EyeCare Hospital, in collaboration with EyRIS, has introduced artificial intelligence (AI) powered retinal screening services to the Maldives.
The service was officially launched at the Maldives Health and Family Expo 2026, held at Hulhumalé Central Park. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Deputy Minister of Health Ahmed Hamdhan Nasir and the Managing Director of EyeCare, Dr Abdulla Zahir.
This initiative aims to facilitate the early detection of various eye diseases, ensuring patients can be referred for treatment as quickly as possible.
Under this system, specialised cameras capture images of the retina, which are then analysed by the EyRIS SELENA+ AI system. The technology is capable of identifying diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. The AI-generated reports assist doctors in efficiently triaging patients who require urgent medical intervention.
As several eye conditions can progress without visible symptoms, early detection is critical before vision loss occurs. By combining AI analysis with clinical expertise, medical professionals can make faster, more informed decisions regarding patient care.
EyeCare stated that its objective is to provide more accessible solutions for monitoring ocular health. The hospital further noted that the service will be available at its main facility in the near future.
