I am Dr Serdal Sanak, ophthalmic surgeon specialised in refractive surgery (laser correction for myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism) and cataract surgery. I practise in Brussels within the CHIREC network. I am head of ophthalmology at the CHIREC clinics Europe Lambermont, Parc Léopold, Edith Cavell and Basilique, and I hold the European Diploma in Ophthalmology (FEBO). My background in detail.
My dual specialisation covers the whole field of refractive surgery: corneal laser surgery (Femto-LASIK, PRK) on one side, intraocular surgery (ICL, PRELEX, cataract) on the other.
Refractive surgery encompasses all the procedures that correct visual defects and reduce or eliminate dependence on glasses and contact lenses. Myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, presbyopia: for each of these conditions, there are today precise, well-documented surgical solutions, adapted to very different profiles.
This website gathers what patients ask me in consultation: how each condition works, the techniques available, recovery, results and risks.
Every eye is different. The choice of technique is made after a precise assessment of your corneal anatomy, your correction and your day-to-day visual needs.
What I want for every patient who leaves this assessment: that they know exactly where they stand. Whether they decide to have surgery or not, they leave with the information to choose freely.
Which eye operations does Dr Sanak perform in Brussels?
Refractive laser surgery, with Femto-LASIK and PRK, ICL implants for high myopia, PRELEX for presbyopia, and cataract surgery.
Which technique for which refractive error?
Common myopia, moderate hyperopia and astigmatism are treated with corneal laser when the cornea allows it. Beyond -8 dioptres, or on a cornea that is too thin, the ICL implant takes over. After 45, presbyopia points towards PRELEX. The decision is made at the exam, on measurements.
How much does eye surgery cost in Brussels?
Around 1700 to 2250 euros per eye for Femto-LASIK and PRK, 2700 to 3500 euros for an ICL implant, 3000 to 4000 euros for PRELEX. Cataract surgery is covered by the Belgian INAMI, with a supplement depending on the implant. A precise quote is given after the exam.
What happens at a preoperative exam?
Allow about an hour. We measure vision, the shape and thickness of the cornea and the quality of the tears, then examine the back of the eye after dilation. Dilation blurs near vision for two to three hours, so you must not drive afterwards.
Do I have to stop wearing contact lenses before the consultation?
Yes. Forty-eight hours for soft lenses, one week for toric or rigid lenses. Without that pause, corneal topography does not reflect the real shape of the cornea and the measurements have to be repeated.