Optic nerve atrophy Treatment in Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade
About the clinic
Dunyagoz Eye Hospital in Istanbul offers specialized care for optic nerve atrophy. The clinic provides consultations from 150 EUR, comprehensive diagnostics around 800 EUR, and specialized stem cell therapy costing about 6,000 EUR per eye. Treatments are led by Professor Dr. Hamdi Er, an ophthalmologist with _doctor_4008_years_ of experience in 12,000 surgeries.
The hospital is part of Turkey's largest eye-care network. It is open every day and has over 20 specialists. Accreditations include the Turkish Medical Association.
Diagnostics
The clinic performs a full range of diagnostic tests. They help create an individual treatment plan.
- Consultation with an ophthalmologist costs around 150-160 EUR.
- A thorough examination of eyes is available for about 164 EUR.
- The initial specialist assessment is around 800 EUR. It includes detailed testing.
- Additional diagnostics like ERG-VEP electrophysiology and imaging scans cost between 100 and 500 EUR.
Treatment Options
The main treatment offered is regenerative stem cell therapy. This is an experimental approach for optic nerve atrophy. It involves injecting donor stem cells. The goal is to stimulate nerve repair.
The treatment package costs around 6,000 EUR per eye. It includes a one-night hospital stay for the patient and a companion. The package also covers:
- Pre- and post-operative examinations.
- Airport transfers and translator services.
- Free 30-day post-operative controls.
A separate follow-up package is also available for about 5,000 EUR. It is valid for one year and includes similar services for monitoring progress.
Meet the Specialist
Prof. Dr. Hamdi Er is a professor and eye surgery specialist. He has _doctor_4008_years_ of clinical experience and has performed over 12,000 surgical procedures. He is an active member of international associations like the AAO and EVRS. Dr. Er has also authored 63 international publications on ophthalmology.
For patients with optic nerve atrophy, Dunyagoz provides dedicated diagnostic and therapeutic options under expert care.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Pediatric Eye Check Up | $30 | |
| Ultrasound of the eye | $80 | |
| Slit lamp examination | $70 | |
| Visual acuity test | $30 | |
| Consultation with an ophthalmologist | $170 |
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Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade: more details about the clinic
Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade is a specialized eye care facility in Istanbul, Turkey. It opened in 2005 as part of the Dunyagoz Hospitals Group. The clinic holds government authorization to treat international patients and provides services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The hospital has 17 ophthalmologists working across 12 specialized departments and is accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.
The clinic treats complex eye conditions with hundreds of treatment methods. A referral system is utilized to direct patients to branch doctors specialized in specific diagnoses.
Specialties and Ocular Procedures
Refractive Surgery and Laser Treatments
The refractive surgery department corrects vision problems such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. Surgeons perform laser eye surgeries including Intralase and iLasik, which use technology to reshape the cornea without traditional surgical blades. The medical team includes experienced professors and specialists who focus on refractive procedures.
Cataract and Lens Replacement
The cataract department offers modern solutions for lens clouding, including trifocal lens implantation. These lenses are designed to allow patients to see at near, intermediate, and far distances after surgery. Surgeons use femtosecond lasers for bladeless cataract procedures.
Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
Specialists in the pediatric unit treat eye conditions in children, including lazy eye (amblyopia) and congenital cataracts. The department provides general eye examinations for infants and children, strabismus surgical and non-surgical correction, Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) screening, and orthoptic exercises.
Retinal Diseases and Ocular Oncology
The retina department treats conditions such as diabetic retinopathy and retinal detachment. For patients with diabetes, the hospital offers integrated care, including dietitian support to help prevent vision loss. The ocular oncology unit manages intraocular tumors and orbital diseases, collaborating with specialists in radiation oncology and genetics.
International Patient Services
The clinic has been accepting international patients since 2005. Staff members and specialists offer consultations in languages including English, German, and Russian. The hospital provides initial online consultations to discuss medical history. As part of the treatment process, a physical examination at the hospital is required before the clinic provides a definitive treatment plan and pricing tailored to the patient's needs.
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Altunizade, Mahir İz Cd. No:7, 34662 Üsküdar/İstanbul, Turkey
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