The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- ophthalmological examination:
- slit lamp examination
- ophthalmoscopy
- keratometry
- pachymetry
- gonioscopy
- photokeratoscopy
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- general urine analysis
- biochemical blood test
- inflammation markers (CRP, ESR)
- blood coagulation analysis (aPTT, PT, INR)
- bacteriological examination of lacrimal fluid
- nursing services
- services of all leading experts
- explanation of individual treatment plan
Required documents
- Medical records
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About the department
The Department of Adult and Pediatric Ophthalmology at the Liv Hospital Istanbul offers the full range of modern diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients with diseases of the eye and its appendages. The department employs a highly qualified team of specialists who competently solve ophthalmic problems of any complexity – from surgical treatment of cataract, refractive eye surgery, keratoconus treatment to oculoplasty for medical and aesthetic purposes. The department is the first in Turkey where the innovative optiLASIK laser vision correction technique is used. It is noteworthy that the level of occurrence of infections and complications after the surgical treatment is 0%, so the patients can be confident bith in the safety and effectiveness of treatment. The department is headed by Prof. Dr. med. Vedat Kaya.
The department uses cutting-edge laser systems, including femtosecond and excimer lasers. Excimer laser therapy is recognized as the most effective treatment for such diseases as myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. Prior to this type of treatment, the patient undergoes comprehensive diagnostics in order to make the doctor sure that the therapy will be as effective as possible in a particular case.
The department's specialists quite often admit patients with corneal diseases. Corneal pathologies can cause irreversible vision loss, so they require timely and quality treatment. The therapeutic options include drug treatment and laser correction at the initial stages, as well as corneal transplantation at the advanced stages of the pathology. Corneal transplantations are performed by specially trained ophthalmologists with rich clinical experience.
One of the most important focuses of the medical team is cataract treatment, which includes surgical intervention. The operation involves the use of a modern femtosecond laser, while pain relief is achieved by injecting anesthetic with a needleless injector. In the case of detection of any pathological changes during the operation, the doctor immediately corrects them within a single intervention.
Strabismus correction in children is one of the priorities of pediatric ophthalmologists. Surgery is usually the best treatment option for congenital strabismus. If strabismus occurs in a child over the age of 3 years, such methods as wearing glasses, performing a set of special exercises and other conservative techniques will be effective. If these methods do not lead to improvement, the doctors also resort to surgery. Pediatric ophthalmologists are also involved in the treatment of diplopia, amblyopia, cataracts, glaucoma and retinopathy of prematurity.
The main clinical focuses of the department include:
- Diagnostics and treatment of retinal diseases
- Retinal detachment
- Hemorrhage, edema, and retinal detachment caused by diabetic or hypertensive angiopathy
- Macular hole
- Macular pucker
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Retinal injuries due to eye trauma
- Diagnostics and treatment of corneal diseases
- Keratoconus
- Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy
- Keratitis
- Diagnostics and treatment of glaucoma
- Laser cataract surgery
- Oculoplastic surgery for aesthetic purposes and for medical indications
- Laser vision correction (refractive eye surgery)
- Myopia
- Hypermetropia
- Astigmatism
- Diagnostics and treatment of pediatric ophthalmic diseases
- Strabismus
- Diplopia
- Amblyopia
- Cataract
- Glaucoma
- Retinopathy of prematurity
- Other medical services
Curriculum vitae
Higher Education
- Doctoral Degree, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara University.
- Work at the Beyoğlu Eye Hospital.
- Work on the post of Visiting Professor.
- Head of the Department of Adult and Pediatric Ophthalmology at the Liv Hospital Istanbul.
Clinical Interests
- Treatment of corneal diseases.
- Surgery of the anterior segment of the eye.
- Refractive eye surgery.
Memberships in Professional Societies
- Turkish Ophthalmological Association.
Photo of the doctor: (c) LIV Hospital
About hospital
The Liv Hospital Istanbul is one of the leading multidisciplinary medical facilities in Turkey, where the patient is provided with the highest quality medical service, a responsive care and a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. The hospital was founded in 2013 and soon received one of the most prestigious international quality certificates – JCI (Joint Commission International). This was followed by TÜV NORD DIN EN ISO certification of the European standard.
The hospital has 154 beds for patient hospitalization. The surgical treatment is performed in 8 operating rooms equipped with the cutting-edge technology, meeting the highest standards of sterility and safety. The hospital has 50 highly specialized departments, representing various fields of modern medicine. The specialists of the hospital are distinguished by exceptional professionalism and colossal clinical experience. The medical complex demonstrates the most outstanding results in the field of ophthalmology, plastic surgery, reproductive medicine, dentistry and hair transplantation.
The hospital uses only the most advanced diagnostic and treatment methods, including the da Vinci Surgical System, TrueBeam linear accelerator, 4D cardiography system and other technologies that in combination with the highest competence of doctors can do wonders.
In addition to clinical practice, the hospital is active in research activities, carrying out numerous researches and collaborating with reputable universities, academic hospitals in Turkey and abroad.
In addition, the entire staff of the medical center takes care of the maximum comfort of their patients. The hospital offers the latest infrastructure, playing areas for children, cozy waiting spaces and patient rooms with everything necessary to meet the most stringent requirements and needs of patients.
Photo: (c) LIV Hospital, (c) depositphotos
Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the Liv Hospital Istanbul live in comfortable single and double rooms, made in a modern design. The patient rooms have all the necessary amenities, including an ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet. The patient room furnishing includes an automatically adjustable bed, a bedside table, a TV, tablets with the ability to order services and call staff. The patient room also includes a table and a sofa for receiving visitors. The hospital has excellent infrastructure, including a cafe, a restaurant and a fitness center.
Meals and Menus
The patient and the accompanying person are offered tasty and balanced three meals a day. If for some reason you do not eat all foods, you will be offered an individual menu. Please inform the medical staff about your food preferences prior to treatment.
Further details
Standard rooms include:
Accompanying person
During the inpatient program, the accompanying person can live with the patient in a patient room or a hotel of his choice. Our managers will help you choose the most suitable option.
Hotel
During an outpatient program, the patient can stay at the hotel of his choice. If desired, the patient can stay in a four-star or five-star hotel on the territory of the hospital. Our managers will help you choose the most suitable option.