This department with all its divisions is capable of treating all diseases of the eyes , optic nerve, and adenexa such as the lacrimal system and eyelids.The various units treat the eyes and all diseases or refractive errors that may affect them, including the treatment of diseases that affect the eye from trauma or infections. It can also perform surgical procedures (day case) for refractive purposes and treatment of cataract and glaucoma, various corneal surgeries, and other diseases as well as the latest excimar laser technologies. There is also a unit for the treatment of retinal diseases and retinopathy by modern methods, and a specialized unit for the treatment of children's eyes.