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Mohamad Hanif Bin Hajar Maidin

Academic Qualifications

  • Doctor of Philosophy (Optometry) - Doctor of Philosophy, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
  • Master of Health Sciences (Clinical Optometry) - Masters Degree, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
  • Bachelor of Optometry (Hons) - Bachelor Degree, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Mohamad Hanif Bin Hajar Maidin (Dr.)

Assistant Professor
IIUM Kuantan Campus

KULLIYYAH OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES


hanifmaidin@iium.edu.my
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Expert Profile


Dr. Mohamad Hanif is a seasoned optometrist with years of experience in the industry, graduating with a Bachelor of Optometry from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) in 1999. He furthered his education with a Master in Health Sciences (Optometry) from UKM in 2011, enhancing his expertise in the field. 

Dr Hanif gained valuable experience working in various optometry settings, including retail and clinical practice. His dedication to patient care and service excellence was recognized when he received the 'Best Professional Optometrist' award from Focus Point in 2010. Prior to his current role at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Dr. Hanif served as a lecturer at UCSI, honing his skills in teaching and mentorship. 

In 2020, Dr. Hanif achieved a significant milestone by earning his PhD from UKM. His doctoral research entitled ‘Tear Lipid Profile and its Association to Clinical Assessment of Dry Eye’, a cross discipline project which utilizing both clinical and advanced lab techniques for identification dry eye biomarker. 

Currently, Dr. Hanif is actively engaged in teaching at the Kulliyyah of Allied Health Science, IIUM. His research interests span ocular surface health, dry eye management, vision therapy, contact lens care and clinical optometry, contributing to advancements in the field and improving patient outcomes.



Area of Specialisation


  • Medical And Health ~ Medical And Health Sciences ~ Optometry ~ Clinical Optometry - Optometry


Teaching Responsibilities


Ocular Anatomy and Physiology 2 2023/2024
Ophthalmic Optics and Dispensing 1 2025/2026 2024/2025
ANTERIOR OCULAR PATHOLOGY 2023/2024 2022/2023
BASIC OF CONTACT LENSES 2025/2026
CASE MANAGEMENT 1 2025/2026 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023
CASE MANAGEMENT 2 2024/2025 2022/2023
CONTACT LENS PRACTICE 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023
INDUSTRIAL PLACEMENT 2024/2025 2022/2023
INTRO. TO PROFESSIONAL CONTACT LENS PRACTICE 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023
INVESTIGATIVE PROJECT 1 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023
INVESTIGATIVE PROJECT 2 2025/2026 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023
LOW VISION 2024/2025
OCULAR ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY 1 2022/2023
OCULAR ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY 2 2022/2023
Ocular Anatomy and Physiology 1 2025/2026 2024/2025 2023/2024
Ocular Pathology 1 2024/2025
OPHTHALMIC INSTRUMENTS 2023/2024
OPHTHALMIC OPTICS AND DISPENSING 2 2025/2026 2023/2024
Primary Care Optometry Clinic 1 2024/2025
PRIMARY OPTOMETRY CLINIC 1 2025/2026 2024/2025 2022/2023
PRIMARY OPTOMETRY CLINIC 2 2025/2026 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023
PRIMARY OPTOMETRY CLINIC 3 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023
SPECIALIZATION CLINIC A 1 2025/2026
SPECIALIZATION CLINIC B 1 2025/2026 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023
SPECIALIZATION CLINIC B 2 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: ISSUES, PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES 2023/2024


Research Projects


Completed
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On-Going
2024 - Present Gene expression profiles of pro-inflammatory mediators in the conjunctiva cells of contact lens discomfort subjects


Publications