Ophthalmology - Eye Clinic

Our eyes are just as unique as our fingerprints, therefore we all individually require specific, personalised eye treatment and support.

The Eye Clinic at SMC is led by Dr Keti Pachkoria, a fully accredited Consultant Ophthalmologist registered with the British and Spanish General Medical Councils and the Gibraltar Medical Registration Board. Dr Keti focuses on delivering the very best, customised eye care to all her patients, many of whom are concerned about finding the safest eye treatments using the latest technology.

The eye service at SMC includes investigation and treatment for the following areas/conditions:

• Macular Degeneration (AMD)
• Diabetic Maculopathy and Retinopathy
• Retinal Vein Occlusion
• Intravitreal Injections
• Floaters, Flashing Lights
• Uveitis
• Diagnostic eye imaging/Eye screening
• Pterygium medical and surgical treatment
• Eyelid lesion/cancer removal, eyelid reconstruction, Blepharoplasty/Cosmetic eye surgery
• Periocular rejuvenation/aesthetic procedures
• Red, itchy, sore or painful eyes
• Blurred vision
• Double vision
• Dry eyes, Blepharitis and Conjunctivitis
• Chalazion, eye lumps
• Vision assessment for all ages including sight test for glasses
• Ocular Emergencies

Dr Keti Pachkoria is a Consultant Eye Surgeon specialising in private cataract surgery, eyelid surgery, medical retinal problems and glaucoma. Although she performs all the above treatments/surgeries at the Specialist Medical Clinic, she currently carries out the following treatments/surgeries in Spain:

• Cataract (standard, premium, toric intraocular lenses)
• Clear lens removal surgery
• Glaucoma/SLT and PI Laser
• YAG laser capsulotomy (cleaning of intraocular lens)

Consultations regarding all the above problems are available at the Specialist Medical Clinic, more information about these can also be found on Dr Pachkoria’s website.

Dr Pachkoria will be with you throughout all your eye care and treatment, discussing all the possible options. Surgery and treatment is performed by Dr Pachkoria herself who will also see you at  postoperative appointments to ensure that you are fully satisfied with the outcome of your operation.

Dr Pachoria has received many messages of thanks following procedures carried out at the Specialist Medical Clinic, the latest one below following blepharoplasty:

“My ophthalmologist recommended I undergo Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) in order to improve my peripheral vision following cataract surgery.  Having given the matter considerable thought I finally decided to undergo the procedure.  I was very apprehensive about the surgery but I can assure anyone wishing to undergo this procedure that with Dr Keti you would be in a safe pair of hands.  She explained what she was doing and constantly reassured me throughout the whole procedure which took about 2 hours (although this will vary with individual patients).  I experienced no pain either during the procedure or post surgery only mild discomfort and some bruising which was to be expected.  One week after surgery the stitches were removed painlessly and the final result improved peripheral vision and as a huge bonus everyone tells me I look 20 years younger. Thank you Dr Keti Pachkoria.”