PRK - Photorefractive Keratectomy Antalya

I recently was told by my local optician in the UK that I would fail my eyesight test for the merchant navy next time it was due (November 2023) and as my wife was travelling to Turkey to have a new set of teeth fitted, I looked at options to get my eyes looked at. I contacted Catch Life about a month before we travelled and Batuhan, my co-ordinator arranged a consultation with the surgeon Dr. Selim to have my eyes scanned and tested. We arrived on a Saturday and went straight for an eye test, it was exactly what the optician in the UK had said that I was very long sighted and needed Milk Bottle bottoms for reading and near vision. We discussed laser treatment and the different forms of that and then also discussed lens replacement. After a lengthy discussion, I opted for lens replacement and a further meeting and tests were scheduled for the Monday. My Wife and I had a free day on the Sunday, so went out and enjoyed Antalya. On Monday I went for a second check and My Wife went to get her mouth sorted and measured up for some new teeth. After my consultation with Dr Selim, Batuhan and I had a long chat and I confirmed I would go for the lens replacement. Tuesday my right eye was done and Wednesday my left eye. I returned Thursday for tests, and all seemed to have gone well. There was no pain during the operations. Right eye took around 40 minutes and left nearly 2 hours due to finding cataracts. Vision was blurry long distance and almost 20/20 on the Thursday for both eyes. Dr Selim arranged a further follow up and plenty of Meds which Batuhan took me to get from the Chemist. I returned with My Wife on the Saturday and could read all of the eye test card, right to the bottom. Batuhan also arranged a further consultation with a Dr to look at my arthritic hands and fingers, which was great too, very professional throughout and I would highly recommend these Gentlemen who seem to take a lot of pride in their work. Eye Surgeon was Dr. SELIM. Special Nurse Batuhan assisted and arranged and attended all meetings, transportation etc. A great experience throughout. Highly recommended.

The doctor is a very talented and kind person. I had lens surgery for him a few months ago. I no longer wear reading glasses, this surgery has made my life easier. I would like to thank Dr Emir Dogan and his team.

I adore this clinic! I recommend it 100 percent. I was unsure about getting trifocal lens replacement, as it is my eyes! I was actually getting dental work in Antalya and I had money left over. I had researched lots of eye hospitals in the area already. I had it narrowed down to about three places. Orbit was the most reasonably priced. But this did not mean anything, as Orbit was the best choice I could have made! It was a wonderful experience. I’m so glad I made my mind up to go for it and that Orbit was my choice. Burak is the coordinator in Orbit. A nicer man, you could not meet. Burak is absolutely lovely. I felt like he was an old friend. His English is great, so language is not an issue. He makes you feel very much at ease. I will never forget his kindness. The rest of the staff at Orbit are also so nice. It has a big family feel, as everyone gets on with each other. This is transmitted to the clients who use the service, as there is a very nice feeling. Absolutely not the least bit intimidating. My daughter was with me and Burak took her to the staff canteen and gave her lunch whilst I was getting my treatment. I thought that was lovely. The trifocal operation is nothing to worry about. I’m extremely nervous as a person but I did not need sedation. They put lots of drops in prior to your operation. You do not feel a thing. It’s an amazing operation. No smell, no pain, absolutely amazing. After the operation, you will not be able to look at lights, so remember dark glasses. Burak kindly arranges all your transport, back to your hotel. I went back not long after, armed with lots of eye drops. Next day back for first control and a few days later for the next one. About 10 days after, I feel brilliant! I can see so well. My distance is perfect and close up almost so - it a little bright sometimes but it’s getting less everyday. I just can’t believe how good this operation is. Please do not hesitate to get it, at this wonderful clinic. They have truly changed my life. Thank you 🙏

Professional, open, honest and caring. Excellent service. I was a little concerned about being in a different country and not knowing what to expect. The Dr and her team operate out of the main hospital, which is modern and well equipped. Had the lens replaced in one eye and laser on the other eye done by the NHS which had signs of protein buildup. Less than a week and my eyesight is excellent. Don’t wait too long as I did, and suffer when you can have this done at a fraction of the price. Ideally, flight out Sunday and return Friday, gives the team time to run tests, do the surgery and then a checkup before you leave.