The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- biochemical analysis of blood
- indicators of inflammation
- indicators blood coagulation
- ophthalmologic examination:
- slit-lamp examination
- optical coherence tomography OCT
- pupil function tests
- ocular motility test
- ophthalmoscopy
- perimetry (visual field test)
- computer perimetry
- visometry (without correction and with correction)
- keratometry
- pachymetry
- refractometry (objective, subjective, cycloplegic)
- autorefractometry
- non-contact tonometer
- biomicroscopy
- photokeratoscopy
- preoperative care
- circular keratotomy
- symptomatic treatment
- cost of essential medicines
- nursing services
- elaboration of further recommendations
Required documents
- Medical records
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About the department
The Department of Adult and Pediatric Ophthalmology at the Vivantes Neukölln Hospital offers the full range of modern medical services in this field. The therapeutic capabilities of the department include conservative therapy, sparing laser surgery and high-precision microsurgical interventions. In addition, the department provides round-the-clock qualified medical care for patients with injuries of the eye and its appendages. The department is headed by Prof. Dr. med. Sabine Aisenbrey.
The range of medical services of the department includes:
Cornea
- Corneal transplantation
- Cross-linking
- Astigmatism correction
- Phototherapeutic keratectomy (PTK) for diseases affecting the surface of the cornea
Refractive surgery for vision correction
- Excimer laser surgery LASIK, EPILASIK, LASEK, PRK, online measurement of the thickness of the cornea by means of optical coherence tomography
- Refractive lens replacement and implantation of phakic lenses, astigmatism correction with the intraocular lens
Lens and cataract
- Surgical treatment of all diseases of the lens, including congenital, pediatric and traumatic, as well as age-related cataracts
- Implantation of all models of artificial lenses (standard, premium and tailored)
- YAG laser capsulotomy
- Revision surgery after lens operations, reconstructive surgery for complications after implantation of artificial lenses
- Reconstructive surgery on the pupil and iris in the developmental or injury
Glaucoma
- Conservative and surgical treatment of glaucoma
- Argon laser trabeculoplasty, YAG laser iridotomy, cyclophobic coagulation
- Diagnostics of the optic nerve (HRT diagnostics of the optic disc)
Diseases of the retina, vitreous and macula
- Surgery for retinal detachment, minimally invasive surgery for diseases of the retina, vitreous and macula
- Argon and diode laser treatment of vascular diseases of eyes (diabetes, obliterating diseases, retinopathy of prematurity)
- Intravitreal injections and photodynamic therapy for age-related macular degeneration and other diseases of the macula
- Conservative diagnostics and therapy for circulatory disorders and inflammatory diseases
Neuro-ophthalmology and strabismus treatment
- Diagnosis and treatment of all forms of diseases of the muscular apparatus of the eyes
- Orthoptic treatment of eye diseases in children
Eyelids and tear ducts
- Eyelid plastic surgery (defects, benign and malignant tumors)
- Silicone tube implants and Toti procedure for stenosis of lacrimal ducts
Curriculum vitae
- Since 2017 Chief Physician, Department of Ophthalmology, Vivantes Neukölln Hospital.
- 2014 - 2016 Head of the Department Ophthalmology, University of Oldenburg, Clinical Director, Eye Hospital Oldenburg, Germany.
- 2011 Assistant Professor, Medical Faculty, University of Tuebingen, Germany.
- 2008 Habilitation thesis, Medical Faculty, University of Tuebingen, Germany.
- 2004 - 2014 Fellow, Consultant,Deputy Chief Physician, Department of Ophthalmology, University of Tuebingen, Germany.
- 2002 Research Fellow, Medical Faculty, Tufts University, Boston, USA.
- 1995 Medical degree, University of Cologne, Germany.
Photo of the doctor: (c) Vivantes Netzwerk für Gesundheit GmbH
About hospital
The Vivantes Neukölln Hospital is the maximum care hospital and one of the largest healthcare facilities in Berlin. There are more than 20 specialized departments and centers, including pediatric departments. In total, the hospital has 1,200 beds. The hospital uses innovative technologies and the latest treatments, as well as adheres to high standards in patient care.
Surgery is one of the most important specializations of the hospital. Preference is always given to minimally invasive surgery, after which patients recover very quickly.
In addition, the hospital is proud of the Level I Perinatal Center, which provides highly professional medical care for mothers and babies. The specialists of the center have a unique experience of monitoring high-risk pregnancies, and therefore they guarantee safety and excellent quality of medical care.
All employees of the hospital work in close cooperation, and thus guarantee comprehensive, interdisciplinary treatment. At the same time, the hospital has a pleasant, friendly atmosphere, which contributes to the speedy recovery of patients.
Photo: (c) depositphotos
Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the Vivantes Neukölln Hospital live in single and double comfortable, modern rooms. All rooms are equipped with all necessary amenities, a separate bathroom with shower and toilet. In addition, each room has TV, telephone and Internet access.
Meals and Menus
The restaurant of the hospital offers three meals a day. It takes in account all the wishes of the patients, and therefore, in addition to the standard dishes, one can choose a vegetarian or diet menu.
Further details
Standard rooms include: