Doctor-medic Liliana-Iulia Bányai
Dear readers, dear patients,
As an ophthalmologist and founder of Bányai Neue Augen, my goal is to help you achieve a new quality of life through state-of-the-art medical care.
In my laser centers in Stuttgart and Karlsruhe as well as in my other centers for
Augenheilkunde in the Stuttgart area, I offer you the full spectrum of modern ophthalmology and refractive surgery. Professional expertise, innovative technology, and a personal atmosphere are a given for me.
“The eye is the window to the world – it is my job to help you see clearly again.”
I look forward to helping you on your journey toward a life without glasses!

Doctor-medic Liliana Bányai

My resume:
- 1995: Completed residency in ophthalmology at Katharinenhospital Stuttgart
- 1996: Establishment of the ophthalmology practice in Leonberg
- 2001: Completed training as a laser surgeon and was listed in the KRC registry of the German Ophthalmological Society
- 2002: Training as a surgeon in ocular microsurgery (cataracts)
- 2001–2009: Surgeon at the laser eye surgery chain Visumed (now Optical Express)
- 2007: Opening of a second practice in Ditzingen
- 2009: Opening of the Bányai Laser Eye Center
- 2012: Opening of another ophthalmology practice in Böblingen
- 2013: Opening of another ophthalmology practice in Weil der Stadt
- 2020: Opening of the new facility in Böblingen, featuring the company’s first in-house operating rooms
- 2020: Opening of the Surgical and Macular Diagnostics Center in its own surgical facilities in Leonberg
- 2021 Opening of an ophthalmology practice in Stuttgart Botnang
- 2022 Opening of an ophthalmology practice in Stuttgart-Feuerbach
- 2022 Opening of the Zeppelin-Carré Laser Eye Surgery and Surgical Center in Stuttgart
- 2024 Opening of the Karlsruhe Laser Eye Center
Key memberships:
- Member of BVA (Berufsverband der Augenärzte)
- Member of BDOC (Bundesverband Deutscher OphthalmoChirurgen)
- Member of ISCRS (The International Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery)
- Member of ASCRS (American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery)
About the Laser Centers in Stuttgart and Karlsruhe:

At the state-of-the-art laser eye surgery centers in Stuttgart’s Zeppelin-Carré and in Karlsruhe Dr. Liliana Bányai and her specialized medical team combine decades of experience with the latest technology.
Since opening in Stuttgart (2022) and Karlsruhe (2024), the centers for refractive surgery have been offering state-of-the-art laser procedures such as Femto LASIK, Smile PRO, and Presbyond® in convenient, central locations.
Dr. Bányai is a renowned high-volume surgeon with over 30 years of experience and more than 51,000 successful procedures to her credit, as well as 3,000 successful surgeries per year. A well-coordinated team of experienced ophthalmologists and staff ensures seamless, high-quality care.
Innovation and Technology: By utilizing state-of-the-art materials and surgical techniques, the team covers the entire spectrum of vision correction.
In Stuttgart and Karlsruhe, you benefit from the synergy of personal medical expertise and a practice structure that, through ongoing professional development and highly precise diagnostics, pursues a single goal: a life without glasses or contact lenses.
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How long should you wear sunglasses after laser eye surgery? Doctor-medic Bányai explains.
Laser eye surgery is known worldwide as a way to improve vision. After your surgery, you may wonder whether and for how long you will need to wear sunglasses. This blog post answers that question and provides all the necessary information about wearing sunglasses after laser eye surgery.

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How soon can you fly after laser eye surgery?
The prospect of being able to see clearly after treatment without glasses or contact lenses is exciting. Especially if you have travel plans immediately after laser eye surgery, it’s important to factor in the recovery process. In this blog post, we’ll explain how soon you can fly after laser eye surgery so you can plan…

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Laser treatment for short-sightedness: Health insurance does not cover the costs.
Laser eye surgery offers an effective way to permanently correct vision problems such as short-sightedness and eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses. However, statutory health insurers usually do not cover the cost of this treatment. This is because nearsightedness is generally regarded as a non-serious medical impairment and can be adequately corrected with…

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How much does laser treatment for short-sightedness cost?
In this post, we take a detailed look at the cost of laser treatment for short-sightedness and shed light on various aspects of pricing. Read on to learn more!

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Laser treatment for short-sightedness using SMILE® PRO
In today’s world of vision correction, the new SMILE® pro method is one of the most innovative techniques for correcting nearsightedness. Discover all the benefits of this method!

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For the first time in Stuttgart – SMILE® pro replaces ReLEx® SMILE
For the first time in Stuttgart, SMILE® pro laser eye surgery is being offered at Bányai Augenheilkunde — the further development of ReLEx SMILE®.

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How painful is laser eye surgery? Doctor-medic Bányai explains.
Depending on the eye laser method, patients experience mild to no pain during treatment. So there’s no need to be afraid of the procedure. For example, the particularly gentle SMILE® pro method is completely painless and involves a very short recovery time.

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Conjunctivitis — Ophthalmologist Bányai explains
Conjunctivitis, also known as inflammation of the conjunctiva, is a common eye condition that can affect children and adults. This mucous membrane covers and protects the visible white part of the eye (the sclera) and the inner surfaces of the eyelids. Read more now!

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Eyelid surgery – an overview of options
Cosmetic eyelid surgery removes excess skin, fat, and muscle tissue from the upper and/or lower eyelids to achieve a more radiant look. A cosmetic eyelid surgery, also called blepharoplasty, could be just the thing for you if you want your eyes to look more youthful and refreshed and to get rid of under-eye bags.

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How should I behave after laser eye surgery?
In the hours after laser eye surgery, you should rest. Protect your eyes and avoid reading or watching TV. Your eyes should have recovered from the procedure by the next day. This article explains how much rest you need after laser eye surgery and what to watch out for afterward.

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Up to how many diopters of long-sightedness can be corrected with laser treatment?
Whether laser eye surgery is suitable for treating farsightedness depends on several factors. In this article, you’ll learn what role the diopter value plays.

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How long does laser eye treatment for long-sightedness last? Doctor-medic Bányai explains
Laser treatment for long-sightedness is a proven method for doing without visual aids in everyday life. But how long does such a laser eye treatment last?

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Corneal Astigmatism – Everything You Need to Know
Corneal astigmatism often occurs alongside other vision problems, but it is a distinct refractive error. In this article, you will learn useful information about astigmatism.

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Corneal curvature: Doctor-medic Bányai explains the key values
Not all corneal curvatures are the same. Depending on the severity, different degrees of astigmatism can be measured — more information here!

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Astigmatism Test – Check Corneal Curvature Online
Are you unsure whether you have astigmatism? This free online astigmatism test can provide clarity.
