Centre d'Ophtalmologie | Dr Malek Yassine

Centre d’Ophtalmologie Dr Malek Yassine is a purpose-built facility dedicated exclusively to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of eye disease. Situated in the rapidly developing Haut Founty district of Agadir, the clinic was conceived to meet an unmet need for subspecialty retinal and cataract services in southern Morocco. From the moment patients enter the bright reception area they are greeted by a multilingual team that can converse fluently in Arabic, French and English, ensuring that international visitors feel as comfortable as local residents.

The clinic is led by Dr Malek Yassine, an ophthalmologist who completed his residency at the prestigious Mohammed V Military Training Hospital in Rabat before pursuing a focused fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at Oued Eddahab Military Hospital. His hospital appointments as a Vitreoretinal Consultant from 2023 to 2024 exposed him to a wide spectrum of complex retinal pathology, experience that he now brings to private practice. Dr Yassine is an active member of global professional bodies such as EURETINA, ESCRS, FLORETINA, the French Society of Ophthalmology (SFO), the Moroccan Society of Ophthalmology (SMO) and SAMIR, allowing him to remain at the cutting edge of research and surgical innovation.

The clinical workflow has been designed for efficiency as well as thoroughness. After registration, patients move through a structured circuit that includes automated vision testing, intra-ocular pressure measurement and slit-lamp biomicroscopy. Advanced imaging is performed in-house using Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for macular analysis, retinography for high-resolution fundus documentation, and corneal topography to map anterior-segment irregularities. When vascular disorders are suspected, the team can immediately obtain fluorescein or indocyanine-green angiography images, greatly reducing time to diagnosis.

In the operating theatre, strict aseptic protocols align with international standards. Dr Yassine performs micro-incision phacoemulsification for cataract extraction, pars plana vitrectomy for retinal detachment, membrane peeling for macular pucker, and laser-assisted pterygium excision using tissue-sparing techniques. A dedicated paediatric programme addresses congenital cataract and other childhood ocular disorders, while the anterior-segment service offers chalazion and eyelid cyst removal under local anaesthesia for rapid recovery.

Therapeutic options are complemented by a comprehensive contact-lens department. Here, rigid gas-permeable lenses, keratoconus lenses and overnight orthokeratology lenses are fitted with the aid of corneal topography. Patients who are unsuitable for laser refractive surgery can therefore still achieve independent vision through customised lens therapy.

The physical infrastructure reflects the clinic’s commitment to comfort and accessibility. Located at 105, Lot 237 on Avenue Laayoun, the building offers barrier-free entry, lift access to all floors and ample on-site parking. Public transport links via Avenue Mohammed V place the centre within easy reach of coastal hotels, making it a convenient choice for medical tourists seeking reliable eye care while on holiday.

Opening hours run from 08:30 to 17:30, Monday to Friday, with a half-day service on Saturday from 09:00 to 13:00. Although the clinic does not currently advertise 24-hour emergency cover, the front-desk team will assist in directing urgent cases to the nearest on-call service. Flexible appointment slots and minimal waiting times underscore the facility’s patient-centred ethos.

Whether the need is routine refraction or complex retinal surgery, Centre d’Ophtalmologie Dr Malek Yassine provides a full spectrum of modern ophthalmic care delivered with professionalism, empathy and technological excellence. The clinic’s blend of high-level expertise, cutting-edge equipment and personalised attention positions it as a reference centre for eye health in Agadir and the wider Souss-Massa region.