Op. Dr. Emre Pehlivan

Op. Dr. Emre Pehlivan serves as an experienced physician specializing in ophthalmology at A Life Health Group. He stands out with his profound knowledge and extensive experience in preserving and improving eye health and visual functions.

Dr. Pehlivan specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and visual disorders, placing great importance on providing safe and effective treatment processes by utilizing all the opportunities modern medicine offers to achieve the best results for each patient. By creating personalized treatment plans, his goal is to address the individual needs and expectations of his patients.

With his patient-centered approach and professional service understanding at A Life Health Group, Dr. Pehlivan works meticulously to protect and improve his patients' vision health. He ensures a trust-based communication with his patients and works collaboratively throughout the treatment process.

Dr. Pehlivan provides services as an Ophthalmology Specialist at Altındağ Hospital.

As an ophthalmologist, it is my priority to assist you with all aspects of eye and vision health. My expertise encompasses diagnosing, planning treatment for, and performing surgical interventions when necessary for a wide range of diseases affecting the eye and visual system.

Some of the areas I specialize in, which are particularly related to eye health, include:

It is my pleasure to offer you the most advanced eye surgical treatment options available through current medicine and technology to help protect and improve your eye health. The surgical treatment of eye diseases covers a wide range, from common conditions like cataracts to the correction of refractive errors and serious retinal issues. These treatments play a significant role in restoring your vision and enhancing your quality of life.

With my expertise and experience, the primary areas of eye surgery I offer include:

Refractive Surgery (Eyewear-Free Surgery)

• LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis): One of the most commonly used laser eye surgeries, where a flap is created in the cornea and laser is applied to reshape it.

• PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy): A procedure where the corneal surface epithelial layer is removed, and laser is applied to correct vision.

• LASEK (Laser Epithelial Keratomileusis): A combination of PRK and LASIK procedures.

• SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction): A minimally invasive method where tissue is extracted through a small incision in the cornea.

• Phakic Intraocular Lens Implantation: In this procedure, the natural lens is left in place, and an additional artificial lens is implanted inside the eye.

These methods are used to correct myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.

Cataract Surgery

• Phacoemulsification: This technique involves entering through a small incision to break up and suction out the cloudy lens using ultrasound waves, followed by the insertion of an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). This method is the gold standard for cataract treatment.

Glaucoma Surgery

Various surgical procedures are performed to lower intraocular pressure and slow the progression of glaucoma. Techniques include trabeculectomy, tube implantation, and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS).

Retina and Vitreous Surgery

• Vitreoretinal Surgery: A series of surgical techniques used to treat retina and vitreous diseases such as retinal detachment, macular holes, vitreous hemorrhage, and diabetic retinopathy. These surgeries are performed under a microscope using specialized instruments.

Corneal Surgery

• Corneal Transplantation (Keratoplasty): A procedure where the patient's cornea is replaced with a healthy donor cornea. Different types of transplants exist, such as full-thickness corneal transplant or lamellar keratoplasty.

• Corneal Cross-Linking: A treatment used to halt corneal shape deformities such as in keratoconus.

Oculoplastic Surgery

Surgical procedures related to the eyelids, tear ducts, orbit (eye socket), and surrounding facial tissues. Conditions treated include eyelid ptosis (drooping eyelid), entropion, ectropion, tear duct obstructions, eye tumors, and aesthetic eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty).

Other Eye Surgery Procedures

• Strabismus Surgery: The correction of strabismus (crossed eyes), caused by imbalances in the eye muscles.

• Pterygium Surgery: Removal of tissue that grows from the white part of the eye (sclera) toward the cornea.

Your eye health is of great importance to me. Therefore, I work diligently to ensure that any issues related to your eyes are accurately diagnosed, and the most suitable treatment options are determined for you. The diagnostic process for eye diseases is not just about one test; it involves a holistic approach that combines communication with the patient, a thorough physical examination, and the evaluation of various advanced techniques.

When necessary, based on this evaluation, we may resort to additional tests and imaging methods that provide more detailed information.

These tests are carefully selected and applied based on the specific needs of the patient.

Eyelid Examination

• Conditions such as swelling, redness, drooping (ptosis), and abnormal positioning (entropion, ectropion) of the eyelids are examined.

Eye Movement Examination

• The function of the eye muscles and the coordination of the eyes are evaluated.

Conjunctiva Examination

• Redness, swelling, discharge, and other abnormalities of the white part of the eye (sclera) and the inner surface of the eyelids (conjunctiva) are investigated.

Cornea Examination

• The transparency, shape, and smoothness of the corneal surface are evaluated.

Pupil Examination

• The size, shape, light reaction, and symmetry of the pupils are examined.

Anterior Chamber Examination

• The depth and clarity of the fluid-filled space at the front of the eye (anterior chamber) are checked.

Iris and Lens Examination

• The color, shape of the iris, and the transparency of the lens are evaluated.

Visual Acuity Test

• One of the most common eye tests, where the patient is asked to read specific letters, numbers, or symbols from different distances to determine visual clarity.

Refractive Examination (Glasses Prescription)

• The best prescription for the patient's visual acuity is determined. Refractive errors such as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism are detected using special devices (phoropter, retinoscope) or computer-assisted systems (autorefractor).

Intraocular Pressure Measurement (Tonometry)

• The pressure of the fluid inside the eye is measured. This is crucial for diagnosing and monitoring glaucoma (eye hypertension).

Biomicroscopic Examination

• The structures of the front and back segments of the eye are thoroughly examined using a high-powered microscope (biomicroscope, slit lamp). The eyelids, cornea, iris, lens, vitreous, and retina are all assessed.

Fundus Examination (Ophthalmoscopy)

• The back of the eye (retina, optic nerve) is examined by dilating the pupil (using medicinal drops or special devices). The retina, macula, blood vessels, and optic nerve are evaluated.

Additional Diagnostic Methods (When Necessary)

• Fluorescein Angiography (FFA or ICGA): A test used to examine the blood vessels of the retina or choroid (the layer beneath the retina).

• Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT): Used to obtain detailed cross-sectional images of the retina, macula, and optic nerve.

• Visual Field Test: Conducted to determine the limits of the patient's vision and any existing vision loss.

• Corneal Topography: Maps the curvature and thickness of the corneal surface.

• Other Tests: Includes color vision tests, contrast sensitivity tests, strabismus tests, electrophysiological tests, etc.