Ophthalmology Center, Synphaet Ramintra Hospital

Caring for all eye issues, because “eyes and vision” are essential to your quality of life.

The eyes are vital organs that allow us to see and live to our fullest potential. However, many eye diseases often begin with almost no symptoms, such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. By the time you realize it, you may suffer from permanent vision loss. Even eye issues that seem minor, like red eyes, dry eyes, blurry vision, or distorted vision, can be warning signs of diseases that should be evaluated by an ophthalmologist early on. This ensures targeted treatment, reduces complications, and helps preserve your vision for the long term.

The Ophthalmology Center at Synphaet Ramintra Hospital is ready to provide comprehensive eye care. We offer diagnostics, treatment, and surgery for complex eye diseases. Our team of specialized ophthalmologists, alongside ophthalmic nurses and allied healthcare professionals, combines medical innovation, advanced technologies, and international-standard equipment. We provide convenient, easily accessible services so that patients receive fast, precise, and high-quality treatment.

Eye Diseases and Conditions We Treat

The Ophthalmology Center provides comprehensive diagnostics and treatments for various eye diseases and conditions, including:

• Cataract and Glaucoma : Cataract, glaucoma, pterygium, and pinguecula
• Retinal Diseases : Diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal tears or detachment, and vitreous degeneration (floaters)
• Corneal Diseases : Keratitis, corneal ulcers, and corneal infections
• Eyelid and Lacrimal (Tear Duct) Diseases : Ptosis (drooping eyelids), blepharitis (eyelid inflammation), styes, and blocked tear ducts
• Refractive Errors : Nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), astigmatism, and age-related farsightedness (presbyopia)
• Pediatric Eye Diseases : Strabismus (crossed eyes), amblyopia (lazy eye), and pediatric refractive errors
• Infectious and Inflammatory Eye Diseases : Conjunctivitis, red eyes, and uveitis
• Eye Diseases Caused by Other Chronic Conditions : Diabetic retinopathy, hypertensive retinopathy, thyroid eye disease, and vision abnormalities caused by neurological conditions
• Eye Injuries from Accidents : Foreign bodies in the eye, corneal abrasions, and intraocular bleeding

Diagnostic Tools at the Ophthalmology Center, Synphaet Ramintra Hospital

To ensure precise diagnosis, the Ophthalmology Center at Synphaet Ramintra Hospital offers testing using modern technologies, including:

• Visual acuity and eye exams by ophthalmologists
• Tonometry: To measure intraocular pressure
• Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT): Innovative 3D retinal scanning to clearly visualize the thickness of the nerve fiber layer and retinal layers
• Visual Field Test: Evaluating the field of vision and blind spots to help diagnose and monitor glaucoma, neurological conditions, or optic nerve issues
• Fundus Camera: Capturing detailed images of the retina, retinal abnormalities, optic disc, macula, and retinal blood vessels
• IOL Master: Measuring intraocular lens power for lens replacement and cataract surgery
• Central Corneal Thickness (CCT) measurement
• Slit Lamp Biomicroscopy: Microscope to examine the anterior segment of the eye in detail, including the eyelids, conjunctiva, cornea, iris, lens, vitreous, retina, and optic nerve

The examinations help detect diseases in early stages, allowing appropriate treatment planning and effective follow-up.

Treatments at the Ophthalmology Center, Synphaet Ramintra Hospital

The eye center provides comprehensive treatments, including medications, laser therapies, and surgery.

Medical Treatment

• Eye drops, oral medications
• Intravitreal injections (Anti-VEGF) to treat diabetic retinopathy or macular degeneration

Laser Treatment

• Retinal laser photocoagulation for diabetic retinopathy
• Laser photocoagulation for retinal tears
• Laser treatments for glaucoma, including laser iridotomy and pressure-lowering lasers

Surgical Treatment

• Cataract Surgery or Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) using high-frequency ultrasound (phacoemulsification), featuring small incisions and intraocular lens (IOL) implantation, tailored to individual needs (e.g., monofocal lenses, multifocal lenses, toric lenses for astigmatism, etc.)
• Pterygium excision
• Glaucoma surgery
• Ptosis and blepharoplasty surgery (for drooping eyelids, sagging skin, or weak eye muscles)
• Retinal surgery
• Blocked tear duct surgery
• Other ophthalmic surgeries

Doctors will determine the most suitable treatment based on the disease, stage, and general health of each patient to ensure optimal outcomes.

Why Choose the Ophthalmology Center at Synphaet Ramintra Hospital?

• ✓ Reassurance from Ophthalmic Specialists
  Managed by experts specialized in cataract, glaucoma, retina, cornea, pediatric eye care, and general ophthalmology.
• ✓ Modern Diagnostic Technology
  Tools to detect diseases at early stages, improving diagnostic precision and treatment planning.
• ✓ One-Stop Service
  Covering everything from eye check-ups, eye exams, and medical treatments to complex surgeries.
• ✓ Multidisciplinary Care
  Coordination with endocrinologists (for diabetes) and other specialists for patients with co-existing conditions.
• ✓ Care for All Ages
  Serving children, working-age adults, the elderly, and patients requiring long-term chronic eye care.
• ✓ Clean, Convenient, and Safe Facilities
  Dedicated waiting areas for children and reclining chairs for dilating pupils.

Q&A Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How often should I get an eye check-up?
  A: People without underlying conditions should get checked at least once a year. Patients with diabetes, hypertension, or the elderly should follow the recommendations of their ophthalmologist.
• Q: If I have diabetes but no eye symptoms, do I still need a retinal exam?
  A: Yes. Diabetic retinopathy is often asymptomatic in its early stages but can lead to permanent vision loss if left untreated.
• Q: Is every occurrence of red eyes caused by an infection?
  A: Not necessarily. Red eyes can be caused by allergies, dry eyes, inflammation, or other eye diseases, so an evaluation by an ophthalmologist is recommended.
• Q: How should people who use computers all day care for their eyes?
  A: Rest your eyes every 20 minutes by looking at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds (the 20-20-20 rule), blink frequently, and get regular eye exams.
• Q: For cataract surgery, is it necessary to wait until the cataract is “ripe or mature”?
  A: No. Today, you do not need to wait. If blurry vision begins to affect your daily life, consult an ophthalmologist for an evaluation. High-frequency ultrasound cataract surgery (phacoemulsification) with IOL implantation can be performed. Leaving the cataract to ripen too much can make the surgery more difficult and increase the risk of complications like severe inflammation, high intraocular pressure, or secondary glaucoma.
• Q: What are the symptoms of glaucoma, and how would I know if I have it?
  A: Glaucoma is mostly a “silent killer” because there is no pain or warning signs in the early stages. However, your peripheral vision will slowly narrow. By the time patients notice a restricted field of vision, the optic nerve has already been significantly damaged. The best way is to get an annual intraocular pressure measurement and optic nerve exam, especially for those aged 40 and above or those with a family history of glaucoma.
• Q: From what age can young children with crossed eyes (strabismus) be evaluated and treated?
  A: Children can see an ophthalmologist as soon as parents notice any abnormality, without waiting for them to grow up. If strabismus is left untreated, it can lead to “lazy eye” (amblyopia), where the visual part of the brain fails to develop normally. Early detection and treatment using glasses, patching, or eye muscle surgery help ensure the complete development of a child’s binocular vision.