There is a Eye surgery In the room – be it a routine procedure like cataract surgery, a more complex retinal surgery or a refractive procedure – it is perfectly natural to want extra security.
As experienced ophthalmologists in Frankfurt, it is important to us that you are comfortable with the proposed therapy. feel completely at ease. One Second opinion offers you the opportunity to obtain a recommendation from another independent specialist and to clarify all your questions in a confidential conversation.
Preparation: Please ask your doctor or us for all relevant medical records (Findings, examination results, imaging material such as OCT scans). You have a right to these copies.
Expert choice: Find one independent specialist with appropriate specialization, who is not involved in the originally planned operation.
Conversation: The second opinion doctor will review your documents, conduct any necessary additional examinations, and explain their recommendation to you. The decision of which course of action to pursue will then be left to you.
The decision to undergo eye surgery requires a well-founded decision. medical expertise. This expert opinion is based on comprehensive preoperative diagnostics in order to precisely weigh the individual benefits and risks for the patient.
The medical decision-making basis is formed by the combination of several diagnostic components, which together provide a precise picture of the health status of the eye structures:
Before any intervention is recommended, the structure of the affected region must be carefully assessed.
Assessment of the optic nerve head (ophthalmoscopy): Using a special microscope, we examine the optic nerve head – the central connection between the eye and the brain. Detailed examination of this area is crucial to... pre-existing damage or to identify anatomical peculiarities that could influence the success or risk of the operation.
Advanced imaging (e.g., OCT): Although not mentioned in the original text, current medical opinion is based on high-resolution scans of the retina and optic nerve to assess the exact layer structures and any swelling or defects.
The medical recommendation takes into account the overall health of the eye and the patient.
Corneal thickness measurement (pachymetry): Corneal thickness is an important biomechanical parameter. Extremely thick or thin corneas can indicate other diseases that must be considered when choosing the surgical technique (e.g., in complex corneal procedures).
Intraocular pressure measurement (tonometry): Eye pressure is a fundamental parameter for eye health. Pathologically elevated or low pressure can alter surgical planning to avoid postoperative complications.
Expert opinion favors intervention if the surgical indication is clearly given – that is, the visual function is so severely impaired by the disease that the potential benefits (Restoration/stabilization of vision) the surgical risks clearly outweighs.
Modern medical decision-making is geared towards the individual quality of life To maximize the patient's well-being and achieve the best possible functional outcome, this requires a combination of many years of experience, such as that offered in the practice of Dr. Mareen Schmidt in Frankfurt's Westend district, and the use of state-of-the-art, FDA-approved diagnostics.
The proposed diagnosis and therapy will be confirmed by a second expert, which will give you confidence.
You will find out if there are alternative or complementary treatment options to the planned procedure.
You will receive a sound basis to make an informed decision about your treatment.
Yes, in Germany, patients have a legal right to a second opinion for certain operations specified in the Social Code. Although eye surgeries such as cataract surgery are not always explicitly listed in this catalog, the Obtaining a medical opinion is always your right. and is supported by us.
It is advisable and transparent to inform your treating physician (or us) about your desire for a second opinion. We will then provide you with the necessary documents. all necessary findings and documents to enable the second opinion to provide a well-founded assessment.
You should include all relevant current findings Please bring along documents such as visual acuity measurements, intraocular pressure readings, IOL Master results (in case of cataract surgery), and if available, OCT images or other diagnostic imaging.
Health insurance companies cover the costs of some legally mandated surgeries. For many eye surgeries not listed, a second opinion is often advisable. individual health service (IGeL). It is recommended that, to clarify the cost coverage with your health insurance company in advance..
In most cases, the initial diagnosis is confirmed, which gives you great peace of mind. Occasionally, however, the second opinion may reveal discrepancies. alternative treatment methods point out which are less invasive, or suggest a different choice of artificial lens.
Choose one independent specialist with appropriate specialization in the planned procedure (e.g., a cataract specialist or retinal surgeon), who not belongs to the clinic or practice where the procedure is originally planned.
For chronic or non-urgent illnesses, the short waiting time for a second opinion is usually not a problem. acute emergencies (e.g. retinal detachment) is, however, Immediate action required. We will advise you whether a delay is acceptable.
Ask about the Risks and opportunities of the intervention, whether it Alternative therapies there are which Complications which can occur and how much experience the doctor has with this specific operation.
As your Ophthalmologist Frankfurt, Dr. Mareen Schmidt combines many years of clinical experience as a senior physician at the Clinic for Retinal Diseases in Frankfurt with more than 10,000 intraocular interventions (IVOM, laser, cataract surgery and vitreous surgery) with state-of-the-art diagnostics at the highest level. Her aim is to provide scientifically sound and proven ophthalmology that focuses on the individual. In her practice in Frankfurt's Westend district, she takes the time to provide a precise diagnosis and a personal consultation based on trust.
Dr. med. Mareen Schmidt was awarded the BDOC seal of approval awarded. The „BDOC Seal of Quality for Eye Surgery“ was developed by the BDOC as a quality certificate for eye surgery and is awarded exclusively to experienced eye surgeons.
Using the latest diagnostics and proven therapies to preserve your vision for life.
Establish a trusting doctor-patient relationship and preserve your eyesight with the utmost care.
