Basic examination

The basic ophthalmological examination comprises a series of procedures, starting with the discussion with the ophthalmologist, the recommendation and interpretation of specialist investigations and the final diagnosis, together with the medical letter.

Necessary documents and preparation for the examination

  • minor patients under 14 years – birth certificate
  • minor patients, aged 14-18 years – identity card
  • adult patients – identity card or passport

Also, if you wear glasses, please bring them for measurements, together with their envelope or prescription.

Many patients wonder why ID is needed. Because the patient record is a medical-legal document, ID is used to verify the data on the record if you are already our patient, or to fill in a new record.

It is recommended that ladies do not use make-up products before the examination.

Because of the dilating drops that are put in the eyes, the effect of blurred vision occurs, so it is not recommended to drive your car. Blurred vision can persist for up to 3 hours.

What are the symptoms that indicate an ophthalmological emergency?

  • sudden loss of vision with or without recovery (total or partial)
  • bright rainbow-colored circles around light sources
  • distortion of the outline of objects
  • loss/narrowing of visual field
  • lightning flashes or “flying” flies appearing suddenly in large numbers
  • trauma to the head and/or eye area
  • sudden appearance of a black spot/curtain
  • intense eye and orbital pain, dilated pupil, red eye
  • red, itchy, irritated eyes, local itching, swollen eyelids, discharges
  • chemical burns
  • ocular/intraocular foreign objects

When is an ophthalmological examination recommended?

  • any time you notice decreased visual acuity, or experience a symptom listed above
  • when parents are glasses wearers (myopia, hypermetropia, astigmatism) children should have an annual ophthalmological examination to diagnose and treat the refractive error early on
  • around the age of 40-45 years, near distance fatigue occurs when reading. This is called presbyopia, which makes us need near vision glasses.
  • once every 2 years until the age of 60
  • annually after the age of 60

Emergency examinations

At our clinics, emergency examinations are carried out during office hours (M-F 9 – 18, Sat 10 – 14). Priority is given to patients who already have an appointment, but if you have an emergency, please call the clinic phone numbers first to make sure a doctor is available. The colleagues at reception desk will let you know the next steps to benefit of an emergency examination.

Optometric examinations (to determine diopters)

The optometric examination, to determine the diopters, can be done without an appointment, although it is recommended to call the optics you wish to consult beforehand. The optometric examination is carried out by an optometrist, and at the end of the examination a prescription for glasses can be issued. Optometric examinations are free if glasses are ordered in our network.

Services settled by National Health Insurance House

Our patients benefit from free ophthalmological examination at Dr. Holhoș clinics in Cluj Napoca, Alba Iulia and Mediaș, with a referral note from the family doctor, settled by National Health Insurance House. The number of free examinations depends on the level of the monthly threshold provided by National Health Insurance House. Specialist ophthalmological examinations will be performed by the doctors listed below, at the telephone numbers shown.

  • Cluj Napoca Clinic – 0377702882 – dr. Țicle Alexandra
  • Alba Iulia Clinic – 0358104654 – dr. Creț Claudia
  • Mediaș Clinic – 0369422543 – dr. Czika Alexandra
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You can make an appointment quickly via the form on the right, or directly over the phone. Our colleagues at the reception desk will be happy to provide you with the availability and information you need to make an appointment. Filling in the form does not represent the registration or confirmation of an appointment, but submitting an appointment request. You will be contacted by our team to check the availability of doctors and make an appointment.

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Important note regarding patient consultations and surgery appointments

A patient who cancels a consultation or surgery appointment once, at least one day prior to the scheduled appointment, has the right to a second appointment under the same conditions.
If the patient cancels the second consultation and/or surgery appointment, a new appointment can be made only if the patient accepts to pay for both the consultation and the surgery in advance. This can be done either by payment order or in cash at the clinic reception.
A patient who does not show up for their consultation or surgery, who does not cancel the appointment in due time, or does not answer the clinic’s calls, may request a second appointment only if they pay for the consultation/surgery in advance. 
Patients requesting an appointment for retinal surgeries or laser Prk/Femtolasik/Smile Pro must pay 30% of the cost of the surgery in advance. The appointment will be scheduled only after receiving the advance payment. If the patient is unable to attend the scheduled consultation or surgery, and cancels the intervention at least 48 hours beforehand, they will be refunded in full. If the patient does not show up and does not cancel or contact the clinic at least 48 hours in advance, the advance paid is considered to be lost as damages and will no longer be refunded.