Ophthalmology in Uzbekistan: Challenges and prospects
Uzbekistan is situated at the heart of Central Asia with a population of approximately 30 million people. Ophthalmology there has witnessed significant progress over the past few decades since its independence in 1991, reflecting Uzbekistan’s efforts to align its healthcare standards with international norms and provide comprehensive eyecare services to its citizens [1]. However, the field also faces certain challenges that need to be addressed to fully meet the population’s needs.