{"id":1775,"date":"2026-10-20T08:51:22","date_gmt":"2026-10-20T08:51:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/medical-disclaimer\/"},"modified":"2026-10-20T12:55:55","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T12:55:55","slug":"medical-disclaimer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/en\/medical-disclaimer\/","title":{"rendered":"Medical disclaimer"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- Hero (Photo + summary card) Start -->\n<section class=\"page-hero\" id=\"top\">\n\t<div class=\"phero-inner pad with-media container-fluid\"><div class=\"row\">\n\t\t<div class=\"phero-left col-12 col-lg-7\">\n\t\t\t<div data-hero-in><ol class=\"crumbs\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/en\/\">Home: eye surgery in Istanbul<\/a><\/li><li><span aria-current=\"page\">Medical disclaimer<\/span><\/li><\/ol><\/div>\t\t\t<h1 class=\"t64 hero-title phero-title\" data-lines>Medical Disclaimer<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"t22 phero-lead\" data-hero-in>This disclaimer applies to the website laseristanbulclinic.com, including all language versions, articles, treatment pages, online tools, quizzes, videos and the online consultation form (together, &#8220;the website&#8221;). The website is run by <span class=\"ph\">{{company legal name}}<\/span>, <span class=\"ph\">{{address}}<\/span> (&#8220;we&#8221;, &#8220;us&#8221;).<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"phero-meta\" data-hero-in><li><svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-check\"\/><\/svg>Last updated: <span class=\"ph\">{{last updated}}<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"phero-right has-media col-12 col-lg-5\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"phero-media\" data-hero-in><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/eye-iris-illustration-light.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Illustration of an iris on a light background\" fetchpriority=\"high\" srcset=\"https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/eye-iris-illustration-light.webp 1000w, https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/eye-iris-illustration-light-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/eye-iris-illustration-light-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/eye-iris-illustration-light-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"inshort\" data-hero-in><p>The information on this website is general information about eyes and eye treatments. It is not medical advice and does not replace an examination by a qualified eye doctor. Every eye is different, results vary from person to person, and no treatment outcome can be guaranteed. In an emergency, contact your local emergency services, not this website.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<!-- Hero (Photo + summary card) End -->\n\n\n<!-- Cards (Feature cards: 4 columns) Start -->\n<section class=\"psec pad\" id=\"glance\">\n\t<div class=\"container-fluid px-0\"><div class=\"row g-0\"><div class=\"col-12\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"t48 sec-title\" data-reveal>At a glance<\/h2><p class=\"t22 sec-lead\" data-reveal>The four things this disclaimer asks you to remember.<\/p><div class=\"features four row row-cols-1 row-cols-md-2 row-cols-lg-4\" data-stagger><div class=\"col\"><div class=\"feat h-100\"><span class=\"feat-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"26\" height=\"26\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-book\"\/><\/svg><\/span><h3>Information, not advice<\/h3><p>Everything here is general information and education. Ask a qualified eye doctor about your own eyes.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col\"><div class=\"feat h-100\"><span class=\"feat-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"26\" height=\"26\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-chat\"\/><\/svg><\/span><h3>A first opinion, not a diagnosis<\/h3><p>An online consultation is a surgeon&#8217;s first opinion. Suitability is only decided after a full examination in person.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col\"><div class=\"feat h-100\"><span class=\"feat-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"26\" height=\"26\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-eye\"\/><\/svg><\/span><h3>Results vary<\/h3><p>Patient stories and photos are individual experiences, not a promise of your result.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col\"><div class=\"feat h-100\"><span class=\"feat-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"26\" height=\"26\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-warn\"\/><\/svg><\/span><h3>Emergencies: call 112, 999 or 911<\/h3><p>Our website, form, WhatsApp and phone lines are not emergency services and are not monitored around the clock.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<!-- Cards (Feature cards: 4 columns) End -->\n\n\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) Start -->\n<section class=\"psec pad tight\" id=\"s1\"><div class=\"container-fluid px-0\"><div class=\"row g-0\"><div class=\"col-12\"><div class=\"intro-grid row\"><div class=\"intro-side col-12\"><h2 class=\"t48\" data-reveal>1. Information, not medical advice<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"copy prose col-12\"><p data-reveal>Everything on the website, including descriptions of eye conditions, treatments, risks, recovery times and typical outcomes, is provided for general information and education only. It is not a diagnosis, a treatment recommendation or a substitute for professional medical advice.<\/p>\n<p data-reveal>Always ask a qualified eye doctor (ophthalmologist) or optometrist about your own eyes. Do not ignore professional medical advice, delay seeking it, or stop or change any treatment because of something you have read on the website.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) End -->\n\n\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) Start -->\n<section class=\"psec pad tight\" id=\"s2\"><div class=\"container-fluid px-0\"><div class=\"row g-0\"><div class=\"col-12\"><div class=\"intro-grid row\"><div class=\"intro-side col-12\"><h2 class=\"t48\" data-reveal>2. Online consultations are a first opinion<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"copy prose col-12\"><p data-reveal>When you send us your prescription, scans or reports, the surgeon who reviews them gives a first opinion based only on the information you provide. This opinion is not a diagnosis and not a final treatment plan. Whether a treatment is suitable for you can only be decided after a full eye examination in person, and treatment only goes ahead with your informed consent after your surgeon has explained the benefits, risks and alternatives for your case.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) End -->\n\n\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) Start -->\n<section class=\"psec pad tight\" id=\"s3\"><div class=\"container-fluid px-0\"><div class=\"row g-0\"><div class=\"col-12\"><div class=\"intro-grid row\"><div class=\"intro-side col-12\"><h2 class=\"t48\" data-reveal>3. Individual results vary<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"copy prose col-12\"><p data-reveal>Every patient&#8217;s eyes, general health and healing are different. Results described on the website, including in patient stories, reviews, photos and videos, are individual experiences. They are not a promise or prediction of your result.<\/p>\n<p data-reveal>All eye surgery and eye treatments carry risks, including the possibility that you may still need glasses or contact lenses, may need further treatment, or may have complications. Your surgeon will explain the risks that apply to you before you agree to any treatment. No statement on the website should be read as a guarantee of any outcome.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) End -->\n\n\n<!-- Flexible Section Start -->\n<section class=\"panel dark\" id=\"s4\"><div class=\"container-fluid px-0\"><div class=\"row g-0\"><div class=\"col-12\"><h2 class=\"t48 sec-title\" data-reveal>4. Medical emergencies<\/h2><p class=\"t22 sec-lead\" data-reveal>The website, our contact form, WhatsApp, email and phone lines are not emergency services and are not monitored around the clock.<\/p><div class=\"features row row-cols-1 row-cols-md-2 row-cols-lg-3\" data-stagger><div class=\"col\"><div class=\"feat h-100\"><span class=\"feat-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"26\" height=\"26\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-phone\"\/><\/svg><\/span><h3>112<\/h3><p>Anywhere in the EU and in T\u00fcrkiye<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col\"><div class=\"feat h-100\"><span class=\"feat-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"26\" height=\"26\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-phone\"\/><\/svg><\/span><h3>999<\/h3><p>In the UK<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col\"><div class=\"feat h-100\"><span class=\"feat-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"26\" height=\"26\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-phone\"\/><\/svg><\/span><h3>911<\/h3><p>In the US and Canada<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"intro-grid row mt-v3\"><div class=\"intro-side col-12\"><p class=\"eyebrow\" data-reveal>Seek urgent medical help, without waiting for a reply from us, if you notice<\/p><\/div><div class=\"copy prose col-12\"><p data-reveal>Sudden loss of vision, a dark curtain or shadow across your vision, a sudden shower of floaters or flashes of light, sudden double vision, a painful red eye, or an eye injury.<\/p>\n<p data-reveal>If you have recently had treatment with one of our surgeons and develop a problem, seek local urgent care first if it is an emergency, then contact your coordinator.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<!-- Flexible Section End -->\n\n\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) Start -->\n<section class=\"psec pad tight\" id=\"s5\"><div class=\"container-fluid px-0\"><div class=\"row g-0\"><div class=\"col-12\"><div class=\"intro-grid row\"><div class=\"intro-side col-12\"><h2 class=\"t48\" data-reveal>5. Online tools are not a diagnosis<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"copy prose col-12\"><p data-reveal>Our online eye test, suitability quizzes, lens finder, calculators and similar tools are screening and information tools only. They do not diagnose any condition, cannot check the health of your eyes and do not replace an eye examination. Their results depend on your device, screen settings, lighting, distance and answers, and may be inaccurate. A good result does not mean your eyes are healthy; a poor result does not mean you have an eye disease. If you are concerned about your eyes, see an eye doctor.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) End -->\n\n\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) Start -->\n<section class=\"psec pad tight\" id=\"s6\"><div class=\"container-fluid px-0\"><div class=\"row g-0\"><div class=\"col-12\"><div class=\"intro-grid row\"><div class=\"intro-side col-12\"><h2 class=\"t48\" data-reveal>6. Reviews, testimonials and images<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"copy prose col-12\"><p data-reveal>Patient reviews and stories are the personal opinions and experiences of the patients concerned, published with their consent. Photos and videos may show individual cases and are for illustration only. They are not typical of every patient and are not a guarantee of results.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) End -->\n\n\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) Start -->\n<section class=\"psec pad tight\" id=\"s7\"><div class=\"container-fluid px-0\"><div class=\"row g-0\"><div class=\"col-12\"><div class=\"intro-grid row\"><div class=\"intro-side col-12\"><h2 class=\"t48\" data-reveal>7. Medical review and accuracy<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"copy prose col-12\"><p data-reveal>Our medical pages are written to be accurate and balanced, are based on recognised medical sources, and are reviewed by one of our surgeons. Each medical page shows who reviewed it and when.<\/p>\n<p data-reveal>Medicine changes, however, and new research, techniques and guidance appear all the time. Although we review our content regularly, we cannot guarantee that every page is complete, accurate or up to date at the moment you read it. If you find something you think is wrong, please tell us at <span class=\"ph\">{{contact email}}<\/span> and we will check it.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) End -->\n\n\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) Start -->\n<section class=\"psec pad tight\" id=\"s8\"><div class=\"container-fluid px-0\"><div class=\"row g-0\"><div class=\"col-12\"><div class=\"intro-grid row\"><div class=\"intro-side col-12\"><h2 class=\"t48\" data-reveal>8. Links to other websites<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"copy prose col-12\"><p data-reveal>The website links to other websites, such as medical organisations, research papers and official government pages, for further reading. We do not control those websites and are not responsible for their content, accuracy, availability or privacy practices. A link does not mean we endorse the website or its owner.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) End -->\n\n\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) Start -->\n<section class=\"psec pad tight\" id=\"s9\"><div class=\"container-fluid px-0\"><div class=\"row g-0\"><div class=\"col-12\"><div class=\"intro-grid row\"><div class=\"intro-side col-12\"><h2 class=\"t48\" data-reveal>9. Translations<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"copy prose col-12\"><p data-reveal>The website is published in several languages. We take care to keep every language version consistent, but small differences in translation can occur. If anything is unclear, please ask us.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) End -->\n\n\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) Start -->\n<section class=\"psec pad tight\" id=\"s10\"><div class=\"container-fluid px-0\"><div class=\"row g-0\"><div class=\"col-12\"><div class=\"intro-grid row\"><div class=\"intro-side col-12\"><h2 class=\"t48\" data-reveal>10. Changes to this disclaimer<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"copy prose col-12\"><p data-reveal>We may update this disclaimer from time to time. The date at the top of this page shows when it was last changed. Please check it each time you use the website.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) End -->\n\n\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) Start -->\n<section class=\"panel\" id=\"s11\"><div class=\"container-fluid px-0\"><div class=\"row g-0\"><div class=\"col-12\"><div class=\"intro-grid row\"><div class=\"intro-side col-12 col-lg-5\"><h2 class=\"t48\" data-reveal>11. Contact us<\/h2><p class=\"t22\" data-reveal>If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact:<\/p><\/div><div class=\"copy col-12 col-lg-7\"><div class=\"feat\" data-reveal><span class=\"feat-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"26\" height=\"26\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-mail\"\/><\/svg><\/span><h3><span class=\"ph\">{{company legal name}}<\/span><\/h3><p><span class=\"ph\">{{address}}<\/span><br>Email: <span class=\"ph\">{{contact email}}<\/span><\/p><\/div><p class=\"t22 mt-v16\" data-reveal>Return to the <a href=\"\/en\/\">home page: eye surgery in Istanbul<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<!-- Heading (Intro: heading left, text right) End -->\n\n\n<!-- Call to Action (Assessment band) Start -->\n<section class=\"cta-band\" id=\"assessment\">\n\t<div class=\"contact-bg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span><\/span><span><\/span><span><\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cta-inner pad container-fluid\"><div class=\"row\">\n\t\t<div class=\"col-12 col-lg-7\"><div class=\"cta-copy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"t64\" data-reveal>Ask a surgeon about your own eyes<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"t22\" data-reveal>General information is a starting point. For an opinion on your eyes, send your prescription or eye report and a named surgeon will reply, with no obligation.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"cta-actions\" data-reveal><a class=\"pill pill-white\" href=\"https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/en\/free-consultation\/\"><span class=\"pill-dot\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><span class=\"pill-label\">Free online consultation<\/span><\/a><a class=\"pill pill-line\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/4915783739465?text=Hello%20Laser%20Istanbul%20Clinic%2C%20I%20would%20like%20some%20information%20about%20eye%20treatment.%20Sent%20from%3A%20https%3A%2F%2Flaseristanbulclinic.com%2Fen%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"pill-dot\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><span class=\"pill-label\">WhatsApp: +49 157 8373 9465<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-12 col-lg-5\"><div class=\"proof-card\" data-reveal>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"proof-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"t48\">3 eye surgeons<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"t22\">Your case is reviewed by a named surgeon, not a salesperson. Reply within <span class=\"ph\">{{response time}}<\/span>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"avatars\" aria-label=\"Our surgeons\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/prof-dr-ahmet-satici-ophthalmologist-istanbul-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Prof. Dr. Ahmet Sat\u0131c\u0131\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/prof-dr-ahmet-satici-ophthalmologist-istanbul-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/prof-dr-ahmet-satici-ophthalmologist-istanbul-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/prof-dr-ahmet-satici-ophthalmologist-istanbul-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/prof-dr-ahmet-satici-ophthalmologist-istanbul.webp 806w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><span class=\"tip\">Prof. Dr. Ahmet Sat\u0131c\u0131<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/doc-dr-muhammet-derda-ozer-cornea-specialist-istanbul-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Do\u00e7. Dr. Muhammet Derda \u00d6zer\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><span class=\"tip\">Do\u00e7. Dr. Muhammet Derda \u00d6zer<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/op-dr-aysan-bayram-eye-surgeon-istanbul-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Op. Dr. Aysan Bayram\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/op-dr-aysan-bayram-eye-surgeon-istanbul-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/op-dr-aysan-bayram-eye-surgeon-istanbul-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/op-dr-aysan-bayram-eye-surgeon-istanbul-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/laseristanbulclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/op-dr-aysan-bayram-eye-surgeon-istanbul.webp 806w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><span class=\"tip\">Op. 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