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Dr. Murvvet Ayten Tuzunalp

Dr. Murvvet Ayten Tuzunalp

Ophthalmologist ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

24 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish & English

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About Dr. Murvvet Ayten Tuzunalp

Conditions treated by Dr. Murvvet Ayten Tuzunalp

Dr Murvvet Ayten Tuzunalp has treated a wide variety of conditions with high success rate and accuracy. Some of the conditions treated by the doctor are:

  • Keratoconus
  • Fuchs' Dystrophy
  • Correction of Myopia
  • Hyperopia
  • Corneal Injury
  • Astigmatism
  • Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy. Retinal Detachment. Vitreous Hemorrhage.

The treatment for dry eye is decided after an opthalmologist performs tests and evaluates the severity of the disease. The treatment options may include proper dieting, medications, and surgery. The doctor might use certain antibiotics for bacterial conjunctivitis. Antibiotics might lessen the duration of the infection.

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Murvvet Ayten Tuzunalp

Eye conditions can produce the below-listed conditions However, symptoms might vary from person to person. Every condition has its symptoms.:

  • Floaters
  • The foreign body inside the eye and trauma to the eye
  • Blurred vision
  • Change in vision or sudden loss of vision
  • Severe eye pain
  • Watery and red eyes

If you did not have an eye examination for more than one year, you must consult your opthalmologist. You should remain aware of some warning signs of eye problems as this can help you take the required steps for the health of your eyesight. In some cases, detached retina and onset of glaucoma, quick intervention is required to minimize the permanent vision loss.

Operating Hours of Dr. Murvvet Ayten Tuzunalp

You can reach Dr Murvvet Ayten Tuzunalp from 10 am to 5 pm on Monday to Saturday. The average working hours of the doctor are 47 hours a week.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Murvvet Ayten Tuzunalp

Some of the popular procedures performed by Dr Murvvet Ayten Tuzunalp are listed below:

  • Vitrectomy
  • LASIK
  • Macular Degeneration Surgery

LASIK is the most common type of eye surgery that fixes issues with the way the eyes focus. It could be an alternative to glasses and contact lenses. During this surgery, a special kind of cutting laser is utilized to change the shape of the clear tissue in the cornea to improve vision.

Qualification

  • 1996 Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital Ophthalmology
  • 1992 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
  • 1985 Kadikoy Anatolian High School

Work Experiences

  • 2017 Acibadem Health Group
  • 2006 - 2017 World Eye Hospital / Strabismus and Pediatric Ophthalmology / Department Manager
  • 2003 - 2006 New Vision Laser Center, Antwerp-Belgium / Department of Strabismus and Pediatric Ophthalmology
  • 1996 - 2006 Fundus Eye Clinic / Private Office
  • 1996 - 2000 Haydarpasa Hospital / Strabismus Department Officer
  • 1995 - 1996 Moorfields Eye Hospital, London / Department of Strabismus and Paediatric Ophthalmology

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Procedures Performed

LASIK
Macular Degeneration Surgery
Vitrectomy

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Murvvet Ayten Tuzunalp is a specialized Ophthalmologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Murvvet Ayten Tuzunalp is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 24 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Ophthalmologist

An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor who is trained in vision and eye care. Ophthalmologists are different from optometrists and opticians because of their different levels of training and the conditions they diagnose and treat. Some ophthalmologists work closely with other medical experts to provide care for chronic eye conditions. Ophthalmologists also actively involved in eye surgeries and conduct research to find the causes and treatment of eye problems and vision issues. Apart from this, ophthalmologists also see health problems that not linked to the eyes but might be diagnosed during a routine eye examination.

For the evaluation of your eye condition, you have to get certain tests done which may include the following:

  • Slit-lamp
  • Intraocular pressure
  • Pupil function
  • Visual acuity
  • External examination
  • Visual field (confrontation) testing
  • Ocular motility
  • Refraction

An eye exam involves a number of tests to check your vision and eye diseases. The eye doctor will use various instruments and focus bright lights at the eyes and ask you to look through an array of different lenses. Each test in an eye exam will evaluate a different aspect of vision and eye health..

Some of the signs you need to visit an ophthalmologist include:

  1. Difficulty seeing at night
  2. Red or pink eyes
  3. Sensitivity to light
  4. Blurry vision or difficulty focusing on objects
  5. Eye pain
  6. Frequent Headache
  7. Seeing spots or flashes
  8. Dry eyes
  9. Double vision

If you notice the above-listed signs and symptoms, you are suggested to see an opthalmologist for a proper diagnosis of the condition. The opthalmologist will evaluate the test reports and will plan the treatment that is best for you.

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