Dr. Munira Shakir

About Dr. Munira Shakir

Dr. Munira Shakir is a highly accomplished and certified ophthalmologist at Al-Ibrahim Eye Hospital in Karachi, one of Pakistan’s premier eye care institutions. With over 23 years of clinical and surgical experience, she is among Karachi’s most trusted eye surgeons. Her certification in phacoemulsification (modern cataract surgery) and her breadth of expertise across medical and surgical ophthalmology have earned her the loyalty of thousands of patients and their families.

Dr. Shakir’s ophthalmological practice covers phacoemulsification cataract surgery with premium IOL implantation, LASIK and refractive surgery for spectacle freedom, glaucoma diagnosis and management (including laser trabeculoplasty), retinal disease diagnosis and referral for treatment, diabetic retinopathy screening and follow-up, and management of dry eye, conjunctivitis, and corneal diseases. She also provides pediatric eye assessments and has experience managing squint (strabismus) and amblyopia in children.

Overview Of Dr. Munira Shakir

Specialty: Ophthalmology

Hospital / Clinic: Al-Ibrahim Eye Hospital, Karachi

Location: Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan

Education: MBBS, FCPS (Ophthalmology), Phacoemulsification Certified

Experience: 23+ years

Areas of Expertise

• Certified in phacoemulsification (modern cataract surgery) with premium IOL
• Offers LASIK refractive surgery for spectacle independence
• Manages glaucoma: medical and laser treatment options
• Screens and monitors diabetic retinopathy and retinal diseases
• Paediatric eye assessments and amblyopia management

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What eye conditions does Dr. Munira Shakir treat?

A: She treats cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, refractive errors, dry eye, corneal disease, and squint in children.

Q: Does she perform cataract surgery?

A: Yes, Dr. Shakir is certified in phacoemulsification cataract surgery with premium intraocular lens implantation.

Q: Is LASIK available at Al-Ibrahim Eye Hospital?

A: Yes, LASIK and refractive surgery services are available. Dr. Shakir will evaluate your suitability during a consultation.

Q: Can she treat diabetic eye disease?

A: Yes, she provides comprehensive diabetic retinopathy screening and coordinates with retinal specialists for advanced cases.