Diabetes and Endocrinology The Department of Endocrinology & Diabetology at International Medical Center, Apollo Sugar Clinic is one of the leading centers in the management of significant lifestyle disorders prevailing in the Sultanate of Oman. The departments offer comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of hormonal and metabolic disorders under the supervision of our experienced Specialists. The departments manage a variety of hormonal and metabolic disorders, including the following:

• Diabetes
• Hyperglycemia & hypoglycemia
• Thyroid disorders
• Osteoporosis
• Hypertension and hypotension
• Pituitary and Adrenal gland problems
• Growth disorders (short and tall stature)
• Disorders of sexual development and function
• Disorders of calcium and bone metabolism
• Hirsutism
• Gynaecomastia
• Obesity
• Infertility
• Hormonal and metabolic disorders

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Ophthalmology The Department of Ophthalmology of International Medical Center Apollo Sugar Clinic provides both basic and specialized eye care examinations for patients. Our skilled and experienced Ophthalmologist provides specialized treatments for a wide variety of eye problems. Specialized equipment for the detection and treatment of any eye-related problems, diabetic eye diseases, and computerized visual field analyzers for assessment of glaucoma, are available. Our Specialist Ophthalmologist, trained in optometry, helps in the prescription of glasses for both adults and children. The Department of Ophthalmology provides the following services:

• Testing for glaucoma and cataracts
• Management of medical problems (i.e., pink-eye and watery-eye)
• Cornea disorders
• Assessment of fitness to drive
• Diagnosis and treatment of patients with ophthalmic problems arising from neurological diseases or neurosurgical conditions
• Assessment of fitness to drive
• Diagnosis and treatment of patients with ophthalmic problems arising from neurological diseases or neurosurgical conditions
• Treatment of patients with the vitreoretinal disease, e.g. retinal detachments or advanced diabetic retinopathy Diet & Nutrition: The science of Dietetics and Nutrition deals with the adequacy of diets during normal life cycle and modifications as required during diseased conditions. For instance, nutrition plays an important role in effective diabetes management which can be achieved with a combination of the right medicine, exercise, and proper diet. The Department of Dietetics at International Medical Center Apollo Sugar Clinic offers integrated dietary services to address various health conditions pertaining to obesity and weight management. The primary goal is to provide and maintain an excellent and quality dietary service in meeting patients unique needs and wants. Our dietician provides personalized diet instructions, menu planning, lifestyle counseling to ensure a healthy nutritional plan that is exclusively designed to meet the desired objective. In addition to providing dietary services across the hospital and clinic, the Dietetics Department also provides educational talks to organizations and the public wherein our department adopts a multi-disciplinary and integrative approach to patient care. Objectives of Our Department
• To provide the highest quality nutritional care and dietetic services
• Prevent or reverse nutritional deficiencies
• Help patients better respond to treatments complimenting with diet
• Minimize nutrition-related side effects and complications
• Maintain strength and energy
• Protect immune function and decrease the risk of infection.
• Aid in recovery and healing.
• Maximize the quality of life
• Individualized assessment and meal plans
• Education on healthy nutrition

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Dermatology & Cosmetology The skin is the largest and most visible organ of the body and acts as a barrier. However, because the skin is more than just a simple wrapping for the body, it is also subjected to many diseases. At one time or the other, nearly everyone has to face some type of skin disease. This is when dermatologists play an important role. The Department of Dermatology & Cosmetology at International Medical Center Apollo Sugar Clinic provides advanced diagnosis and treatment for various skin disorders including cosmetology as well as venereological diseases. The department aims to deliver the highest quality of service and care to patients with numerous skin problems and allergic processes (e.g. eczema, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis), diseases of other organ systems with skin manifestations and venereal diseases. Our expert Dermatologist provides both adult and pediatric dermatological services, as well as cosmetic dermatology. The department applies for the latest advances in dermatology in an atmosphere of compassion and care. We have state of the art facilities to perform advanced treatment for addressing numerous skin disorders. Our Services include:

• Laser treatments for acne, wrinkles and hair fall
• Fillers
• Derma Roller
• Botox Treatment
• Mesotherapy
• Chemical Peeling
• Microdermabrasion
• Skin Biopsies