Prof. Dr. med. Stephan Michels, MD, MBA

Speaks
English

Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland

Verified profile October 2, 2026 Last updated
Prof. Dr. med. Stephan Michels, MD, MBA
Medical Retina & Macular Degeneration

Overview

Prof. Stephan Michels has headed Augenklinik Zürich West since 2018 and also sees patients at Michels Augenärzte am See in Feldmeilen. He is an adjunct professor (Titularprofessor) at the University of Zurich.

He was deputy chief physician at the Stadtspital Triemli eye clinic for nine years, where he led the macular disease department and the clinical study centre, after working as a senior physician at the Medical University of Vienna. He co-founded Ophthorobotics, which develops assisted systems for eye injections.

Prof. Michels treats macular degeneration and other retinal diseases, performs cataract and retinal surgery, and gives intravitreal anti-VEGF treatment.

Languages
English
Gender
Male
Video visits
In person only

Expertise

Focus Areas

  • Age-related macular degeneration
  • Diabetic macular edema
  • Uveitis
  • Retina clinical trials

Conditions Treated

  • Wet and dry age-related macular degeneration
  • Diabetic macular edema
  • Diabetic retinopathy
  • Uveitis
  • Retinal vein occlusion
  • Viral retinitis
  • Retinal detachment

Procedures Performed

  • Intravitreal anti-VEGF injections
  • Intravitreal steroid implants
  • Optical coherence tomography (OCT)
  • Retinal imaging and angiography
  • Vitreoretinal surgery
  • Clinical trial therapies

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

Augenklinik Zürich West

Primary office

Zürich, Zürich
Switzerland
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Michels Augenärzte am See

General-Wille-Strasse 84
Feldmeilen, Zürich 8706
Switzerland
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Questions Patients Ask

How do I book an appointment with Dr. Stephan Michels?

Contact Augenklinik Zürich West directly 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. Stephan Michels?

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 Prof. Dr. med. Stephan Michels specialize in?

Prof. Dr. med. Stephan Michels practices Medical Retina & Macular Degeneration, Ophthalmology and Vitreoretinal Surgery. Focus areas include Age-related macular degeneration, Diabetic macular edema, Uveitis and Retina clinical trials.

Where does Prof. Dr. med. Stephan Michels practice?

Prof. Dr. med. Stephan Michels sees patients at Augenklinik Zürich West, Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland. There is 1 more office location listed on this page.

What languages does Prof. Dr. med. Stephan Michels speak?

Prof. Dr. med. Stephan Michels speaks English.

About This Profile

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