About Us

Dr. Ludger Hanneken is an ophthalmologist who specializes in refractive and cataract surgeries. He has established various medical clinics across Germany, Spain, and Andorra, demonstrating his expertise in advanced intraocular and refractive surgical techniques while practicing as a high-volume surgeon. 

He has advised ophthalmological and health information technology (HIT) firms on various projects and has presented extensively at international medical conferences, advocating for the importance of health IT and innovative surgical techniques. 

Unsatisfied with the current approaches to managing Dry Eye Disease, Dr. Hanneken has developed a comprehensive treatment strategy that has proven successful in clinical trials over the past few years. His personalized, multi-step approach to treating dry eye has led to significant improvements in patients' conditions. 

Additionally, Dr. Hanneken has created a treatment protocol for Tixel, a cutting-edge device that effectively addresses dry eye disease. This device has recently received FDA clearance for treating dry eye symptoms.

To further address the needs of dry eye patients, Dr. Hanneken founded Smart Dry Eyes, which provides specialized dry eye treatment centers in Berlin and Zürich. His vision is to create an infrastructure that facilitates co-management opportunities among opticians, optometrists, and ophthalmologists, ultimately improving the quality of life for the growing number of individuals affected by dry eye.