Discover the HPA institute: the Algarve's reference centre for ophthalmology

The HPA Institute, located in Montenegro, offers the best technology in highly specialised areas such as the Advanced Ophthalmology Center and the Specialised Dermatology Center, with qualified professionals specialised in the different subareas of activity, in fully renovated facilities adapted to provide the best service.

In an increasingly digital world that is demanding regarding eye health, ophthalmology stands out not only for its clinical importance but also for the technological advances that accompany it. Thanks to the continuous development of surgical techniques, imaging tests, and precision equipment, modern ophthalmology offers faster diagnoses, less invasive treatments, and increasingly effective results.

The specialty is made up of several subspecialties, which deepen the care of the visual system at all stages of life. At the HPA Institute, we provide you with ophthalmology, which monitors visual development from the first months of life, being essential for the early diagnosis of problems such as strabismus and amblyopia, specialised consultations for the retina and vitreous, where we treat diseases such as diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration, common and potentially blinding pathologies, especially in the elderly.

Another vital area is refractive surgery, which corrects refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, and presbyopia. Thanks to the use of state-of-the-art lasers, it is possible to reshape the cornea with millimetric precision, offering independence from glasses to many patients. Cataracts, one of the most common causes of reversible blindness, can now also be treated with modern techniques such as phacoemulsification with implantation of multifocal and toric intraocular lenses, which not only restore vision but also correct refractive distortions.

At the HPA Institute, we also make a significant investment in terms of diagnostic imaging tests, with exams such as optical coherence tomography (OCT), which allows a detailed analysis of the retina and optic nerve, essential for the early diagnosis of diseases such as glaucoma. This, in turn, is treated with eye drops, laser, and, in advanced cases, with minimally invasive surgeries, known as MIGS – Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery, which increase safety and reduce recovery time.

Another prominent subspecialty is ocular plastic surgery, which combines aesthetics and function in the treatment of eyelid, orbital, and lacrimal alterations. Neuro-ophthalmology deals with visual problems related to the central nervous system, such as optic neuropathies and ocular motility disorders, requiring a multidisciplinary approach.

Our ophthalmology offices are true high-tech centres. Examinations such as corneal topography, specular microscopy, aberrometry, and pachymetry complement the clinical evaluation, providing detailed and personalised data for each patient. Artificial intelligence is also beginning to be integrated into practice, helping in the early detection of diseases with the use of algorithms applied to retinal images.

More than just treating, the role of ophthalmology is to preserve and restore vision – one of the most precious senses of human beings. Investing in regular check-ups, preventive exams, and following the ophthalmologist's instructions are fundamental attitudes to guarantee a life with visual quality. The specialty, with its wide range of activities and constant technological evolution, is an example of how medicine can combine precision, innovation, and human care.

Meet our professionals and our range of exams, treatments, and surgeries at www.grupohpa.com/en/medical-specialties/ophthalmology/