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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz

Dr Yusuf Avni Yilmaz has treated a wide variety of conditions with high success rate and accuracy. Some of the conditions treated by the doctor are:

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

Some of the most common eye conditions that the ophthalmologist treats are Diabetic Retinopathy, Dry eye Syndrome, and Conjunctivitis. The doctor might prescribe some antibiotics for bacterial conjunctivitis. Antibiotics might help lessen the length of infection. For dry eyes, the doctor will do physical examinations, and treatment may include use of artificial tears and reduce tear drainage.

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz

Eye conditions can produce different symptoms and these can differ from person to person. Some of the signs and symptoms of different types of eye conditions include:

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

The above signs and symptoms suggest that you need to see an eye specialist. Having serious eye problems on time can help you restore your vision. Sometimes, non-vision eye problems may be treated to keep the eyes comfortable and the eyesight sharp. It is important to go for routine eye examinations to diagnose the condition.

Operating Hours of Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz

Dr Yusuf Avni Yilmaz is available for consultation between 10 am and 5 pm. The average working hours of the doctor are 47 hours a week.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz

Some of the popular procedures performed by Dr Yusuf Avni Yilmaz are listed below:

  • Vitrectomy
  • Macular Degeneration Surgery
  • LASIK

LASIK (Laser in Situ Keratomileusis) uses a laser to reshape the cornea. This procedure uses a certain laser designed to treat vision issues, improve vision, and also reduce the need for glasses and contact lenses. The laser alters the shape of your cornea.

Qualification

  • Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
  • Medeniyet University Goztepe Training and Research Hospital

Past Experiences

  • Umraniye Training and Research Hospital,
  • Kartal Training and Research Hospital
  • Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
  • In 2016, he was an observer at Wellington Eye Clinic, in Dublin, Ireland,
  • He has been working as an Ophthalmologist at Anadolu Medical Center since February 2020.
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MEMBERSHIPS (4)

  • TTB
  • TOD
  • ESCRS
  • ASCRS

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (2)

  • Early Results of Pediatric Crosslinking Therapy.
  • YAG lazer posterior kapsulotomi sonrasi yukselen goz ici basincin onlemede timolol maleat %0.5 ve timolol maleat % 0.5 + dorzolamid kombinasyonunun etkinliginin karsilastirilmasi.

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PROCEDURES

  • LASIK
  • Macular Degeneration Surgery
  • Vitrectomy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz have?
Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz is a specialized Ophthalmologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz have?
Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 4 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Ophthalmologist

What does an opthalmologist do?

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. An ophthalmologist also diagnoses as well as treats eye conditions, does eye surgeries, and participates in scientific research on the causes and treatment for eye diseases and vision issues. Sometimes, ophthalmologists also detect health issues that are not related to the eyes but become clear in a routine eye exam. The ophthalmologist recommends that the person should consult their doctor.

What are the tests required before and during the consultation by an Ophthalmologist?

The tests required before and during the consultation by an opthalmologist include:

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

There are several eye conditions and each of them produces different signs and symptoms. An opthalmologist will perform a series of tests to find out the eye problem. An eye exam helps find out eye problems at the earliest stage. Also, regular eye checkups help your eye specialist to correct or adapt to vision changes and provide you tips on eye care.

When should you go to see an opthalmologist?

An individual needs to consult an opthalmologist in case of the below situations:

  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

The above signs and symptoms should not be ignored and must be discussed with an eye specialist because the diagnosis of eye condition at an early stage will help the doctor to plan effective treatment, They may also discuss your symptoms with other doctors to determine the right treatment.