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Meet Dr. Shadi Ghavidel

Glaucoma Specialist ・ Ottawa

Specializing in cataract and corneal care with advanced training in both Iran and Canada, Dr. Ghavidel is a distinguished cataract and corneal disease surgeon

Cataract Surgery and Corneal Disease

Dr. Leila Ghavidel is a highly experienced ophthalmologist with more than two decades of clinical and surgical experience, specializing in cataract surgery, corneal disease, and complex eye conditions. She previously led a uveitis referral clinic and is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and published researcher. At Herzig Eye Institute, she combines her clinical expertise with a compassionate, patient-centred approach to help patients achieve their best possible vision. Dr. Ghavidel speaks English, Farsi, Turkish, and Azeri.

Education

Tabriz University of Medical Sciences

  • Medical Degree
  • Ophthalmology Residency

McGill University’s Royal Victoria Hospital

  • Fellowship Training (Cornea & Uveitis)

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) — Ophthalmology

  • Board Certification

“My family is my greatest source of inspiration — their love and support ground me every day. I find deep comfort in the outdoors, whether through a peaceful walk in nature or exploring new places through travel. Experiencing different cultures broadens my perspective in ways that I carry into every patient interaction, helping me bring compassion, empathy, and a fresh outlook to the care I provide”

– Dr. Shadi Ghavidel

Procedures Performed

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