For our Patients
Our Mission
"At our modern center of excellence for preserving vision, we practice holistic, high-level medicine based on the biopsychosocial model, in a trust-building environment that embraces the latest scientific insights."
Our Services
As specialists in ophthalmology and optometry, we treat a wide range of eye conditions using the most advanced diagnostic tools and treatment options available. In many areas, we work in close interdisciplinary collaboration with colleagues from other medical specialties and are well connected internationally.
Our Outpatient Clinics
All of our outpatient clinics operate by appointment only. This means that appointments must be arranged by an external ophthalmologist (either public or private practitioners).
If you are experiencing eye problems, your first point of contact should be an eye specialist outside of LKH-University Hospital Graz.
Naturally, you are always welcome in emergency situations—for example, if you have a foreign body in your eye, have suffered a chemical injury, or experience sudden vision loss, we are here to help.
However, if you come to our outpatient clinic without an acute condition, you will be referred to a community-based ophthalmologist.
We Treat Patients of All Ages
The Strabismus Clinic is a specialized unit where orthoptists and ophthalmologists work together in an interdisciplinary team. In addition to myopia progression prevention in children, we diagnose and treat: Strabismus (eye misalignment), Amblyopia (lazy eye), Binocular vision disorders, Eye movement disorders associated with various conditions. Through our collaborative approach, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients of all age groups.
We Examine, Diagnose, and Treat:
- Refractive errors and amblyopia (lazy eye)
- Congenital and acquired forms of strabismus
- Ocular motility disorders and paralysis of the eye muscles, with or without double vision, which may occur after trauma or in connection with neurological and/or internal medical conditions
- Head posture abnormalities caused by eye conditions
- Nystagmus (involuntary eye movements)
- Eye movement disorders associated with dizziness
- Quality of binocular vision
- Asthenopic symptoms (such as headaches, eye pain, blurred vision, etc.)
- Cerebral visual impairments
- Strabismus surgery
- Congenital and acquired eye diseases in infants and children
- Management of myopia in adolescents
- Fitting of specialized contact lenses for congenital cataracts
- Fitting of magnifying visual aids
- Visual rehabilitation and initiation of supportive interventions
The profession of orthoptist is part of the advanced medical-technical services and requires a comprehensive university of applied sciences education that combines both practical and theoretical training. This specialized field focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of Strabismus (eye misalignment), Amblyopia (lazy eye), Binocular vision disorders, Ocular motility disorders associated with a variety of medical conditions.
We Are Here for You
Clinic for Strabismus, Neuro-Orthoptics, and Pediatric Ophthalmology
Auenbruggerplatz 4, 8036 Graz
Office
Telefon: +43 316 385-12325
Surgical Procedures
We have access to three state-of-the-art aseptic operating theaters, a procedure room, two laser treatment rooms, and an IVOM center with two dedicated treatment rooms. Our surgical services cover the entire spectrum of ophthalmology.
Registration for Cataract Surgery
Your ophthalmologist can directly schedule a preoperative assessment and surgery appointment for you while you are in their office.
This option is available to all ophthalmologists. We recommend that you ask your eye doctor directly about this possibility. They will also provide you with all the necessary additional information.
Refractive Surgery
Modern refractive surgery techniques make it possible to correct refractive errors permanently and effectively.
At the Refractive Surgery Unit of the University Eye Clinic Graz, our team is guided by the philosophy of providing objective, individualized consultation and selecting the most suitable procedure for each patient’s specific type of visual impairment.
This requires comprehensive diagnostics and access to the full range of established surgical techniques, including both laser-based procedures and intraocular lens surgery. All treatments are carried out in accordance with the latest scientific and technical standards. To ensure this, we use state-of-the-art diagnostic and laser technology from leading manufacturers, available right here at the University Eye Clinic.
LASEK stands for Laser Epithelial Keratomileusis and is a further development of PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy). In this procedure, only the outermost layer of the cornea (the epithelium) and the underlying corneal tissue are removed using an excimer laser, based on the degree of refractive error. In contrast to the LASIK technique, no corneal flap is created (i.e., no corneal tissue is cut and lifted like a lid), which makes LASEK/PRK suitable for patients with thinner corneas. Compared to LASIK, the initial healing phase is more painful during the first few days, and visual recovery takes longer.
Femto-LASIK (Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Laser In Situ Keratomileusis) combines the use of an excimer laser with a femtosecond laser.
The femtosecond laser is used to create a thin, superficial flap in the cornea. After lifting this flap, the excimer laser reshapes the underlying corneal tissue to correct the refractive error. In rare cases of regression (the return of refractive error), the flap can be lifted even years later to perform a touch-up treatment.
SMILE stands for Small Incision Lenticule Extraction and is currently the most recent advancement in laser eye surgery.
The entire procedure is performed using only a femtosecond laser. A thin lenticule (a disc-shaped piece of corneal tissue) is created inside the cornea, along with a small incision. The lenticule is then removed through this tiny opening. At present, this method is available only for patients with myopia (nearsightedness).
For patients with higher degrees of refractive error, laser eye surgery may not be advisable due to the extensive tissue removal required or the risk of undesirable optical side effects.
As an alternative, a phakic intraocular lens (IOL) can be implanted. In this procedure, no corneal tissue is removed—instead, the natural lens of the eye remains in place and is supplemented by an artificial lens.
There are several surgical techniques and lens types available for this method, including Verisyse, Veriflex, and Visian ICL.
Cost Overview
Refractive procedures are generally not considered medically necessary treatments and are classified as elective or aesthetic surgeries. Therefore, statutory health insurance providers do not cover the costs. As a result, all expenses related to refractive surgery must be paid by the patient.
We are happy to advise you on which method may be suitable for your individual needs, including the advantages and disadvantages of each procedure. To do so, please arrange a personal preoperative consultation at the University Eye Clinic Graz—either directly or through your ophthalmologist.
Information events on LASIK and other refractive procedures are held regularly at the University Eye Clinic.
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To schedule an appointment, please call +43 316 385-12216
Available daily from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m
Important Information Before Your Preoperative Examination:
- Please do not wear soft contact lenses for one week and hard contact lenses for two weeks prior to your examination.
- Be aware that pupil-dilating eye drops will be used during the detailed eye exam, which means you will not be able to drive for several hours afterward.​
Day Clinic
Our modern, well-equipped Day Clinic has been in operation since 2013. It includes an outpatient area for preoperative assessments (primarily for cataract surgery) as well as a preparation and recovery area for patients on the day of their procedure.
The most commonly performed day clinic procedure is cataract surgery.
At our clinic, over 90% of all cataract operations are carried out on an outpatient (same-day) basis.
Appointments must be arranged exclusively online via your ophthalmologist!
Inpatient Wards
For the inpatient treatment and care of our patients—whether in acute situations or for scheduled admissions—we have a dedicated inpatient ward available.
Inpatient stays may be required for surgical procedures that cannot be performed on an outpatient basis or for intensive conservative therapies.
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Changes or cancellations of planned inpatient stays:
Inpatient Scheduling Office
Phone: +43 316 385-12289
(available Monday to Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
To reach the ward contact staff, please call:
Phone: +43 316 385-12410