Aga Khan Health Services, Gilgit
Consultant Ophthalmologist & Eye Surgeon
MBBS · FCPS (Ophthalmology) · CHPE
Executive Member, Ophthalmic Society of Pakistan · Fellowship Supervisor, CPSP · Faculty Member, Aga Khan University
Cataract, laser, oculoplastic, squint, and paediatric eye care for patients across Gilgit-Baltistan.
20,000+
Successful surgeries
20+
Years in ophthalmology, serving Gilgit-Baltistan
18
Published papers — 6 international, 12 national
10
Years teaching undergraduate & postgraduate ophthalmology
Where Dr. Qaim is seeing patients this week, across both locations. OPD is clinic consultation; OT is surgery. Call the clinic to confirm timings before you travel.
Monday
Aga Khan Health Services — OPD & OT
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
GECC — OPD
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Tuesday
Aga Khan Health Services — OPD & OT
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
GECC — OT (surgery)
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Wednesday
Aga Khan Health Services — OPD & OT
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
GECC — OPD & OT
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
ThursdayToday
Aga Khan Health Services — OPD & OT
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
GECC — OPD
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Friday
Aga Khan Health Services — OPD & OT
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
GECC — OT (surgery)
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Saturday
Aga Khan Health Services — OPD & OT
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
GECC — OPD
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Sunday
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What each visit involves, in plain language. If you are unsure which applies to you, book a comprehensive examination — it covers everything below.
How the eye works — see where each problem starts
Cataract removal using the latest phacoemulsification technique, with premium lens options matched to your eyes — multifocal, EDOF, and toric lenses. Complex cases are covered too, including scleral-fixation IOLs and pupilloplasty. Dr. Qaim has performed more than 20,000 successful surgeries over 20 years.
A full check of your vision and eye health — the right place to start if you are not sure what you need. Vision and refraction testing, an eye-pressure check, and examination of the front and back of the eye.
Conventional cataract surgery for eyes where phacoemulsification is not suitable — dense or advanced cataracts, and complicated cases referred from other centres.
All major eye laser procedures: YAG laser for clouding after cataract surgery, Argon laser for retinal and diabetic changes, SLT for glaucoma pressure control, and diode laser. Quick outpatient procedures — no admission needed.
Care for every type of glaucoma to control eye pressure and protect your sight — laser treatments (ALT, SLT, and cyclodiode) and surgery for difficult, refractory cases.
Management of diabetic eye disease at every stage — intravitreal injections and laser treatment to protect the retina and preserve vision. Important for anyone living with diabetes.
Eye care for children — glasses for refractive errors, squint correction, congenital cataracts, blocked tear ducts (the drainage system), and congenital glaucoma. Most childhood eye conditions are correctable when caught early.
Correction of misaligned eyes in children and adults — realigning the eye muscles to restore appearance and, where possible, binocular vision.
Surgery of the eyelids and the structures around the eye — all types of lid surgery, the full range of ptosis (drooping eyelid) procedures, and management of eyelid cancers.
All procedures for drooping eyelids, from mild to severe — restoring the field of vision and the natural appearance of the eye.
Surgery for a blocked tear duct — DCR with intubation — for constant watering or repeated eye infections.
Diagnosis and treatment of all types of eye infection.
Surgical management of complicated conditions of the front of the eye — dense cataracts, trauma, and difficult cases referred from other centres.
Management of eye injuries and their complications, including the fitting of an artificial eye (prosthesis).
Vision testing, refraction, slit-lamp examination, pressure check, and dilated retinal assessment — with complete medical and surgical management of what is found, and a clear explanation at every step.
Coming soon
LASEK laser vision correction and corneal transplant services are being established at the clinic. Details will be announced here.
Dr. Qaim has run free eye camps across the region since 2008 — Naltar, Yasin, Skardu, and Muzaffarabad. To arrange a camp for your village or organisation, contact the clinic.
Skardu, Baltistan
2025
Yasin Valley, Ghizer
2023
Muzaffarabad, Azad Jammu & Kashmir
2022
Yasin Valley, Ghizer
2014
Yasin Valley, Ghizer
2009
Naltar Valley, Gilgit
2008
The eye, seen from above. Tap any part to read what it does — and which conditions start there. Also available as its own page.
Dr. Qaim sees patients at two locations in Gilgit — check the weekly schedule above for which one, then get directions below.
Aga Khan: +92 315 7771722|GECC: +92 346 9548214|Email: qaimalikhan25@gmail.com
Near Twin Bridges, Chinarbagh Gilgit
Manager:+92 346 9548214
Manager:+92 344 9441544