Top 3 Treatment for dry eyes Clinics in Jordan 2026

When do you need this specialty or procedure?

Dry eye disease is a long-term problem with the surface of the eye. Tears are either not made in sufficient amount or evaporate too quickly, often because the oil glands along the eyelid margin are not working well. Treatment for dry eyes is provided by ophthalmologists, the eye doctors who examine the eyelids, the tear film and the eye surface.

Book a visit if you notice burning, stinging or a gritty feeling, heavy eyelids towards the end of the day, or vision that blurs and then clears when you blink. Discomfort with contact lenses is another reason to ask for an assessment. Watery eyes can also come from dry eye, because reflex tears do not fix an unstable tear film. Dust, dry air, air conditioning and heating can make symptoms worse, and so can long periods of screen use.

A diagnostic visit usually takes 20 to 40 minutes, and noticeable improvement typically appears after 4 to 12 weeks of consistent treatment. Treatment is planned in steps and reviewed at follow-up, so expect more than one visit.

Urgent warning signs

Dry eye itself is rarely an emergency, but some symptoms are. Seek emergency care or call 911 straight away if you have sudden loss of vision, severe eye pain, a blow to the eye, a chemical splash or any substance in the eye, or eye pain with nausea, vomiting or a sudden change in how you see light. Do not wait for a routine appointment in these cases.

How to choose among the clinics here

Three clinics are listed: two in Amman and one in Aqaba. All three publish treatment for dry eyes among their services, so the choice usually comes down to practical factors:

• Location: Shami Eye Center in the Seventh Circle, Dr Amer Hajjaj's clinic in the Fifth Circle, and Dr Amer Fakhoury's clinic in Downtown Aqaba.
• Hours: check the session times for the day you can attend, because they differ between the three.
• Team: Shami lists seven ophthalmologists, while Dr Amer Hajjaj and Dr Amer Fakhoury each list one doctor.
• Related needs: if you also need contact lens fitting, children's eye examinations or diabetic eye care, compare the services lists. If you may need surgery, check which procedures are listed.
• Insurance: the Aqaba profile lists its insurers, so confirm coverage directly with the other clinics.

The order on this page reflects how complete each published profile is, scored out of 100. It does not reflect treatment quality, and no clinic here is ranked as the best treatment for dry eyes clinics in Jordan. A profile with more published details is easier to check, but you should still ask each clinic your own questions.

What to expect at the first visit

The visit usually follows the same steps across clinics. First, the doctor asks about your symptoms, the medicines you take (including any eye drops you already use) and your daily environment, such as screen time, air conditioning, dust exposure and contact lens use. Next comes an examination of the eyelids and the oil glands along the lid margin. The doctor may then run tests of the eye surface. Based on the findings, a stepwise treatment plan is agreed, and follow-up visits check how you respond.

Bring the following:

• A list of all eye drops, medicines and supplements you use
• Your glasses, and your contact lenses with the lens type you wear
• Any previous eye reports or prescriptions
• A written list of your questions

Useful questions include: what is causing my symptoms, which steps come first, how we will measure improvement, when I should come back, and what to do if my symptoms get worse.

Insurance, fees and booking

Before you book, ask the clinic directly about the consultation fee and whether the first visit includes the examination and the surface tests. Confirm which payment methods they accept. The Aqaba clinic's profile states that it accepts insurance and lists its insurers, including MetLife Alico, Arabia Insurance Company Jordan (AICJ) and AXA — NatHealth. Even with a listed insurer, ask the clinic to confirm your specific plan and whether the services you need are covered before your visit.

Use the contact details on each clinic's profile to book. Ask how many follow-up visits are usually planned, so you can arrange time off work or school in advance.

Getting there

Shami Eye Center — Seventh Circle is in the Seventh Circle area of Amman Governorate, on Princess Sumaya bint Al Hassan Street. Dr Amer Hajjaj Ophthalmology Clinic is on the fourth floor of Dahdaleh Medical Complex in the Fifth Circle area of Amman Governorate. Dr Amer Fakhoury's clinic is on Mutah Street in Downtown Aqaba, Aqaba.

Before leaving, check the clinic's hours for your chosen day, and plan your route using the circle or street name shown on the profile.

Checklist before you book

• Confirm that the clinic lists treatment for dry eyes among its services.
• Check the hours for the day you want, and confirm your preferred time falls within them.
• Decide whether Amman (Seventh Circle or Fifth Circle) or Aqaba (Downtown) is practical for your follow-up visits.
• Ask about the consultation fee and what the first visit includes.
• Check insurance coverage with the clinic if you plan to claim it.
• Prepare your medicines list, your glasses and your lens details.
• Write down when your symptoms are worst and what triggers them.
• Save the emergency number 911 and know the warning signs listed above.