Doc. Dr. Baráková, PhD is one of the most respected and experienced ophthalmic microsurgeons in the Czech Republic. With several decades of clinical, academic, and surgical experience, she is internationally recognised for her expertise in cataract and refractive surgery, including both intraocular and laser refractive procedures.

She is particularly renowned for her contribution to the surgical treatment of congenital cataracts, including the implantation of artificial intraocular lenses in very young children, a highly specialised and demanding area of ophthalmic surgery.

Areas of Expertise

  • Areas of Expertise
  • Cataract surgery (adult and congenital cataracts)
  • Implantation of intraocular lenses (including paediatric patients)
  • Refractive surgery (intraocular and laser procedures)
  • Ophthalmic microsurgery
  • Ultrasound diagnostics in ophthalmology
  • Surgical treatment of complex eye conditions
  • Ocular oncology diagnostics

Awards & Recognition

  • Repeatedly awarded by the Czech Society of Refractive and Cataract Surgery for tens of thousands of successfully performed cataract surgeries
  • 2016 – Awarded the Prof. MUDr. Jan Vanýsek, DrSc. Medal for outstanding contribution to cataract surgery and intraocular lens implantation in the Czech Republic

Education & Academic Titles

  • 1974–1980 – MD, Faculty of Hygiene, Charles University, Prague
  • 1988 – Board Certification (2nd Degree) in Ophthalmology
  • 2003 – Appointed Associate Professor (Docent) in Ophthalmology
  • 1985 – PhD (Candidate of Medical Sciences)
  • 1983 – Board Certification (1st Degree) in Ophthalmology

Professional Experience

  • 1980–1987 – Charles University, Faculty of Hygiene
  • Research Fellow, Senior Specialist, Scientific Researcher
  • 1987–2003 – Charles University (3rd Faculty of Medicine)
  • Assistant Professor → Associate Professor
  • 2003–2009 – Cornea Lexum s.r.o. – Head of Department
  • 2009–2013 – European Eye Clinic Lexum – Medical Director
  • 2004–present – Eye Clinic, 2nd Faculty of Medicine, Charles University & Motol University Hospital, Prague
  • 2013–2025 – Gemini Eye Clinic, Prague – Senior Surgeon & Head Physician
  • 2025–present – Gemini Eye Clinic, Prague – Senior Surgeon & Lead Physician

Why patients trust Doc. Dr. Baráková

Patients choose Dr. Baráková for her exceptional surgical experience, microsurgical precision, and pioneering role in Czech ophthalmology. Her career spans tens of thousands of successful procedures, leadership of major eye clinics, and decades of academic contribution, making her one of the most authoritative figures in eye surgery today.