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Univ. Prof. Dr. med. Peter Charbel Issa, FEBO
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Univ. Prof. Dr. med. Peter Charbel Issa, FEBO

ophthalmology, surgical eye care, AMD, and retinal diseases
ophthalmology, surgical eye care, AMD, and retinal diseases
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92%15 years9.6/10$$$$5688No

Overview

Country, City
Germany, Munich
Health facility
University Hospital Rechts der Isar Munich
Medical unit
Department of ophthalmology

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. Dr. med. Peter Charbel Issa is an internationally recognized specialist in degenerative retinal diseases, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and inherited retinal diseases such as Stargardt disease and retinitis pigmentosa. His extensive clinical and research experience spans several prestigious institutions across Europe, and his contributions to the field have been acknowledged through numerous awards and leadership roles in professional organizations. Univ. Prof. Dr. med. Peter Charbel Issa, FEBO, is a distinguished ophthalmologist with over many years of experience and numerous scientific publications. His career highlights include a focus on degenerative retinal diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration, and inherited retinal diseases. Dr. Issa has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the Research Award of the German Society of Ophthalmology and the Macula Research Award. He serves as Director of the Department of Ophthalmology at the Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University of Munich, where he continues to pioneer novel treatments for retinal diseases, making significant contributions to the field. Dr. Issa's expertise and dedication to advancing research in ophthalmology have positioned him as a leading figure in the field. His impressive track record of publications reflects his commitment to improving the understanding and treatment of retinal diseases. As a Consultant for biotech and pharmaceutical companies and an Editorial Board Member of reputable journals, Dr. Issa's influence extends beyond the clinic, shaping the future of ophthalmology through his innovative approaches and collaborations.

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CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education
  • Studied human medicine at the universities of Jena, Freiburg, and London.
  • Completed clinical and research training at the Universities of Würzburg, Bonn, and Oxford.
  • 2010 Habilitation in ophthalmology.
Experience
  • 2012: Appointed to the newly established professorship for degenerative retinal diseases at the University Eye Clinic Bonn, funded by the PRO RETINA Foundation.
  • 2013: Appointed Professor of Ophthalmology (Chair for Degenerative Retinal Diseases) at the University of Bonn, Germany, where he also served as Coordinator for Ophthalmology in the Centre for Rare Diseases.
  • 2016: Returned to Oxford as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at the Oxford Eye Hospital and Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Oxford, focusing on novel treatments for retinal diseases, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and inherited retinal diseases.
  • April 2024: Appointed Director of the Department of Ophthalmology at the Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University of Munich (TUM).
Awards & Memberships
  • Recipient of the prestigious Marie-Curie Fellowship.
  • Received the Research Award of the German Society of Ophthalmology.
  • Awarded the Macula Research Award for the prevention of blindness.
  • Holds a GEROK Scholarship.
  • Member of the scientific advisory board of the ProRetina patient organization.
  • Co-organizer of the "ProRetina Research Colloquium."
  • Elected member of the "Retinal Dystrophies Expert Committee" of the European Vision Institute Clinical Research Network.
  • Consultant for several biotech and pharmaceutical companies.
  • Serves as an Editorial Board Member of the journals RETINA and Ophthalmic Research.

Languages

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English
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German

Publications

Extended phenotypic spectrum of benign yellow dot maculopathy.

21 February, 2025

Late progressive atrophy in rubella retinopathy.

18 February, 2025

Long term analysis of microbiological isolates and antibiotic susceptibilities in acute-onset postoperative endophthalmitis: a UK multicentre study.

12 February, 2025

Location

Ismaninger Str., 22, 81675 Munich, Germany

FAQ

What is the specialization of Univ. Prof. Dr. med. Peter Charbel Issa, FEBO?

The primary specialization of the doctor is ophthalmology, surgical eye care, AMD, and retinal diseases.

What is the experience of the specialist?

Univ. Prof. Dr. med. Peter Charbel Issa, FEBO has been practicing for more than 15 years.

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No, Univ. Prof. Dr. med. Peter Charbel Issa, FEBO doesn’t perform virtual appointments.

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