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Implantable Contact Lens (ICL) at UCT Private Academic Hospital

What does UCT Private Academic Hospital offer patients?

UCT Private Academic Hospital, located in Syfred Douglas St, Cape Town, South Africa offers patients Implantable Contact Lens (ICL) procedures among its total of 329 available procedures, across 35 different specialties
. Currently, there's no pricing information for Implantable Contact Lens (ICL) procedures at UCT Private Academic Hospital, as all prices are available on request only.

How many specialists are there and what accreditation's have been awarded to UCT Private Academic Hospital?

There is currently a lack of information available on the specialists practicing at the Hospital, and they are not accredited by any recognized accreditations institutes
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Sheridan Walter, 21 Sep 2020
There’s a pathcare with trained staff who does not know what color tube they need to use for lithium levels—— YELLOW.
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Juliettash Stadler, 05 May 2020
My Son was admitted with a very rare autoimmune illness in April this year. The care he was given was superb Prof Dheda, Prof Louw and their team of specialists covered every possibility , diagnosed e
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Genevieve Fortuin, 21 Apr 2020
Friendly staff. Very good service to my spouse with his stay at the hospital. Professor soon got him ready. Wash treated for double pneumonia.
5
maxxx l, 03 Apr 2020
Friendly staff and high calibre expertise
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Namhla Taba, 11 Mar 2020
Went to see a gynae, got promised to get my results in 2 weeks (which is already long), never got my test results back even after I called because there was always some excuse. Yet they wasted no time
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Deborah Talmarkes, 14 Nov 2019
I get that they’re a private business - but you’d think they’d care more about people’s lives because of the type of business they’re in. Be very careful if you decide to take a loved one to
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Fazlyn Petersen, 04 Aug 2019
The only reason why this isn't getting 5 stars is due to the parking. Since I've started going there seem to be more doctors and so parking has become an issue especially if you park in the narrow bay
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Ozziefn, 03 Jul 2019
Visiting patient's. Good was nice
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Zoelfa Abrahams, 15 Jun 2019
Excellent service will definely go again nursing staff and doctors compassionate and other healthworkers as well
5
Donnely Wilson, 28 May 2019
Was lucky to be part of the study
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lana, 14 Apr 2019
My physician Dr Greg Calligaro is extremely professional and yet still so attentive.He took time to respond to my emails an and spent an hour in our consultation. I had a bronchoscopy procedure last F
5
Tommy Brown, 06 Apr 2019
Had a brain operation with incredibly professional Professor Taylor and his team. Really good experience and quick recovery as far as operations can be.
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Jolene Zeeman, 28 Sep 2018
I prefer only this hospital for certain procedures, because the doctors are fantasies and very well known. The hospital itself is not standard, there is never parking, the entrance and outside are dir
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Ntshwari Letsoalo, 02 May 2018
Polite and thorough doctors. Definitely recommend commend!
5
johannes schutte, 15 Jun 2017
Excellent Hospital with very professional staff and highly qualified ProfessorsVery neat and building has been well looked after.
5
Louisa Meyer, 02 Jun 2017
I saw the happy faces of the boy who received ears and his family on the TV news last night. Priceless!
5
Michelle Lesley Singer, 14 Mar 2017
What a blessing that this hospital has Dr Jacques Scherman on their team of Doctors!The "TAVI" procedure that Dr Scherman and his team performed on my father 84 year old father, Mr Harry Singer, on15/
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eMags Namibia, 21 Nov 2015
Friendly & Professional staff
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What you need to know about Implantable Contact Lens (ICL) in Cape Town

An implantable contact lens (ICL) is a special contact lens that is implanted inside the eye and works with the eye’s natural lens. Unlike regular contact lenses, ICL does not need frequent removal. It can correct a wide range of vision errors, including nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. ICL is made from a material called Collamer, which is safe to stay in the eye for a long period of time.

The lens can be customized according to the patient’s eye shape and size, and it can be removed if your prescription does change over time. ICL is a possible solution for people who are not ideal to undergo LASIK or those who do not like the idea of permanently removing their corneal tissue.

What's the Recovery Time for Implantable Contact Lens (ICL) Procedures in Cape Town?

The recovery time after ICL is relatively short. While your eye will be completely healed within a month or two, you should see the result within 24 hours. It is recommended that you take at least 5 to 7 days off work and avoid any vigorous activity. Your surgeon will discuss the recovery timeline in detail with you.

Despite the surgery being fairly swift, typically lasting less than half an hour for both eyes, the post-surgery phase holds significant importance for complete healing. Routine check-ups post-procedure are essential to track the healing progression and ascertain ideal outcomes. A rigorous care routine post-surgery is crucial to expedite recuperation.

What's the Success Rate of Implantable Contact Lens (ICL) Procedures in Cape Town?

Before being placed on the market, ICL was subject to extensive research and development. Today, it is an effective, safe, and highly successful procedure, with about 99% of patients who had it claimed to be satisfied with their implants.

Multiple scientific research and testimonials shared by patients accentuate the effectiveness of the Implantable Contact Lens operation, as the majority of patients reach at least 20/40 vision, which is a common legal requirement for driving. Moreover, this operation is recognized for its high safety standards, coupled with a minuscule complication rate.

However, similar to all medical interventions, the results of the Implantable Contact Lens (ICL) can fluctuate amongst different individuals. This can be due to several contributors such as the refractive error magnitude, the total eye health of the patient, and the adherence to post-operation guidelines. It is worth acknowledging that although the Implantable Contact Lens (ICL) has demonstrated significant effectiveness, it doesn’t act as a deterrent against age-oriented eye disorders such as cataracts or macular degeneration.

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