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Ms Nikolina Budimlija

Geverifieerd Oogheelkunde Butlerstown, Waterford

Ms Nikolina Budimlija

9 jaar ervaring 5.0 (25 geverifieerde recensies)

2,221+
Patients seen
9
Years in practice
9
Publications
3
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Ms Nikolina Budimlija at a glance

Ms Nikolina Budimlija is an Oogheelkunde practitioner based in Butlerstown, Waterford, Ierland, practising at University College Cork (UCC) Teaching Hospital. They have 21+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at University College Cork (UCC) (MD, 2013). Serves patients in Butlerstown, Waterford, Ierland and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

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Ms. Nikolina Budimlija is a Consultant Ophthalmologist and Ocular Surface Specialist practising at IOES Waterford and IOES Kildare. With nearly 20 years of experience in ophthalmology, Nikolina has become a dedicated expert in Ocular Surface Diseases, initiating Ireland's first dedicated Ocular Surface Disease clinic at IOES. She is a well recognised surgeon performing functional and aesthetic eye lid procedures, with special interest in blepharoplasty. 

Throughout her career, Nikolina has been actively involved in various eye health organisations, including the European Society of Cornea & Ocular Surface Disease Specialists (EuCornea), Irish College of Ophthalmologists, Croatian Ophthalmological Society, and the European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS). She has also developed a highly successful intense pulsed light service at IOES, utilising top-tier systems.

Passionate about education and awareness, Nikolina extends her expertise beyond the clinic by making appearances on Irish television and radio to share insights about Ocular Surface Disease. She also actively participates in medical conferences worldwide.

Nikolina graduated from the School of Medicine, University of Zagreb, and later earned a master's in health management. She has held various roles in ophthalmology, including serving as an investigator at a screening database for diabetic retinopathy (DriDB) and as a medical associate at the Glaucoma Reference Center, Croatian Ministry of Health. Before joining IOES, she worked as a lead consultant at a Health Centre in Zagreb and later as a consultant in private practice in Bray, Co. Wicklow, Ireland.

Nikolina is a proud member of the Tear Film & Ocular Surface Society (TFOS), EuCornea, Irish College of Ophthalmologists, Croatian Ophthalmological Society, and ESCRS, reflecting her dedication to advancing eye health and patient care.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Ms Nikolina Budimlija

Opleiding & training

  1. 2007–2013 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    University College Cork (UCC), Butlerstown, Waterford (IE)
  2. 2013–2017 Residency · Oogheelkunde
    University College Cork (UCC), Butlerstown, Waterford (IE)

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2017-09–2018-08 Junior consultant
    University College Cork (UCC) Teaching Hospital — Oogheelkunde

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

IE — Medical Council of Ireland
#IE-236988 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of Oogheelkunde
#EB-59116FD2 · issued 2018 · renewal 2028
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: AXA Healthcare Liability · 3,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
GP consultation 99213 1,815
Annual physical exam 99395 905
Vaccination administration 90471 1,185
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 3,022

Diensten & prijzen

DienstDuurModaliteitPrijs
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 30 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

Nikolina Budimlija
HEADSHOT
Nikolina Budimlija in consultation
IN OFFICE
Nikolina Budimlija with the team
WITH TEAM
Nikolina Budimlija at a conference
CONFERENCE

Video's

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Meet Nikolina Budimlija

Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 20 · i10: 11

  1. Long-term follow-up of Oogheelkunde across IE
    Nikolina Budimlija, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.2345/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 37402346 · geciteerd door 159
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Oogheelkunde
    Nikolina Budimlija, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5038/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 35602082 · geciteerd door 125
  3. Long-term follow-up of Oogheelkunde across IE
    Nikolina Budimlija, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3372/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 37986863 · geciteerd door 19
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Oogheelkunde
    Nikolina Budimlija, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.9800/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 39500698 · geciteerd door 25

Uitgenodigde lezingen

  • Practical updates in Oogheelkunde European Annual Congress (Oogheelkunde) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Oogheelkunde National Society Meeting · Butlerstown, Waterford · 2023 · oral abstract

Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen

Onderscheidingen

  • 🏆 Top-rated Oogheelkunde — Butlerstown, Waterford · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

Lidmaatschappen

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2018
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2018
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2018

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to Oogheelkunde 2026-03-25 · 4 min lezen
  • Awareness When should you see a oogheelkunde? 2026-01-10 · 6 min lezen

Voor internationale patiënten

Coördinator
Patient liaison · nikolina.budimlija@euroclinics.example
Geaccepteerde internationale verzekeringen
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Locatie

1 tag

Patiëntbeoordelingen

25 geverifieerde recensies
5.00
★★★★★
25 recensies
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.8
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
99.0
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Recente recensies

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Ms Nikolina Budimlija's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Ms Nikolina Budimlija treats, with the size of the national pool of Ierland doctors offering the same care.

Oogheelkunde

Eye care including refractive surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease and paediatric vision.

Ms Nikolina Budimlija is one of 145 oogheelkunde doctors indexed in Ierland. Browse oogheelkunde doctors in Ierland →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Butlerstown, Waterford matters

Medical practice in Ierland is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Ierland medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Butlerstown, Waterford carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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  • What does Nikolina Budimlija specialise in?

    Nikolina Budimlija specialises in Oogheelkunde in Butlerstown, Waterford, IE. 21 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Nikolina Budimlija treat?

    Nikolina Budimlija treats conditions within Oogheelkunde. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Nikolina Budimlija practise?

    Nikolina Budimlija practises in Butlerstown, Waterford, IE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Nikolina Budimlija speak?

    Nikolina Budimlija speaks English, Croatian, Italian.

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  • What do patients say about Nikolina Budimlija?

    Nikolina Budimlija has a verified rating of 5/5 from 25 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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