Villa Stuart Private Clinic

Ophthalmology (ophthalmology)

Ophthalmology, or ophthalmology, is the branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of eye diseases and the entire visual system. It includes the correction of visual defects, the treatment of more complex diseases, and the performance of surgical procedures.

DIAGNOSIS

The most frequently used diagnostic techniques are:

  • Tonometry
  • Computerized corneal tomography
  • Ultrasound pachymetry
  • Computerized autorefraction
  • Pupillometry
  • Ultrasound biometry
  • Computerized perimetry (visual field test)
  • OCT

It is advisable to visit an ophthalmologist in the presence of the following symptoms:

  • Pain, burning, or swelling of the eyes or eyelids
  • Abnormal redness
  • Excessive tearing
  • Sensation of dry eyes
  • Sudden or progressive vision loss
  • Blurred or distorted vision
  • Seeing fixed or moving spots (floaters)
  • Perception of flashes of light
  • Seeing "curtains" that limit the visual field
  • Strabismus or double vision
  • Presence of visible growths on the eyelids or conjunctiva
  • Headache, fatigue, or exhaustion, which could be related to vision problems

When to have regular check-ups:

  • Children (up to 14 years):
    check-up every 1-2 years, based on the opinion of the pediatrician/ophthalmologist, as the visual system reaches full development in the early years of life and it is necessary to monitor the possible onset of refractive defects such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.
  • Adults (up to 39 years):
    check-up every 5 years. The frequency of check-ups increases, every 12-18 months, in case of a family history of eye diseases or if wearing lenses, check-ups should be done.
  • Adults (from 40 years):
    check-up every 2 years. For monitoring presbyopia, lens transparency, periodic analysis of refractive status, intraocular pressure measurement, and fundus examination.
  • Adults (from 60 years):
    check-up every 1-2 years. For monitoring cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.

*In the presence of conditions such as diabetes or hypertension, it is important to regularly monitor eye health to exclude complications.

  • General eye examinations
  • Orthoptic examinations
  • Pre-operative consultation visits for surgical procedures
  • Cataract surgeries
  • Refractive surgery procedures

The Villa Stuart Clinic is affiliated with major insurance companies and supplementary health care funds.

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For information and bookings

Monday / Friday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM / Saturday 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM

06 35528500

Emergency service

Service available 24 hours a day

800.118.166

Ophthalmology (ophthalmology)

Team

Dr. Emilia Cantera

Surgeon

Ophthalmology Specialist

Dr. Silvia Conflitti

Surgeon

Ophthalmology Specialist

Dr. Magdalena Cortes

Surgeon

Ophthalmology Specialist

Dr. Emanuela Magnante

Surgeon

Specialist in ophthalmology

Dr. Silvia Manganiello

Surgeon

Ophthalmology Specialist

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