Dr Mikhail Adolfo Hernandez Diaz
Professional statement
Mr Mikhail Adolfo Hernandez Diaz is a consultant ophthalmic surgeon with extensive expertise in state-of-the-art laser eye surgery, cataract surgery, refractive lens replacement and corneal surgery. He is recognised for his precise surgical technique and strong commitment to patient- centred care.
He graduated Magna Cum Laude in Medicine in 2011 and completed his specialist training in Ophthalmology in 2017. He subsequently pursued subspecialty training, completing a dedicated Fellowship in Cornea, Cataract and Refractive Surgery in 2018. He holds several Postgraduate Master’s degrees and diplomas in Advanced Ophthalmology and is board-certified by the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO). His international professional qualifications included the European Board of Ophthalmology’s Fellowship in Cataract and Refractive surgery (FEBO-CR), Fellowship of the World College of Refractive Surgeons (FWCRS), Fellowship of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) and Fellowship of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Notably, he also holds the highly regarded Certificate in Laser and Refractive Surgery (CertLRS) from the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.
Mr Hernandez Diaz has performed over 6,000 lens-based procedures (including refractive lens exchange, phakic lens implant, and cataract surgeries) and over 2,000 laser refractive procedures (LASIK, PRK, PTK). Alongside his clinical work, he has contributed to research in leading ophthalmology journals and regularly attends national and international courses and conferences to remain at the forefront of the developments in ophthalmology. He has extensive experience teaching and mentoring Ophthalmologists across Europe.
On a personal level, Dr. Hernandez loves to travel and spending time with his family. Currently his favourite pass time it's raising his baby.
Clinics

Optical Express Dublin - Hainault House
Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 13 years of experience
- Independent consultant, Optical Express
Subspecialties
- Laser Eye Surgery: LASIK, PRK, PTK, and customized corneal treatments
- Lens-Based Refractive Surgery: Implantable Collamer Lenses (ICL) and Refractive Lens Exchange / Replacement (RLE)
Professional memberships
- Irish Medical Council (IMC)
- Valencian Official Medical Council
Education
- Certificate in Laser and Refractive Surgery (CertLRS) Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) (September 2025)
- Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology - Sub-specialist Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery (FEBO-CR) (September 2025)
Teaching posts
- Teacher and mentor of ophthalmology residents and medical students
Publications and conferences
- Featured Journal Articles:
- Two-Year Follow-up of Intracorneal ring segments implantation in adolescent patients with Keratoconus. Journal of Refractive Surgery. 2021 Feb 1;37(2):91-97. doi: 10.3928/1081597X-20201123-03.
Prizes and awards
- Scholarship winner, Congress of the Valencian Society of Ophthalmology (2016)
- PUBLIBECA winner, 29th SECOIR Congress (2014)
Languages spoken
- English
- French