Kazakhstan-German Glaucoma Center in Almaty
The Center operates within the Kazakh Research Institute of Eye Diseases and combines the Institute’s clinical experience with international cooperation in glaucoma diagnosis and treatment.
About the Center
The Kazakhstan-German Glaucoma Center operates within the Kazakh Research Institute of Eye Diseases in Almaty. Its work focuses on the diagnosis, treatment and long-term follow-up of patients with glaucoma.
The Center cooperates with the Private Institute of Applied Ophthalmology in Berlin. Professor Carl Erb, a specialist in glaucoma, is one of the participants in this international cooperation.
Why patients come to the Center
Diagnosis and treatment
The Center provides glaucoma screening, comprehensive diagnostics, medical therapy, laser treatment and glaucoma surgery when clinically indicated.
International cooperation
The Center’s work includes professional exchange with German specialists in glaucoma diagnosis and treatment.
Integrated care
Patients can move from initial diagnostics to treatment planning and follow-up within a specialized glaucoma center.
Specialized team
Patients are managed by ophthalmologists who work with glaucoma and other eye diseases.
What is glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve. Elevated intraocular pressure is a major risk factor, but glaucomatous damage can also occur when measured eye pressure is within the usual range.
Why early detection matters. The most common forms of glaucoma often cause no noticeable symptoms in their early stages. Optic nerve damage that has already occurred is irreversible, so treatment aims to slow or stop further progression and preserve remaining vision.
When to see an ophthalmologist
With chronic open-angle glaucoma, visual changes may develop gradually. As the disease progresses, peripheral vision may be affected.
- if you have previously been found to have elevated intraocular pressure;
- if close relatives have glaucoma;
- if an ophthalmologist has recommended regular monitoring of the optic nerve and visual field;
- if you notice gradual loss of peripheral vision or other new changes in vision.
Seek urgent medical care if you suddenly develop severe eye pain, redness, marked blurred vision, halos around lights, nausea or vomiting. These symptoms may occur during an acute angle-closure glaucoma attack and require urgent medical assessment.
Services of the Kazakhstan-German Glaucoma Center
Glaucoma screening. Assessment of risk factors and eye health for signs of glaucoma.
Comprehensive diagnostics. Examination to assess intraocular pressure, the optic nerve and other parameters needed for diagnosis and follow-up.
Medical treatment. Selection of medication to lower intraocular pressure and control the disease when indicated.
Laser treatment. Used for selected forms of glaucoma based on ophthalmic examination findings.
Surgical treatment. Considered when medication or laser treatment is insufficient or when the disease requires a surgical approach.
Long-term follow-up. Monitoring of the optic nerve, intraocular pressure and disease progression.
How to make an appointment
Kazakhstan-German Glaucoma Center
at the Kazakh Research Institute of Eye Diseases
Address: 95A Tole Bi Street, Almaty
Phone: +7 (702) 075 07 71, +7 (727) 341 07 71
An in-person ophthalmology consultation and examination are required to determine the appropriate treatment approach.
Frequently asked questions
What should I do if I have been diagnosed with glaucoma?
Do not postpone ophthalmic follow-up. The ophthalmologist will assess the optic nerve, intraocular pressure and other findings, then determine the treatment plan and follow-up schedule.
Can glaucoma be cured completely?
Optic nerve damage caused by glaucoma is irreversible. Treatment aims to control the disease, reduce the risk of further damage and preserve remaining vision.
How often should I be examined?
The frequency of examinations depends on the diagnosis, disease stage, intraocular pressure, risk factors and treatment. Your ophthalmologist determines the individual follow-up schedule.