Patient Review Trifocal Lens Implantation Istanbul
Patient Review Trifocal Lens Implantation Istanbul – My Experience
With my rather strong vision correction, it was clear to me that I would seek clarification for a possible lens implant when presbyopia set in. And I did that at the end of 2024 through SwissLasik.
After a thorough general examination by my ophthalmologist, SwissLasik referred me to an additional specialist for such implants in Switzerland. The results were then reviewed by the clinic in Istanbul and deemed feasible.
I decided to travel to Istanbul at very short notice after a colleague of mine had the same intention and had already planned the trip.
Within just one week, SwissLasik arranged my trip and surgery in Istanbul. This meant we could travel together and have the procedure at the same time, which made our stay in Istanbul much more pleasant.
The journey went completely smoothly, and you could tell that SwissLasik has experience with this.
The clinic made a very reputable and professional impression from the start. The nursing staff were very friendly, but spoke very little English.
The doctor, Dr. Faik, was very competent and experienced. Correspondence with him in English was very easy. An interpreter was present whenever technical terms were needed. After a thorough eye examination on the first day, there was a personal consultation with the doctor. Following his diagnosis and explanation of the procedure, the first implantation was performed on the first eye that same afternoon. The procedure was painless and took only 15 minutes.
After a rest period of about two hours, I could already see very well with the operated eye. I then rested in my private room (standard arrangement) and listened to music. On the second day, the second eye was operated on in the same way. By late afternoon of the second day, the two trifocal lenses had been implanted.
For the first time in 30 years, I was finally able to take off my glasses and put them to the test. The view of the city from the VIP room on the third floor of the clinic was breathtaking, and I could already see small details more clearly than ever before. And that was just two hours after the surgery—unbelievable!
The distinctive circles of light created by artificial light at dusk take some getting used to. This limitation, which would last for the next few weeks and months, was explained to me beforehand and I was aware of it. Even after two weeks, this is still present in the evenings, but perfectly tolerable. Driving in the evening is not recommended during the first week. I can only drive again now, after almost two weeks, once my eyes have adjusted somewhat to the darkness. Tolerating sunlight has never been a problem. I’ve never experienced any eye pain.
The food at the clinic wasn’t particularly tasty, so from the second day onwards we always ate out. On the third day, both eyes were examined. This took just under 15 minutes. The doctor gave us the all-clear, so we spent the afternoon in the city shopping and sightseeing before being taken to the airport the next day and flying back to Zurich.
My conclusion two weeks after the procedure: SwissLasik is competent and experienced in organization. The eye clinic is professional and hygienic. Its standards and equipment made a very professional impression on me.
I can’t imagine that it’s “better” in Switzerland. I recommend planning the 5-day trip alone or with someone else who is also having surgery.
Zug, February 18, 2025
With best regards,
B. Bieri