Professor Merab Dvali

Merab Dvali is an ophthalmologist with nearly half a century of clinical, scientific, and academic experience. His name is closely associated with the wide introduction of ocular microsurgery in Georgia, for which he was awarded the State Prize in Science in 2002.

For his successful ophthalmologic work in the People’s Republic of China between 1992–1993, Professor Merab Dvali was awarded the International Order of Friendship of Peoples.

Professor Dvali is also recognized for introducing numerous innovative treatment methods in Georgia and for educating multiple generations of ophthalmologists.

Key Achievements

• In 1975, Professor Merab Dvali became the first Georgian ophthalmologist to perform cataract phacoemulsification with intraocular lens implantation.

• In 1999, he founded the first Excimer Laser Center in the Transcaucasian region.

• In 2000, Professor Merab Dvali became the first surgeon in the world to perform pediatric LASIK excimer laser vision correction.

• In 2004, he performed Georgia’s first implantation of a phakic intraocular lens (ICL) for the correction of refractive errors.

• His name is also associated with the introduction of innovative keratoconus diagnostic and treatment methods in Georgia, including:

  • Intrastromal corneal ring implantation (2003)

  • Corneal cross-linking (2007)

Experience and Expertise

Professor Merab Dvali has performed more than 15,000 laser vision correction procedures in Georgia.

Although laser vision correction is now available at various medical institutions, Akhali Mzera Eye Clinic stands out not only because of its advanced diagnostic and surgical technologies, but also because of the experience and expertise of its medical team. The clinic places strong emphasis on both preoperative and postoperative patient management, which is essential for minimizing complications and achieving optimal visual outcomes.

All patients interested in laser vision correction undergo comprehensive preoperative and postoperative examinations with leading specialists, including:

• Nana Tsinadze

• Bella Sirbiladze

The surgical procedures are personally performed by Merab Dvali, who has over 25 years of experience with this technology as its pioneer in Georgia.

Personalized Patient Care

Each laser vision correction patient is assigned a personal manager who assists with scheduling examinations and organizing every stage of the treatment process according to the patient’s preferred timing. This approach ensures maximum comfort and provides a premium-level patient experience.