Department of Ophthalmology at University Hospital Jena provides conservative and surgical care for patients with diseases of the eye and orbit. The department consists of multiple specialized clinics for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of different anatomical structures of eyes such as retina and cornea as well as some common diseases of eyes such as glaucoma and blepharospasm. The department has a specialized team of neuro-ophthalmologists dealing with diseases such as strabismus for which they have developed an orthoptic room where correction and treatment of strabismus for patients of all ages occur. 
Under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Med. Daniel Meller, the department treats more than 3,100 inpatients and 20,2000 outpatients every year, the majority of which suffer from senile cataract. The department has an exceptional history and reputation in the treatment of cataracts as over 1,200 surgical operations of cataracts are performed every year by the remarkable medical team of surgeons and ophthalmologists. Glaucoma is also another major concern of the department of Ophthalmology for which it offers both conservative and surgical treatment. The department utilizes the cutting-edge diagnostics and therapeutics to develop the optimal management and care plan for each patient.

The Department of Ophthalmology at University Hospital Jena is specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of:
•    Glaucoma
•    Cataract
•    Retinal detachment and tears
•    Vitreous hemorrhage
•    Myopia
•    Astigmatism
•    Hypermetropia
•    Squint
•    Eye injuries and trauma
•    Age-related macular degeneration
•    Diabetic retinopathy
•    Retinal vascular occlusion
•    Keratoconus
•    Keratitis
•    Conjunctivitis
•    Amblyopia