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Dr Moïse Tourabaly Ophthalmic Surgeon in Paris and Cachan
I take the time to explain every examination, every diagnosis and every treatment option in plain language: both anatomically and technically. Understanding what is happening in your eye and what surgery can offer you is, to my mind, the first step towards a successful journey. My commitment: a clear explanation at every stage, a precise diagnosis, and personalised follow-up from the first consultation through to the post-operative check-up. A surgical decision is always made with you, never for you.
— Dr Moïse Tourabaly, former chef de clinique at the Quinze-Vingts hospital, author of 8 international scientific publications indexed on PubMed. Discover my background →
Training & Background
Since 2022
Private practice
- Cachan practice: Refractive & cataract surgery
- Paris 13 practice: Medical retina & Diabet’ (since 2026)
2020 — 2022
Chef de clinique
- CHN Quinze-Vingts
- Specialisation in lamellar corneal surgery (DMEK, DSAEK, DALK)
2008 — 2020
Medical curriculum
- La Réunion · First year (PCEM1)
- Bordeaux · Clinical training (DCEM)
- Paris · Ophthalmology residency
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Research & Publications
publications
author
journals
indexed
Surgery Indications for Fuchs’ Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy — Review of the Literature
Évaluation de la vitrectomie associée à une irido-zonulo-hyaloïdotomie dans le glaucome malin
Long-term Outcomes After Lamellar Endothelial Keratoplasty Compared With Penetrating Keratoplasty — A Systematic Review
Learned Societies
Professional identification · Dr Moïse Tourabaly · Ophthalmic surgeon · RPPS 10101444676 · Sector 2 OPTAM-contracted · Carte Vitale accepted · Registered with the French Medical Council (Ordre des Médecins).
Consultation
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Consultations available in Cachan (94) and Paris 13. Pre-operative assessment, post-operative follow-up and medical ophthalmology.
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What is an ophthalmic surgeon?
An ophthalmic surgeon is a medical doctor specializing in the eyes who, in addition to seeing patients in consultation, performs surgery. In France, ophthalmology is a combined medical and surgical specialty: all ophthalmologists complete the same initial training, but not all of them practice surgery. The term ophthalmic surgeon refers to an ophthalmologist who operates on a regular basis.
Ophthalmologist, orthoptist, optician: who does what?
- The ophthalmologist is a medical doctor: they examine, make the diagnosis, prescribe and treat. If they are a surgeon, they also perform the procedures.
- The orthoptist is an allied health professional: they provide vision rehabilitation and carry out certain tests.
- The optician prepares and dispenses glasses and contact lenses, on the basis of a prescription.
Which procedures does Dr Tourabaly perform, and where?
- Laser refractive surgery — LASIK, PRK and SMILE: at the Clinique Laser Victor Hugo (16th arrondissement of Paris).
- Phakic lens implant (ICL) and cataract surgery: at the Clinique Sainte-Geneviève (14th arrondissement of Paris).
Consultations, the assessment before the procedure and the follow-up after the procedure take place at the Cachan practice. The practice in the 13th arrondissement of Paris provides medical follow-up of the retina, particularly for people with diabetes. Surgery, on the other hand, always takes place in a clinic.
When should you see an ophthalmic surgeon?
Most often in three situations: you would like to depend less on your glasses or contact lenses (nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, presbyopia); a cataract is starting to interfere with your daily life; or you want an opinion on a procedure that has been suggested to you.
The first step is always a consultation with an assessment. It is this assessment that shows whether a procedure is indicated, which one, or whether it is preferable not to operate. Like any surgery, these procedures carry risks, which are explained during the consultation.
Frequently asked questions about Dr Tourabaly
Where does Dr Tourabaly operate in Paris?
Laser refractive surgery procedures — LASIK, PRK and SMILE — take place at the Clinique Laser Victor Hugo (Paris 16). Cataract surgery and phakic (ICL) implant placement are performed at the Clinique Sainte-Geneviève (Paris 14). Consultations are held at the Cachan (94) and Paris 13 offices.
How do I book an appointment with Dr Tourabaly?
Appointments can be booked online via Doctolib or by phone at the Cachan office (+33 1 45 47 08 11). The first ophthalmology consultation is used to assess your situation and answer your questions.
What is Dr Tourabaly’s background?
Dr Moïse Tourabaly is a Former Chef de Clinique at the Hôpital National des Quinze-Vingts (Sorbonne Université), holds the University Diploma (DIU) in refractive surgery and is a member of the French Society of Ophthalmology (SFO), SAFIR and ESCRS.
Does Dr Tourabaly treat cataracts?
Yes. Cataract surgery, with the placement of intraocular implants (monofocal, toric or multifocal), is performed at the Clinique Sainte-Geneviève (Paris 14).
Does Dr Tourabaly provide diabetic retinopathy follow-up?
Yes. Retinal follow-up and diabetic retinopathy monitoring are provided at the Diabet’ Paris 13 office.
At which offices can I see Dr Tourabaly?
Dr Tourabaly consults at the Cachan (94) office, 1 Ter Rue Camille Desmoulins, and at the Diabet’ Paris 13 office (12 Rue du Moulin des Prés).