Reduced visual acuity
If distance or near vision has worsened, or your usual glasses or contact lens prescription no longer works as before.
Almaty, Astana, Shymkent
Eye Examination and Ophthalmologist Consultation
from 21.800 ₸
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About the service
An eye examination and consultation help explain symptoms and assess eye health. After examination and necessary measurements, the ophthalmologist explains the findings and next steps.
Who the service is for
New visual discomfort
Blur, double vision, glare, light sensitivity or rapid visual fatigue should be assessed to identify the cause.
Known eye disease
With glaucoma, cataract, retinal disease and other conditions, examinations help monitor change and adjust follow-up.
Planning surgery or laser vision correction
A separate diagnostic protocol is needed before surgical or laser treatment; it depends on the type of procedure.
Blurred or hazy vision
May be related to refractive error, the lens, cornea, retina or other causes.
Glare, halos or poorer night vision
These symptoms may require assessment of the optical media and other ocular structures.
Distorted lines or a central spot
May require retinal and macular evaluation, including OCT when indicated.
Loss of part of the visual field
Requires visual field testing, OCT and electrophysiological assessment of the optic nerve and other structures when indicated.
Pain, redness or photophobia
There are various possible causes, so an in-person examination is needed. Significant or sudden symptoms should be assessed without delay.
Diabetes
Diabetes increases the risk of retinal disease. Your doctor determines the appropriate follow-up interval.
High blood pressure
Systemic vascular disease can affect the retinal circulation and fundus findings.
Family history of glaucoma
Family history is considered when assessing glaucoma risk.
High myopia
May require closer examination of the peripheral retina and other ocular structures.
Age-related visual changes
The likelihood of cataract, glaucoma and macular disease increases with age, so follow-up needs may change.
Sudden loss or marked reduction of vision
Do not wait for a routine appointment. Urgent medical assessment is required.
A sudden shower of new floaters or flashes
Especially when the symptoms start abruptly or increase quickly.
A dark curtain or shadow in the field of vision
This can indicate a retinal problem and requires urgent assessment.
Severe eye pain with reduced vision
Particularly with redness, nausea or marked light sensitivity. Urgent assessment is needed.
Further considerations
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Bring your glasses and previous prescriptions
Previous prescriptions help the doctor compare changes over time.
Bring prior reports and test results
Especially previous OCT, visual field tests, surgery reports or other eye treatment records.
Tell the doctor about medicines and medical conditions
Include diabetes, hypertension, glaucoma and all eye medications.
Ask about contact lens removal
The required lens-free period depends on the purpose of the examination. Routine examination and corneal topography/refractive surgery assessment have different requirements.
Plan transport if dilation may be needed
If the doctor dilates your pupils, light sensitivity and blurred near vision may last for several hours. Bring sunglasses and avoid driving yourself if your vision is affected.
Practical advice
Before your visit
Limitations and safety
Eye diagnostics are not one fixed procedure. Tests are selected according to symptoms and medical indications. If pupil dilation is required, near vision may be blurred and the eyes may be more sensitive to light for several hours. Sudden vision loss, a sudden increase in new floaters, flashes of light, or a dark curtain/shadow in the visual field require urgent medical assessment rather than a routine appointment.
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Stages
Stage 1
Symptoms and history
The doctor or specialist reviews visual changes, glasses and lenses, operations, injuries, eye conditions and systemic disease.
Stage 2
Baseline measurements
Visual function and basic ocular measurements are assessed.
Stage 3
Ophthalmic examination
The doctor assesses the anterior segment of the eye and the measurement results, then determines whether a dilated fundus examination or specialized diagnostics is needed.
Stage 4
Additional tests
OCT, perimetry, topography, pachymetry, gonioscopy, ultrasound and other tests are prescribed to answer specific clinical questions, not for everyone.
Stage 5
Findings and care plan
The ophthalmologist explains the findings and recommends monitoring, correction, treatment, further consultation or surgical preparation as needed.
Service benefits
A complete picture of eye health
Vision, eye health and symptoms are assessed together to understand what has changed.
Results you can understand
The ophthalmologist explains the measurements and which findings need attention.
Tests matched to your needs
Additional tests follow symptoms and clinical indications rather than a standard package for everyone.
A clear next step
Results help the doctor decide on correction, treatment, monitoring or specialist referral.
Service options
Eye tonometry
To detect chronic intraocular pressure (high or low)
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Prescribed when the ophthalmologist suspects structural changes in the deep layers of the eye.
Learn moreVisual field testing
Examination of central and peripheral visual fields. This method is used to check for narrowing of the visible space.
Learn moreOcular ultrasound
Anatomic Parameters and Internal Eye Structures
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Baseline diagnostic methods
Criterion
Visual acuity testing
Refraction / keratometry
Tonometry
Slit-lamp examination
Ophthalmoscopy
What it assesses
Distance/near visual acuity
Refractive status and corneal optical parameters
Intraocular pressure
Anterior segment structures
Retina, optic disc and other fundus structures
Why it is used
Measures actual visual function
Helps identify myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and correction needs
Important in glaucoma assessment and IOP monitoring
Assesses the cornea, anterior chamber, iris and lens
Helps identify retinal, vascular, macular and optic nerve changes
Usually part of baseline assessment
When indicated
When indicated
Often; confirm measurement method
When indicated
Depends on indications and examination format
Eye contact
No
No
Depends on method
No
No
Pupil dilation needed
No
No
No
No
Sometimes, for a more complete fundus examination
Discomfort
No
No
Usually minimal; contact methods may use numbing drops
No
Bright examination light may be uncomfortable
What the doctor obtains
Visual acuity with and without correction
Objective optical measurements
IOP value
Anterior segment findings
Fundus findings
Visual acuity testing
What it assesses
Why it is used
Usually part of baseline assessment
Eye contact
Pupil dilation needed
Discomfort
What the doctor obtains
Distance/near visual acuity
Measures actual visual function
When indicated
No
No
No
Visual acuity with and without correction
Refractive status and corneal optical parameters
Helps identify myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and correction needs
When indicated
No
No
No
Objective optical measurements
Intraocular pressure
Important in glaucoma assessment and IOP monitoring
Often; confirm measurement method
Depends on method
No
Usually minimal; contact methods may use numbing drops
IOP value
Anterior segment structures
Assesses the cornea, anterior chamber, iris and lens
When indicated
No
No
No
Anterior segment findings
Retina, optic disc and other fundus structures
Helps identify retinal, vascular, macular and optic nerve changes
Depends on indications and examination format
No
Sometimes, for a more complete fundus examination
Bright examination light may be uncomfortable
Fundus findings
Additional tests when indicated
Criterion
OCT
Computerized perimetry
Topography / pachymetry
Gonioscopy
Ultrasound / biometry
What it assesses
Cross-sectional retinal/macular/optic nerve structure
Visual field
Corneal shape and thickness
Anterior chamber angle
Anatomical measurements and internal ocular structures
Particularly useful for
Macular disease, glaucoma, optic nerve disorders and other indications
Glaucoma, neurologic indications and follow-up
Keratoconus, refractive surgery planning and corneal disease
Suspected angle-closure and angle assessment
Cataract, opaque media, IOL calculations and other indications
For every patient
No
No
No
No
No
Eye contact
Usually no
No
No
Yes, with a special lens
Depends on method
Pupil dilation needed
Usually no
No
No
No
Depends on the study
How it changes management
Clarifies structure and progression
Shows functional field defects
Helps assess corneal status and suitability for selected procedures
Defines angle anatomy
Helps assess anatomy and plan treatment
OCT
What it assesses
Particularly useful for
For every patient
Eye contact
Pupil dilation needed
How it changes management
Cross-sectional retinal/macular/optic nerve structure
Macular disease, glaucoma, optic nerve disorders and other indications
No
Usually no
Usually no
Clarifies structure and progression
Visual field
Glaucoma, neurologic indications and follow-up
No
No
No
Shows functional field defects
Corneal shape and thickness
Keratoconus, refractive surgery planning and corneal disease
No
No
No
Helps assess corneal status and suitability for selected procedures
Anterior chamber angle
Suspected angle-closure and angle assessment
No
Yes, with a special lens
No
Defines angle anatomy
Anatomical measurements and internal ocular structures
Cataract, opaque media, IOL calculations and other indications
No
Depends on method
Depends on the study
Helps assess anatomy and plan treatment
Book an eye examination and ophthalmologist consultation
If your vision has changed, you have new symptoms, or you want to check your eye health, start with an ophthalmologist consultation.
Procedure prices
Service name
Price
First-category physician consultation
21 800 ₸
Highest-category physician consultation
24 300 ₸
Candidate of Medical Sciences physician consultation
29 300 ₸
Package for MSEK (Medical and Social Expert Commission) (first-category physician)
47 300 ₸
Package for MSEK (Medical and Social Expert Commission) (highest-category physician)
49 800 ₸
Package for MSEK (Medical and Social Expert Commission) (physician with a Candidate of Medical Sciences degree)
54 800 ₸
Ophthalmologist consultation (per consultation)
from 12 000 ₸
Consultation with senior/high-category ophthalmologist / >10 years experience (per consultation)
from 14 500 ₸
Consultation with Candidate of Medical Sciences (per consultation)
from 19 500 ₸
Consultation with Doctor of Medical Sciences (per consultation)
from 26 500 ₸
Follow-up ophthalmologist consultation (per consultation)
from 5 900 ₸
The basic package includes: • Tonometry • Refractometry • Ocular ultrasound
Diagnostic Package for MSEK (Medical and Social Expert Commission) includes the following diagnostic examinations: • Ocular ultrasound (A- and B-scan) • Intraocular pressure (IOP) measurement • Refractometry • Pattern visual evoked potentials (VEP) using a checkerboard pattern • Flash visual evoked potentials (VEP) • Approximate visual acuity assessment using a checkerboard pattern • Static computerized perimetry
Our doctors
A team of experienced doctors across specialties.
Experience: 34 years
Head
Dzhumataeva Zaure Asylkhanovna
Doctor of Medical Sciences, Associate Professor; Highest-category ophthalmologist
Experience: 27 years
Head
Tleubaeva Gulmira Bakhytovna
Candidate of Medical Sciences; Highest-category ophthalmologist
Experience: 18 years
Consultant Physician
Tasboltaev Beknur Rakhimberdievich
Experience: 17 years
Ophthalmologist, Ultrasound and OCT Diagnostics
Zhanysbaeva Akmaral Esmyrzaevna
Highest-category ophthalmologist
What an ophthalmologist eye examination may include
A comprehensive eye evaluation starts with your symptoms and visual function, but it does not end with reading an eye chart. The doctor may assess refraction, intraocular pressure, the anterior segment and the fundus, and may order OCT, visual field testing, corneal topography, ultrasound or other tests when needed. The key value of the consultation is clinical interpretation.
The same complaint of “blurred vision” can have different causes involving refractive error, cataract, the cornea, retina, optic nerve or other structures. The ophthalmologist determines which tests are relevant and what the next step should be.
After basic measurements, the ophthalmologist analyses symptoms and findings, requests further tests if needed and provides a clear plan.
Testing depends on the visit's purpose: prevention, visual loss, correction fitting, surgical preparation and monitoring glaucoma, cataract or other eye conditions require different tests.
Tests are selected individually. Not all of the examinations listed are included in a single appointment.
Baseline measurements
Visual function and basic eye measurements are assessed. Confirm the exact examination contents with the clinic.
Additional advice and situations
Pupil dilation
Used when needed to improve the view of internal eye structures. Temporary near blur and light sensitivity may follow.
Retinal or optic nerve OCT
Ordered when detailed cross-sectional imaging of the macula, retina or optic nerve is clinically useful.
Visual field testing
Used in glaucoma assessment, selected neurologic situations and monitoring of specific eye diseases.
Corneal topography and pachymetry
May be required for corneal disease assessment, refractive surgery planning and other indications.
Ultrasound and biometry
Used when anatomical measurements or imaging of internal structures is required.
Specialist consultation
After diagnostics, patients may be referred to a glaucoma specialist, retina specialist, ophthalmic surgeon or another subspecialist.
Further information
The outcome of an examination is more than a printout of measurements. The patient should understand what was found, which changes need monitoring, whether additional tests or treatment are needed and when to return. The format for providing a written conclusion, test results and a next-step plan should be checked with the clinic.
Facts and offers
Kazakhstan’s first specialized ophthalmology institute, operating since 1933.
Modern diagnostics and surgery using world-class equipment.
Leading ophthalmologists in Kazakhstan, scientists and experienced surgeons.
More than 30,000 operations and around 270,000 consultations annually.
Kazakhstan’s first specialized ophthalmology institute, operating since 1933.
Modern diagnostics and surgery using world-class equipment.
Leading ophthalmologists in Kazakhstan, scientists and experienced surgeons.
More than 30,000 operations and around 270,000 consultations annually.
Kazakhstan’s first specialized ophthalmology institute, operating since 1933.
Modern diagnostics and surgery using world-class equipment.
Leading ophthalmologists in Kazakhstan, scientists and experienced surgeons.
More than 30,000 operations and around 270,000 consultations annually.
Frequently asked questions
How is an ophthalmologist examination different from a vision check at an optical store?
An optical-store check is usually focused on visual acuity and spectacle/contact lens correction. An ophthalmologist examination evaluates eye health and may include eye pressure, slit-lamp examination, fundus examination and specialized tests when indicated.
What is included in an eye examination at KazRI of eye diseases?
KazRI of eye diseases must confirm the exact package. The baseline assessment and additional tests depend on symptoms, age, risk factors and the purpose of the visit.
Will my pupils be dilated?
Not always. Dilation is used when the doctor needs a wider view of the internal structures of the eye.
Can I drive after pupil dilation?
Dilation can cause near blur and light sensitivity for several hours. If your vision is affected, do not drive until it has returned to a safe level.
Is an eye examination painful?
Most standard tests are painless. Some contact tests may use numbing drops and may feel like brief pressure or touch.
Do I need to remove contact lenses before the appointment?
Yes, but the required interval depends on the test and lens type. Corneal topography and refractive surgery assessment may require a longer lens-free period. Ask when booking.
What should I bring to the appointment?
Bring your current glasses/contact lenses, previous prescriptions, prior OCT or other eye test reports, surgery records and a medication list if relevant.
Can I have only a consultation without diagnostic testing?
It depends on the reason for the visit. The doctor can review existing records, but current measurements are often needed to make or refine a diagnosis. Confirm the visit format when booking.
When is OCT needed?
OCT is used when the doctor needs detailed cross-sectional information about the retina, macula or optic nerve. It is not required for every patient.
Why is intraocular pressure measured?
Eye pressure is one part of glaucoma assessment and is also relevant in other clinical situations. A pressure value alone does not confirm or rule out glaucoma.