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Dr. Christoph Kniestedt, MD

Cataract & Refractive Surgery Glaucoma Ophthalmology
Speaks
English

Pelikanstrasse 18, Zürich, Zürich 8001, Switzerland

+41 44 217 77 21 Verified profile October 2, 2026 Last updated
Dr. Christoph Kniestedt, MD, Cataract & Refractive Surgery, Zürich, Zürich
Cataract & Refractive Surgery

Overview

Prof. Christoph Kniestedt is an FMH ophthalmologist and ophthalmic surgeon who leads Talacker Augen Zentrum Zürich (tazz), where he has practised since 2007, and operates at Ambulante Augenchirurgie Zürich.

He studied and obtained his habilitation in Zurich, and was senior consultant at the University Hospital Zurich Eye Clinic from 2010 to 2015, heading its outpatient clinic. He has served as president of the Swiss Ophthalmological Society (SOG).

Prof. Kniestedt specialises in glaucoma diagnosis and surgery, intraocular pressure measurement and cataract surgery.

Languages
English
Gender
Male
Video visits
In person only

Expertise

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • Glaucoma surgery
  • Combined cataract and glaucoma surgery
  • Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery
  • Glaucoma monitoring

Conditions Treated

  • Primary open-angle glaucoma
  • Angle-closure glaucoma
  • Normal-tension glaucoma
  • Ocular hypertension
  • Pseudoexfoliation and pigmentary glaucoma
  • Secondary glaucoma
  • Cataract with glaucoma

Procedures Performed

  • Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT)
  • Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)
  • Trabeculectomy
  • Glaucoma tube shunt surgery
  • Laser peripheral iridotomy
  • Combined cataract and glaucoma surgery
  • Visual field and OCT testing

Credentials

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Insurance & Fees

Insurance cover differs by basic (KVG/LAMal) and supplementary plan. Contact the practice to confirm costs and whether a referral is needed before your visit.

Insurance networks change. Confirm coverage with your insurance company before your visit.

Location

Talacker Augen Zentrum Zürich (tazz)

Pelikanstrasse 18
Zürich, Zürich 8001
Switzerland
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Questions Patients Ask

How do I book an appointment with Dr. Christoph Kniestedt?

Call Talacker Augen Zentrum Zürich (tazz) at +41 44 217 77 21 to book or to ask about availability. Some specialists ask for a referral and recent eye records, and you should confirm insurance coverage when you call.

What should I bring to my first visit with Dr. Christoph Kniestedt?

Bring your photo ID and insurance card, a list of your medicines and eye drops, your current glasses or contact lenses, and any previous eye test results or imaging. Your eyes may be dilated, so plan for a driver if needed.

What does Dr. Christoph Kniestedt specialize in?

Dr. Christoph Kniestedt practices Cataract & Refractive Surgery, Glaucoma and Ophthalmology. Focus areas include Glaucoma surgery, Combined cataract and glaucoma surgery, Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery and Glaucoma monitoring.

Where does Dr. Christoph Kniestedt practice?

Dr. Christoph Kniestedt sees patients at Talacker Augen Zentrum Zürich (tazz), Pelikanstrasse 18, Zürich, Zürich 8001, Switzerland.

Is Dr. Christoph Kniestedt accepting new patients?

Dr. Christoph Kniestedt is seeing existing patients only right now.

What languages does Dr. Christoph Kniestedt speak?

Dr. Christoph Kniestedt speaks English.

About This Profile

  • Verified profile

    Verified profile. Details checked against Practice website, hospital or university profile, and public provider directories on October 2, 2026.

  • Last updated

Sources

  1. tazz profile
  2. NPI Registry (CMS) lookup

This profile is for general information. It is not medical advice. Confirm details such as insurance and office hours directly with the practice.

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