Fiks Qoboshiyane, Ophthalmologist
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Fiks Qoboshiyane

Ophthalmologist

6 Chelsea Court Umhlanga Ridge Durban, 4319

About

Dr. Fiks Qoboshiyane is an ophthalmologist practicing in Umhlanga Ridge, Durban. Dr. Qoboshiyane specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Qoboshiyane can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Qoboshiyane can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.

Education and Training

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 46 years of experience
Fiks Qoboshiyane
Fiks Qoboshiyane's Expert Contributions
  • Why are my eyes so sensitive to light?

    Sensitivity to light may be due to inflammation of the conjunctiva, cornea, sclera, uveal tract. The cause may include irritants,dry eyes,viruses,allergy, trauma, systemic diseases like autoimmune conditions, sarcoidosis, tuberculosis syphilis, toxins, drugs and excessive alcohol ingestion. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Ophthalmic Surgeon

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Local Lecture and Taught at University of KwaZulu-Natal 1997-2007 -

Internships

  • University of the Witwatersrand, The Colleges of Medicine of South Africa

Professional Society Memberships

  • Medical Association of South Africa, South African Police Service, Ophthalmological Society of South Africa

Articles and Publications

  • Various Magazine Articles on Ophthalmology in South Africa Journal of Medicine

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Consistency, dedication, perseverance

Hobbies / Sports

  • Table Tennis, Gym

Fiks Qoboshiyane's Practice location

6 Chelsea Court -
Umhlanga Ridge, Durban 4319
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