Why is a Specialist Center Needed?
Retinal and corneal diseases, göz sağlığının en karmaşık ve en hassas alanları arasında yer alır. Diyabetik retinopati, makula dejenerasyonu, retina dekolmanı ya da kornea yetmezliği gibi tanılar; deneyimli bir uzman ve gelişmiş bir altyapı olmadan güvenle tedavi edilemez. Bu nedenle binlerce hasta her yıl uzmanlaşmış bir merkeze ulaşmak için şehir değiştirmektedir.
Our patients who come to Istanbul from Thrace, Silivri, Çanakkale and surrounding provinces turn to First Eye Hospital for problems they cannot find solutions to in the region.
Which Situations Should Absolutely Be Referred to the Expert Center?
- Retinal detachment or tear
- Advanced diabetic retinopathy and vitreoretinal complications
- Macular hole and epiretinal membrane
- Corneal failure and the need for corneal transplantation
- Keratoconus (advanced stage)
- Penetrating eye injuries
If you have received or are in doubt about any of these diagnoses, the surgical capacity of the center where the procedure will be performed is critical.
How Does the Process Work for Patients Coming from Out of City?
You can easily make an appointment via phone or online channels. If you submit your existing eye reports, examination results and imaging files in advance, our physician can meet you with a more productive meeting.
During the initial examination, necessary imaging and further examinations can be completed on the same day. Thanks to the fully equipped infrastructure of our hospital, the treatment plan is often clarified without the need for a second visit.
If the decision for surgery is made, appointments will be made for suitable dates. We try to offer short waiting times with our 4 operating tables and 8-person expert operating room team.
Follow-up examinations are scheduled at regular intervals following surgery. It is important for our patients coming from out of town to have the first critical control visit at our hospital; Remote follow-up can be carried out in coordination with your local physician in the future.
How to Reach Beylikdüzü?
First Eye Hospital is located in the Beylikdüzü district of Istanbul. If you are coming from the Thrace and Çanakkale route, it is very practical to reach Beylikdüzü via the E-80 highway. Urban transportation is also possible with Marmaray and metrobus connections.
Pre-Appointment Preparation List
- Current eye reports and examination results (prefer digital format if available)
- List of eye drops and other medications you use
- Your history of systemic diseases (diabetes, hypertension, etc.)
- Previous eye surgeries you have had
- Your insurance / SSI information
Coming with this information will make your examination process more efficient for both you and our physician.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to come to Istanbul for retinal detachment?
Retinal detachment is a condition that requires urgent intervention. An experienced retina surgeon and a fully equipped operating room are essential; First Eye Hospital offers this opportunity.
How should I prepare for a cornea transplant?
Submitting your current eye reports and examination results in advance will ensure that your first examination is more efficient. It is also recommended that you bring a list of the medications you use.
Is there additional support for out-of-town patients?
You can get support via phone and online channels for appointment planning and treatment process. For accommodation needs, you can call our contact line to get information about hotels in the immediate vicinity.
