drainage system, the bony socket around the eye (the orbit) and nearby facial tissue. All five doctors on this page are ophthalmologists who list it as a subspecialty. They can therefore assess the eye itself as well as the structures around it.

People commonly book an oculoplastic assessment for:

• Drooping upper eyelid (ptosis) that makes you tired, makes you lift your brows, or narrows your field of vision.
• Heavy or excess eyelid skin that may be cosmetic or may partly block vision.
• Eyelids turning in or out, which can cause irritation, redness or watering.
• A constantly watery eye or sticky discharge, which can point to a blocked tear duct, in adults or babies.
• Lumps or growths on the eyelid, especially ones that grow, bleed, change colour or do not heal.
• A bulging eye, or a change in eye position, sometimes linked to thyroid eye disease or other orbital conditions.
• Eyelid twitching or spasm that does not settle.

Some needs overlap with general eye care. These include sudden blurred vision, recurring headaches with eye strain, new floaters, and regular retina checks if you have diabetes. Several doctors here also list cataract, strabismus, children's eye care or retina services.

Warning signs that need urgent care

Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department straight away if you have:

• Sudden loss of vision, or a curtain or shadow across your sight
• A sudden shower of new floaters or flashes of light
• An eye injury, a penetrating object, or a chemical splash (rinse with clean water while you get help)
• A painful red eye with blurred vision, nausea or vomiting
• Rapid, painful swelling and redness around the eye with fever, pain on moving the eye, or double vision; this matters especially in children
• A drooping eyelid that appears suddenly with double vision, a severe headache, facial weakness or slurred speech

These can be signs of serious eye, nerve or circulation problems, and they should not wait for a clinic appointment.

How to choose among the doctors here

If you searched for the best oculoplastic surgery specialists in Jordan, keep one point in mind. No directory ranking can tell you who will suit your case. This list is ordered by profile completeness only. These criteria are more useful:

• Match the services to your problem. Some profiles list tear-drainage surgery, lacrimal duct repair or ptosis surgery specifically. Others list eyelid aesthetic surgery, orbital surgery, or a combination with strabismus and children's care. Read each services list against your concern.
• Think about combined needs. If you also have a cataract, a squint, a retina condition or a child who needs an eye check, a doctor whose profile covers those areas may save extra referrals.
• Check the published qualifications. Some profiles name a medical school, board certificates or fellowships, and some name training centres. Ask any doctor directly about their experience with your specific procedure.
• Consider location and follow-up. Eyelid and tear-duct procedures usually need one or more follow-up visits. A clinic you can reach easily matters, whether that is Mecca Street in Amman, Al Thaniyah in Karak or Downtown Aqaba.
• Check hours against your schedule. The three Amman doctors share the same confirmed hours, including Thursday mornings. The Karak clinic has a longer Saturday. The Aqaba centre opens Saturday to Thursday.
• Ask whether your concern is cosmetic or functional. A good consultation explains this honestly. It affects insurance and helps you decide whether treatment is worthwhile.

What to expect at the first visit

A first oculoplastic visit usually includes a full eye examination as well as a close look at the eyelids and surrounding area. Expect a vision test and an examination with a slit lamp. You may have eye-pressure measurement and eyelid measurements. You may also be photographed so changes can be tracked. If the clinic needs to examine the retina, it may use dilating drops, which blur vision for a few hours. Plan not to drive yourself home.

What to bring

• Your national ID or passport, and your insurance card if you have one
• A list of your medicines, including blood thinners, eye drops and supplements
• Previous eye reports, scans or surgery records
• Your current glasses, and your contact lens details
• For eyelid concerns, older photos of your face can help show how the eyelids have changed
• For a child, their vaccination card and any earlier eye check results

Questions worth asking

• What is causing my symptom, and is treatment needed or optional?
• What are the non-surgical options, and what happens if I wait?
• If surgery is suggested, what does it involve, and what type of anaesthetic is used?
• What recovery should I expect, and when can I return to work or exercise?
• What are the possible risks and side effects?
• How many follow-up visits are needed, and where do they take place?

The doctor's advice depends on an examination of your own eyes. General information here or elsewhere cannot tell you whether a treatment suits you.

Insurance, fees and booking: what to ask before the appointment

None of the listed profiles publishes a consultation fee. Ask the clinic directly when you book. Among the five profiles, Arab Orient Insurance is listed for Dr. Maher Nabih Nofal. If you are insured through another company, ask the clinic and your insurer before the visit.

Useful questions when booking:

• What is the consultation fee, and does it include tests such as eye-pressure measurement or imaging?
• Does my insurer cover the consultation, and does it need a referral or prior approval?
• Is eyelid surgery covered when it is functional, for example ptosis that blocks vision? Is it treated differently from cosmetic surgery?
• If a procedure is recommended, can I get a written estimate and an explanation of what it includes?
• Which doctor will I see? At a multi-doctor centre, confirm your appointment is with the doctor you chose.

For the Karak clinic, the profile advises confirming the doctor's attendance and the appointment time before you go.

Getting there

This is a kingdom-wide list, and each profile states its own city and district:

• Amman: Dr. Nofal, Dr. Naser and Dr. Al Jbour all practise at Jordan Eye Center on Mecca Street. If you are travelling from another governorate, you can compare all three in one place and book with whoever fits your needs.
• Karak: Dr. Al Mbaydeen's clinic is in Al Thaniyah, at Elaf Complex, third floor, clinic 7.
• Aqaba: Dr. Allawi sees patients at Surgical Eye Center in Downtown Aqaba.

If you may receive dilating drops or have a minor procedure, arrange for someone to drive you. Check the clinic's directions when you book.

Checklist before you book

• Write down your main symptom, when it started and whether it is getting worse
• Rule out urgent warning signs; if any apply, call 911 instead of booking
• Compare each doctor's published services with your concern (eyelid, tear duct, orbit, or a combined eye problem)
• Choose a clinic you can reach for follow-up visits
• Check the confirmed hours against your work or school schedule
• Ask the consultation fee and what it includes
• Confirm insurance cover and any approval needed
• Gather your medicine list, previous eye reports and glasses
• Arrange a driver if dilating drops are likely
• Prepare your questions about options, risks and recovery