Dr. Matías Iglicki, MD, PhD, FEBO, FICO
Docente Adscripto de Oftalmología, University of Buenos Aires
Dr. Matías Iglicki is an ophthalmologist and retina specialist in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with a long professional, surgical and academic career, dedicated to cataract surgery with premium intraocular lenses and vitreoretinal surgery. He is also a surgical instructor in cataract and refractive lens surgery, aimed at reducing dependence on glasses. Consultations are available in English.
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Cataract surgery with premium lenses
A cataract is the clouding of the eye’s natural lens. Surgery replaces it with an intraocular lens. It is performed by phacoemulsification through a micro-incision, as an outpatient procedure and usually under local anaesthesia.
Cataract surgery is also an opportunity to reduce dependence on glasses. The lens is chosen together with each patient, according to their eyes, lifestyle and expectations:
- Monofocal lenses: good vision at one distance, usually far.
- Toric lenses: also correct astigmatism.
- Extended depth of focus (EDOF) lenses: extend the range of vision to intermediate distance, useful for computer work and daily tasks.
- Trifocal lenses: designed for far, intermediate and near vision.
Not every lens suits every eye. The pre-operative visit includes measurements and imaging of the retina and macula before an option is recommended.
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Vitreoretinal surgery
The retina is Dr. Iglicki’s main area of expertise. He is Head of the Retina Section at the Ophthalmology Centre of the University of Buenos Aires (UBA) and Surgical Instructor in Retinal Surgery at UBA. Conditions treated include:
- Retinal detachment
- Macular hole and epiretinal membrane
- Advanced diabetic retinopathy and vitreous haemorrhage
- Secondary intraocular lens fixation in eyes without capsular support
The main technique is micro-incision vitrectomy. Sudden loss of vision, flashes, a sudden shower of floaters, or a shadow or “curtain” in your visual field need urgent assessment.
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Macular and retinal treatments
- Intravitreal injections (anti-VEGF agents and dexamethasone implant) for age-related macular degeneration, diabetic macular oedema and retinal vein occlusion.
- Retinal laser for retinal tears and diabetic retinopathy.
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General ophthalmology
Our team of ophthalmologists provides general consultations: vision checks, glasses, fundus examination, glaucoma follow-up, diabetic eye checks, contact lenses and children from 6 years of age. More about general ophthalmology →
Diagnostic technology on site
- Heidelberg Spectralis HRA+OCT: optical coherence tomography, autofluorescence and angiography.
- Optos Daytona: ultra-widefield retinal imaging.
Academic profile
- Head of the Retina Section, Ophthalmology Centre, University of Buenos Aires
- Surgical Instructor in Retinal Surgery, University of Buenos Aires
- Surgical Instructor in Cataract and Refractive Lens Surgery, including surgery to become independent of glasses
- Docente Adscripto de Oftalmología (teaching appointment in Ophthalmology), University of Buenos Aires
- President, International Retina Group (IRG)
- Associate Editor, Ophthalmologica
- Board member of EURETINA, Retina World Congress and the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS)
- Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the Consejo Argentino de Oftalmología
His research focuses on imaging biomarkers (OCT and OCTA) to personalise treatment of diabetic macular oedema and retinal vein occlusion, response to intravitreal therapy, and vitreoretinal surgical techniques. His work has been published in peer-reviewed journals including Ophthalmology (2018), Retina (2019, 2021 and 2026), PLoS ONE (2018), Eye (2023 and 2024) and Acta Diabetologica.
EURETINA 2026, Vienna
In the media
- Ophthalmology Times: interview on secondary IOL fixation and choosing between the Yamane and Gore-Tex techniques.
- Modern Retina: Retina World Congress 2026, on the case for earlier surgical intervention in diabetic macular oedema.
- Retinal Physician: Retina World Congress 2026, on ILM peeling in diabetic macular oedema.
Visiting the practice
Consultorio Oftalmológico Dr. Matías Iglicki
Aguirre 525, 3rd floor “A”, Villa Crespo, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 2:00 pm to 7:30 pm; Saturday, 10:00 am to 1:30 pm
Phone: +54 11 4856-2937
WhatsApp (surgery inquiries): +54 9 11 3493-5020
Email: contacto@iglickioftalmologia.com.ar
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Surgery inquiries (WhatsApp) Call +54 11 4856-2937 Email us
The information on this page is for guidance only and does not replace a medical consultation. Results of any surgery vary from patient to patient.