Dr. Mertens Plays a key role in scientific research on extra lens implants.
We are proud to announce that Dr. Erik Mertens, from Oogcentrum Medipolis, has contributed to leading research on refractive surgery, published in the ‘Journal of Refractive Surgery’.
Brussels Eye Doctors achieves ISO 9001:2015 Certification for Quality Management System
We are proud to announce that Brussels Eye Doctors has once again achieved the prestigious ISO 9001:2015 standard for our quality management system on June 6, 2024, following a thorough audit by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance (LRQA). This certification is valid for three years and confirms our commitment to excellence in healthcare.
Oogkliniek Brasschaat joins the Signifeye network
Just before the summer holidays, we are pleased to welcome Dr. Ann Haustermans’ team from Oogkliniek Brasschaat to the Signifeye network. We thus welcome 5 experienced ophthalmologists to our network and look forward to learning from their experience and specialisms and further improving ophthalmic care in our network.
Eyecenter joins Signifeye network
At the end of December 2023, Dr. Fernand De Wilde and the team of 7 ophthalmologists and more than 10 staff members joined the Signifeye network. We are proud and happy to welcome so many enthusiastic new colleagues and look forward to working and learning together to continuously improve ophthalmic care for our patients.
Looking back at ESCRS 2023: Dr. Erik Mertens from Oogcentrum Medipolis gave us an Exclusive Tour of the Center of Excellence!
On Saturday, September 9th, the world of ophthalmology was treated to an exclusive
experience during “The Masters Film Festival – Innovation into Practice” at ESCRS 2023.
Central to this experience was none other than Dr. Erik Mertens from Oogcentrum Medipolis.
Signifeye doctors Mertens, Van Keer and Heintz participate as panel members at the AECOS conference in Florence
In June 2023, three prominent doctors from Signifeye, Dr. Mertens, Dr. Van Keer, and Dr. Heintz, shone as respected panelists at the international AECOS congress in Firenze. This participation showcases their tireless dedication to advancing ophthalmological expertise. At Signifeye, we aim to continuously innovate and provide the highest quality of eye care.
Signifeye eye care practices pioneer with Belkin lasers to treat glaucoma in Belgium
Oogcentrum Medipolis in Antwerp and Brussels Eye Doctors in Brussels – two eye centres that are part of the Signifeye network – are the first in Belgium to offer their patients a non-contact glaucoma laser treatment. This very safe and quick treatment is recommended by the Glaucoma Association as the primary treatment – even before using eye drops – for patients with elevated eye pressure. Thanks to its partnership with the company Belkin, Signifeye is able to offer this latest treatment method to its patients in Antwerp and Brussels.
Signifeye doctors contribute to text book entitled ‘Cataract and Lens Surgery’
In May 2023, leading doctors of Signifeye, Dr. Erik Mertens, Dr. Karel Van Keer, and Dr. Caroline Dauwe, documented their expertise. They contributed to the influential textbook ‘Cataract and Lens Surgery’ by writing an in-depth chapter titled “Management of Surgical Complications When Implanting Phakic IOLs”. This book offers a practical overview of the latest lens surgery, clearly highlights surgical techniques, and addresses the management of complications, all under the expert insights of leading experts in the field.
Signifeye doctors attend conference in San Diego with Dr Erik Mertens as guest speaker
In May 2023, Signifeye marked a special milestone. A delegation of our dedicated ophthalmologists attended the ASCRS conference in San Diego, with Dr. Erik Mertens as the highlighted guest speaker. This participation – a reflection of our commitment to continuous innovation – emphasizes our ambition to always be at the forefront of advanced eye care.