Corneal transplant in Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici's Private Practice
About the clinic
Corneal transplant is an eye surgery performed at Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici's Private Practice in Istanbul, Turkey. The procedure may cost around $9,000-$10,000 USD at Bilge Hospital or $15,000 USD at Private Bağcılar Şafak Hospital. The key advantage is Prof. Satici's 33 years of experience and over 20,000 procedures performed.
About the procedure
A corneal transplant replaces damaged cornea tissue with healthy donor tissue. It treats conditions like keratoconus and corneal diseases. The surgery requires ordering donor cornea tissue beforehand.
Diagnostic preparation
Before surgery, patients undergo comprehensive tests:
- OCT scan - creates detailed cornea images
- Slit lamp examination - checks external eye health
- Pachymetry - measures cornea thickness
- Refractometry - determines vision prescription
Treatment process
Patients typically stay in Istanbul for 3 weeks. The timeline includes:
- 1 week waiting for donor cornea
- Surgery day (2-3 hour procedure)
- 2 weeks post-op recovery with weekly check-ups
About the specialist
Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici brings 33 years of ophthalmology experience. He has completed 20,000+ procedures and performs about 1,000 annual surgeries. He became Professor in 2009 and has published 94 medical papers.
The clinic sees 8,000+ patients yearly from international locations. Treatments include examinations, tests, and transplant in one package. Interested patients can contact the clinic for individual consultation.
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| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Online Consultation with Ophthalmologist | $200 |
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Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici's Private Practice: more details about the clinic
The Clinic of Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici is a private single-specialty medical center located in Istanbul, Turkey. The clinic focuses exclusively on ophthalmology, offering advanced eye care and surgical treatments for both adults and children.
Each year, more than 8,000 patients choose the clinic for diagnosis and treatment. It is especially popular among patients from Europe, the Commonwealth, the USA, Canada, and Australia.
Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici is a renowned ophthalmologist and oculoplastic surgeon at Central Hospital Etiler, Istanbul, with over 33 years of surgical and academic experience. He performs more than 1,000 eye surgeries annually, with a career total of more than 20,000 successful procedures.
He has also authored 94 peer-reviewed scientific publications and actively contributes to national and international ophthalmology conferences.
Areas of Expertise
Prof. Satici specializes in a wide range of eye disorders and surgical procedures, including:
- Cataract surgery with advanced intraocular lens (IOL) technologies.
- Refractive surgeries such as LASIK and PRK for vision correction.
- Oculoplastic and aesthetic eye surgery, including upper and lower blepharoplasty.
- Glaucoma diagnosis and treatment.
- Strabismus correction in adults and children.
- Corneal diseases and laser-assisted procedures for precise vision restoration.
Prof. Satici uses cutting-edge diagnostic and laser systems, including OCT, corneal topography, and phacoemulsification, to ensure safe, precise results.
Renowned for his patient-centered approach, he combines modern technology with decades of experience to deliver personalized, high-standard care for both local and international patients seeking excellence in eye surgery and aesthetics.
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Turkey, Istanbul, Demirkapı Mah. Velioğlu Cad. No: 77 Bağcılar/İstanbul
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