Mr Ellabban is a Consultant Eye Surgeon specialising in Advanced Cataract and Retinal surgeries. Mr Ellabban has performed thousands of cataract procedures. He is experienced in managing complex and technically challenging cataracts in complex situations or combined with other procedures. Mr Ellabban has diverse experience in retinal surgery and offers state-of-the-art suture-less retinal surgery for a range of retinal disorders including macular hole, epiretinal membrane, floaters, vitreous haemorrhage and retinal detachment. He also provides intravitreal injection treatments for retinal disorders including Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Maculopathy, and Retinal Vein Occlusion. Mr Ellabban was trained across the UK, Japan and Egypt. He completed a PhD from the world-renown Kyoto University in Japan focusing on macular diseases. He is a senior lecturer at Hull York Medical School and has more than 35 publications in peer-reviewed ophthalmic journals and co-authored 2 book chapters. His research was presented in the major ophthalmology meetings across the world.
I began to get blurred and distorted vision to my left eye. As I was making little progress with the NHS I decided to seek a consultation with Mr Ellabban, which I was able to get within a week of my enquiry. Mr Ellabban gave me a thorough eye examination and advised me that I required epiretinal membrane surgery / retinal peel. This was carried out soon after my diagnosis. Mr Ellabban spent a good deal of time with me explaining my diagnosis and again on follow up appointments after my surgery. I have found Mr Ellabban to be very approachable and very professional and would recommend him to others without hesitation.
4th December 2025 | Written by patient
I was unfortunate to be diagnosed with a macular hole which required surgery. From my diagnosis through to surgery and follow up Mr Ellabban showed kindness, was professional, sympathetic and a very talented surgeon who made me feel totally safe in his care. This is the first time that I have had any surgery so was very nervous and anxious especially having an operation on my eye. Mr Ellabban and his team at The Hull Eye Hospital were so reassuring and looked after me , putting me at ease. He explained what he was doing and whilst no operation is nice I came away feeling it certainly wasn’t as bad as I had imagined it was going to be which I was grateful for being my first experience of surgery. We are very lucky to have The Eye Hospital here in Hull and so would like to thank not only Mr Ellabban and his team but also the whole department. You all work so hard and show such dedication, you really are our real life Super heroes. Thank you all, for your care, support and expertise
22nd August 2024 | Written by patient
I had the pleasure of being treated by Mr Ellabban, a consultant ophthalmologist, for my cataract surgery. I was very impressed by his brilliant personal and professional skills. He was very friendly, patient, and attentive to my needs and concerns. He explained the procedure and the risks in a clear and reassuring way. He performed the surgery with great expertise and precision, and I felt very comfortable and safe under his care. The surgery was a great success, and I am delighted with the results. My vision has improved significantly, and I can see the world in a new light. I am so very grateful to Mr Ellabban for giving me a new lease on life. He is an excellent doctor and a wonderful person. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs eye care. The results were far, far better than I could have ever hoped.
11th February 2024 | Written by patient
Dr Ellabban was very professional & thoroughly explained my eye problem. I have seen several eye consultants but none of them have been able to explain to me exactly the problem of my eyes. I am very grateful for his professional expertise.
26th January 2023 | Written by patient
I was extremely nervous, and Mr Ellabban put me at my ease during my consultation and surgery. Very satisfied with the outcome of my treatment. Thank you so much for restoring my vision.
12th November 2022 | Written by patient
I had to have emergency surgery for an exposed retinal detachment eye buckle and Mr Ellabban performed the operation with amazing skill , reassurance & kindness. I would have no hesitation in recommending him.
1st May 2022 | Written by patient
I had an excellent experience with Dr Ellabban during my consultation with him at Spire Eye Hospital. He was caring, very professional and checked my eyes thoroughly.
22nd April 2022 | Written by patient
As a young person having cataracts is a very daunting experience. However, Mr Ellabban put me at ease and performed his magic. My vision has improved beyond expectation along with my quality of life. I am forever grateful.
22nd April 2022 | Written by patient
Retinal tear repair @ Hull eye hospital Careful compassionate treatment by Mr Ellaban and the team. Many thanks
16th April 2022 | Written by patient
Very friendly,efficient,put you at ease,informative and willing to listen to what if anything you wanted to ask-would highly recommend-don't really think you could improve the care was highly satified.
14th April 2022 | Written by patient
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