Stefan Pieh

Univ. Prof. Dr. Stefan Pieh is an Austrian ophthalmologist specializing in refractive and cataract surgery. He leads the Eye Refractive Surgery Center at Vienna Private Clinic. Dr. Pieh is an honorary member of both the ESCRS and ASCRS. He has performed thousands of vision correction procedures for myopia and hyperopia.

Specialization and Surgical Focus

Dr. Pieh focuses on corneal surgery and laser vision correction. He treats conditions like cataracts, keratoconus, and strabismus. The doctor achieves precision using excimer lasers and implantable lenses. He performs complex procedures including:

• LASIK and refractive laser surgery
• Cataract extraction with IOL replacement
• Corneal transplantation
• Lens-based vision correction
• Corneal Cross Linking (CCL) — a treatment that uses ultraviolet light and riboflavin to strengthen the cornea
• Laser trabeculoplasty — a procedure used to lower eye pressure in patients with glaucoma

Academic Leadership and Research

Prof. Dr. Pieh researches intraocular lens image quality. He teaches at the Medical University of Vienna to train future specialists. His research includes visual performance, corneal biomechanics, and refractive error correction. Dr. Pieh has authored scientific publications in international journals, and this work helps define standards for laser and lens surgery.

Professional Experience

• Current — Consultant, Wiener Privatklinik, Vienna
• 2010s — Head of the Department of Ophthalmology and Optometry, Medical University of Vienna
• 2000s — Specialist in refractive and cataract surgery, Vienna General Hospital
• 1998 — Commenced work at the cornea department, Vienna General Hospital

Education and Training

• 1990s — Medical Degree, University of Vienna, Austria
• 1990s — Residency in Ophthalmology and Optometry, Vienna General Hospital (AKH)

Professional Memberships

• Honorary Member, European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Honorary Member, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS)