Prof. Dr. Gökhan Gülkılık was born in Istanbul in 1974. He completed his secondary and high school education at Istanbul Kültür College. He graduated from Marmara University, Faculty of Medicine (English Program) in 1999. After completing his specialization training at Istanbul Vakıf Gureba Training and Research Hospital in 2003, he worked in the fields of cataract, glaucoma, medical retina, and vitreoretinal surgery. Between 2008 and 2011, he continued his work as the head of the retina unit at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital. He became an associate professor in 2010. In 2011, he moved to Istanbul Medipol University, where he served as the head of the department for three years. Between 2017 and 2020, he continued his work as a professor and taught at Medipol University.
Early diagnosis of eye diseases that can lead to vision loss is of great importance. Disorders related to the retina, macula, lens, and intraocular pressure can manifest with different symptoms. You can find detailed information about eye diseases under the headings below.
We bring you the most up-to-date information on eye health, including frequently asked questions about diagnosis and treatment processes, in our videos. Our content, covering retinal diseases, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, and modern treatment methods, aims to help patients better understand these processes. Thanks to our videos, prepared based on scientific data, you can access reliable information about the symptoms, diagnostic methods, and treatment options for eye diseases.
In our videos, we address frequently asked questions about eye health and eye diseases with a clear and scientific approach. Content prepared on cataracts, retinal diseases, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and current treatment methods aims to help patients better understand the processes. By watching our informative videos on protecting eye health, you can learn detailed information about diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up processes.
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When is cataract surgery necessary?
Cataract surgery becomes necessary when vision loss is severe enough to affect daily life. Symptoms such as blurred vision, difficulty driving at night, light sensitivity, and faded colors can reduce quality of life. The decision for surgery is made after an eye examination, based on an assessment of the patient's complaints and vision level.
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What are the symptoms of retinal diseases?
Retinal diseases can manifest with symptoms such as dark areas in the field of vision, sudden flashes of light, seeing floaters, or impaired central vision. It is important to have an eye examination without delay if these symptoms are noticed. Early diagnosis plays a crucial role in preserving vision.
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Why does glaucoma require regular monitoring?
Glaucoma is a disease that can damage the optic nerve and often shows no symptoms in the early stages. If left untreated, it can lead to permanent vision loss. Regular eye checkups monitor intraocular pressure and help keep the progression of the disease under control.
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Why is early diagnosis important in macular degeneration?
Macular degeneration is a major retinal disease affecting central vision. Early diagnosis can help slow vision loss and preserve existing vision. Regular eye exams, especially in older adults, enable early detection of the disease.
