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Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Cataract treatment in India 2024

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Cataract Treatment Overview in India

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  • Receive VIP transfer from the airport to your hotel/clinic.
  • Complete necessary medical and personal paperwork.
  • Check-in to your hotel or clinic room.
  • Language assistance is provided if necessary.

Diagnostics

  • Eye examination will be conducted by an ophthalmologist.
  • Autorefractometry will be performed to measure refractive errors.
  • Slit lamp examination of the eye will be carried out.

Treatment Plan Development

  • Doctor will discuss and develop a personalized treatment plan.
  • Explanation of risks, benefits, and alternatives will take place.
  • Preparation for surgery or other treatment will begin.

Treatment

  • Outpatient cataract surgery will be performed under local anesthesia.
  • A small incision will be made to remove the cloudy lens.
  • An artificial lens will be inserted in the individual chamber.

Follow-up

  • Overnight stay at the clinic may be required for observation.
  • Follow-up appointments will be scheduled with the ophthalmologist.

Rehabilitation

  • Prescribed eye drops will be administered to aid recovery.
  • Avoid strenuous activities and protect eyes from sunlight.

Only a doctor can determine a definitive diagnostic and treatment plan, as each case is individual. Additional treatment and diagnostic options such as corneal topography, tonometry, or photorefractive keratectomy may also be applied based on the patient"s condition.

What's the Cost of Cataract Diagnostic and Treatment Procedures in India? Find Out Now

updated 4/14/2024
The average price for Cataract diagnostic and treatment in India is $2358, the minimum price is $80, and the maximum price is $5000.
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Ultrasound of the eye -from $380 -
Cataract surgery (both eyes) -from $4500 -
Cataract surgery (one eye) from $5300 from $2500 from $2950
Cataract surgery with IOL replacement -from $2900 -
Coagulogram ---
Consultation with an ophthalmologist -from $40 -
ECG -from $5 -
Extended analysis of blood from $250 from $15 -
Femtosecond laser -from $1100 -
OCT (Optical coherence tomography) -from $110 -
Ophthalmological investigation -from $130 -
Slit lamp examination -from $40 -
Vitrectomy -from $3000 from $3500
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Artemis Hospitals
India, Gurgaon
4.4
Good
• 18 reviews

Artemis eye surgeons treat cataract with Extracapsular Cataract Extraction (ECCE) or Phacoemulsification surgeries. Phacoemulsification is minimally invasive surgery. The healing process after the operation is fast.

Artemis ophthalmologists perform phacoemulsification under topical anesthesia. The procedure is painless. No stitches remain after the surgery.

Hospitalization after the surgery is not required. A patient should use the eye drops for 4-6 weeks after the surgery. Bandages, green shades, and dark glasses are not needed to wear after the phacoemulsification.

Artemis Hospital is one of the clinics to provide the most affordable cataract surgery cost in India. The price is 2-3 times lower than in European medical centers.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for Artemis Hospitals
Indian National Hospital Accreditation Board certificate for Artemis Hospitals
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Artemis Hospitals
Хан • Feb 11, 2020
I flew twice, the first time for an examination, the second time for an operation (removal of the yolk bladder) and both times went to Bookimed, I was pleased with the results of both the clinic and bookimed, I wish you success in hard work, more positive and, of course, good health! Thanks you
4.4
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Manipal Hospitals
Highest-Rated Clinic for Cataract Treatment
India, Bengaluru
4.7
Excellent
• 3 reviews

Manipal Hospitals represent Clinical Unit of private Indian company Manipal Education & Medical Group (MEMG), one of the leading healthcare centers in India with more than fifty years of experience in the field of medical care. Today, Manipal Hospitals is the third largest health care provider in India offering comprehensive medical care. Manipal Group includes 15 hospitals and 3 clinics, located in six states of the country, as well as in Nigeria and Malaysia. The network of Manipal Hospitals annually serves about 2,000,000 patients from India and abroad.

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International Organization for Standardization certificate for Manipal Hospitals
Indian National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories certificate for Manipal Hospitals
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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Manipal Hospitals
Андрей Павлович • Dec 18, 2018
Was on vacation in the state of Goa. Before the trip, he performed an operation to remove prostate adenoma, according to the results of a biopsy, he found signs of adenocarcinoma. In order to have different opinions, the doctors decided to consult with a local oncourologist from Manipal hospital. Ostap Bondarenko from Bookimed arranged for me to see a doctor. Before that, he attempted to contact the hospital on his own, but they did not respond.  Everything is well organized there. I like it. All questions discussed. Translator Svetlana first discussed everything with me and clarified the terminology. And then at the reception everything is available to the doctor translated my questions and his advice to me.  The doctor is very competent and explained to me all possible treatment options and the necessary research.
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Centre For Sight
India, Delhi
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  • Established in 1996, Centre for Sight is a leading eye care provider in India. Since its inception, Centre for Sight has been guided by patient centric values of efficiency, precision, compassion and integrity.
  • Centre for Sight won the prestigious Frost & Sullivan award as the Eye care provider company of the year 2010 & 2014, an affirmation of its values. Centre for Sight was awarded the prestigious FICCI Healthcare Excellence award for Operational Excellence in 2012.
  • ET Now Leaders of tomorrow national award for Business Excellence in 2014. Awarded “Best Single Specialty Hospital Chain 2016” at Business world 3rd Healthcare Summit & Awards. Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev, chairman & MD CFS group of hospitals receives lifetime achievement Award at Times Health achiever Delhi NCR 2017.
  • Also the hospital was awarded best single specialty hospital in the same conclave. These awards are recognition of our committed efforts to make eye care a super specialty in India.
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Fortis Hospital
India, Noida
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Fortis Hospital, Noida is a premier state-of-the-art facility with over 236 beds including 12 operation theatres. The hospital is known for its excellence in oncology, orthopedics, neuroscience, liver transplant, kidney transplant, cardiac sciences, and emergency trauma care services. It has a renowned Neurosciences and Orthopaedics department, as well as successful Kidney and Liver Transplant Programmes. With a focus on patient care, the hospital offers comprehensive and superior cardiac care. It is NABH accredited and prides itself on its commitment to patient welfare and quality healthcare.

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Fortis Memorial Research Institute
  1. Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurgaon, is a multi-super specialty, quaternary care hospital with an enviable international faculty, reputed clinicians, including super-sub-specialists and specialty nurses, supported by cutting-edge technology.
  2. A premium, referral hospital, it endeavors to be the 'Mecca of Healthcare' for Asia Pacific and beyond.
  3. Set on a spacious 11-acre campus with 1000 beds, this 'Next Generation Hospital' is built on the foundation of 'Trust' and rests on the four strong pillars Talent, Technology, Infrastructure and Service.
  4. Fortis Hospital, Gurgaon has undergone a thorough on-site review of the quality and safety of care being provided and is committed to continuously meeting rigorous international standards.
  5. Unmatched in the field of Neurosciences, Oncology, Renal Sciences, Orthopedics, Cardiac Sciences and Obstetrics And Gynecology, Fortis Hospital, Gurugram has cemented its position as one of the top hospital in Gurgaon leveraging advanced technology and top clinicians to deliver the very best in healthcare.
  6. Fortis Memorial Research institute is a flagship hospital of Fortis Healthcare, one of the top healthcare providers in the country.
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Max Healthcare Saket
India, Delhi
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  1. Max Super Speciality Hospital is one of the topmost multi-specialty hospital in capital city Delhi.
  2. The hospital is having more than 500+ bedded facility offers treatment across all medical disciplines.
  3. Expert doctors of Max Hospital have treated more than 34+ lakh patients across all major specialties.
  4. This hospital is equipped with state-of-art 1.5 Tesla MRI machine and a 64 Slice CT Angio.
  5. It also has Asia's first Brain SUITE- an advanced Neurosurgical operation theatre, which allows MRI to be taken while surgery.
  6. Hospital also won a prestigious award by the Association of Healthcare Providers of India (AHPI)
  7. FICCI awarded Max Super Specialty Hospital, Saket with the Award for Operational in Healthcare Delivery on 7 September 2010.

Key Highlights

  1. A Specialised Dialysis Unit Conforms with international standards.
  2. Haemodialysis for patients with end-stage kidney disease/requiring renal replacement therapy

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Jaypee Hospital
India, Noida
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The Jaypee Hospital is a world-class healthcare facility located in Noida, India. With a focus on patient-centered care, evidence-based medicine, ethical treatment, and value for money, the clinic is committed to providing high-quality and affordable medical care. The hospital boasts a range of state-of-the-art infrastructure, including 525 beds, 150 critical care beds, advanced neonatal ICU, dialysis unit, modular operating theaters, cardiac catheterization lab, MRI, CT scans, PET CT, robotic surgery, and more.

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Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
India, Gurgaon
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  • Artemis Hospital, established in 2007, spread across 9 acres, is a 400 plus bed; state-of-the-art multi-specialty hospital located in Gurgaon, India.
  • Artemis Hospital is the first JCI and NABH accredited hospital in Gurgaon.
  • Designed as one of the most advanced in India, Artemis provides a depth of expertise in the spectrum of advanced medical & surgical interventions, comprehensive mix of inpatient and outpatient services.
  • Artemis has put modern technology in the hands of renowned from across the country and abroad to set new standards in healthcare.
  • The medical practices and procedures followed in the hospital are research oriented and bench marked against the best in the world.
  • Top-notch services, in a warm, open centric environment, clubbed with affordability, has made us one of the most revered hospitals in the country.
  • In 2011 it received the 'Asia Pacific Hand Hygiene Excellence Award' by WHO.
  • Along with state-of-the-art infrastructure, the hospital excels in the fields of cardiology, CTVS Surgery, neurology, neurosurgery, Neuro interventional, oncology, Surgical Oncology, orthopedics , Spine Surgery, Organ Transplants, General Surgery ,emergency care &Women & child care
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BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital

BLK Super Speciality Hospital is one of the largest tertiary care private hospitals in the country. With a capacity of 650 beds and state-of-the-art technology, the hospital offers world-class healthcare to all patients. Services include a wide range of specialties such as General Surgery, Ophthalmology, ENT, Dentistry, Pulmonology, Intensive Care, Orthopedics, and more. The hospital has a strong focus on patient safety and comfort, with well-equipped operation theatres, critical care units, and specialized birthing suites. Additionally, the hospital is equipped with advanced electronic security systems, a paper-less healthcare system, and a dedicated Building Management System. BLK Super Speciality Hospital is committed to providing the best healthcare and has consistently ranked amongst the top multi-specialty hospitals in Delhi NCR.

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The Sight Avenue
India, Delhi
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  • With advanced diagnostic services and sophisticated ophthalmic surgical setup, The Sight Avenue Hospital offers the patients with world-class quality services. Our set up is the best in Delhi NCR as well as the entire northeast.
  • With the help of experienced and dedicated ophthalmologists and eye surgeons of the Delhi region, The Sight Avenue caters super specialty eye treatments and surgeries.
  • Starting from the minor procedures to the major eye complications, we are the one-stop solution for everything related to eye health.
  • The premium services and the hassle-free payment options ensure a smooth and comfortable experience. We also offer easy EMI benefits along with a huge empanelment of cashless benefit providers.
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Global Hospital Chennai
India, Chennai
3.9
Good
• 7 reviews

Global Medical Center is among the best eye hospitals in India for cataract surgery. The Clinic specializes in improving vision with the latest methods and technologies in eye care.

Eye doctors of Global Hospital provide phacoemulsification and IOL replacement for cataract treatment. It is the most common method of cataract surgeries. The procedure is minimally invasive and safe. 100% of cataract surgeries are without complications.

Global Hospital offers one of the most affordable cataract surgery prices among the Indian providers. The price includes consultation with an ophthalmologist, preparation for the surgery, the operation, postoperative examination, and medications. Hospitalization (if needed) is also included in the bill.

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Indian National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories certificate for Global Hospital Chennai
Indian National Hospital Accreditation Board certificate for Global Hospital Chennai
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Global Hospital Chennai
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Global Hospital Chennai
Barno • Aug 12, 2019
Thanks for the help in organizing the trip and the treatment, they send me an answer for analyzes for a little while
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BLK Super Speciality Hospital
India, Delhi
4.5
Excellent
• 32 reviews

BLK Hospital is one of the largest private clinics and is ranked among top 10 Multi Super Specialty Hospitals in Delhi. The Hospital specializes in bone marrow transplant, cancer treatment, bariatric surgery and cardiology. BLK Hospital monitors innovations and uses the analogues of modern diagnostic and therapeutic equipment of the best European hospitals.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for BLK Super Speciality Hospital
Indian National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories certificate for BLK Super Speciality Hospital
Kurbon • Dec 3, 2019
BLK has been equipped with modern equipment to arrange all the necessary services and comfort for patients. Doctors are highly qualified. In order to reduce the term of interruption, I propose taking control of registered patients for the reasons for their delay, improving transfers by profession, I was in three local wards, I was in good condition. Thanks to him for the quality operation. I consulted here with cardiologist Ajay Cole, neurologist Rajiv Anand, pulmologist Sanda Ep Nayar and others are all called to give Health Well done. In order to prevent "financial games, I suggest that the head of BLK advertise about his clinic, its services, medical services and conditions, prices of operations through national television of various countries or in the field to create representative offices. I am pleased that I contacted such objective and successful organizations as Bookimed and best wishes Patient from Uzbekistan Kurbon Eshmirzaev.
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Apollo Hospital Indraprastha
India, Delhi
4.1
Good
• 9 reviews

Apollo Hospitals is the largest medical network in the South Asia - 64 hospitals in 9 countries. It has the best diagnostic laboratory in India and the biggest Transplantation Center after the USA. Clinics of Apollo accept over 1,000,000 patients from different countries annually. Reasonable prices, state-of-the-art equipment and well-developed infrastructure make Apollo popular worldwide.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for Apollo Hospital Indraprastha
The Week magazine ranking certificate for Apollo Hospital Indraprastha
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Apollo Hospital Indraprastha
Danga • Dec 16, 2020
I want to thank Dr.Murtada, because he’s the one who arrange it with the hospital. he was with us the whole way asking if we need anything, if everything is OK and I keep asking him a question too but he doesn’t get tired he googled and answer or he calls them straight to figure out the situation. At first me doing it by myself make me tired of emailing all of the hospital in India but after I contact Bookimed he finish everything that it takes me three weeks to due in 2days.The hospital was good to us, they arrange driver named Manpreet Singh that can speak English and take us everywhere we ask am and help us travel popular places, he is the best. I want to thank Karan Kumar for being with us until the end he is the one who take care of everything in the hospital for us and outside of the hospital too. The nurse are nice and the food is very good and my mom surgery went very good by Dr. Anoop k Ganjoo, he is really good doctor. I will recommend you changing your dollar to rupees before going to India.
4.1
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Fortis Gurgaon
India, Gurgaon
New

Fortis ophthalmologists perform cataract surgery to improve the vision and return to the daily routine in the short period.

An ophthalmologist develops an individual treatment plan according to the diagnostics results. The examination includes ultrasound test to measure the eye’s size and shape. Before the surgery, a patient should use eye drops to reduce infection risks.

Eye specialists of the Hospital carry out phacoemulsification with IOL (intraocular lenses) replacement or extracapsular extraction. The vision improvement is noticed in a few days after the surgery. A patient sees a doctor in 2 days. In 8 weeks a patient completely recovers.

Fortis Hospital is among the best medical centers to provide cataract surgery cost in India 40-100% cheaper than in Europe.

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World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Fortis Gurgaon
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Medanta Hospital
India, Gurgaon
5
Excellent
• 2 reviews

Medanta Institute is a large medical complex, which not only offers treatment in all areas of health, but  also have a research center. Director and founder of the Institute is the world famous cardiac surgeon, Dr. Naresh Trehan.

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Indian National Hospital Accreditation Board certificate for Medanta Hospital
Андрей дмитриенко • Dec 22, 2017
Within 10 days the price of examination and treatment was coordinated, the driver met the driver at the airport to the hotel, in the morning the messenger from Medanty took him to the hospital, he was met by an interpreter in the hospital, escorted from testing to a doctor's visit, very pleasantly you do not feel discomfort from being in the country you do not know at all, after buying the medications that I needed, the translator helped with the transfer to the airport, the car was presented by the hospital, thank you for the quick organization of my trip, the bukimed coordinator was constantly on contact and.
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Aster CMI Hospital
India, Bengaluru
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Aster CMI Hospital is a multidisciplinary clinic which belongs to Aster DM Healthcare. The medical network includes 320 clinics in 9 countries. Aster CMI Hospital in Bangalore is one of the most advanced Indian hospitals. The Clinic is equipped with latest technologies and has 500 beds for accommodation. Aster Clinic takes the leading positions in the world in performing organ transplants using robotic surgery and 3D printing.

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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Aster CMI Hospital
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Global Hospital Mumbai
India, Mumbai
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Global Hospital Mumbai is a private multidisciplinary clinic in India. The hospital is a part of Gleneagles Global Hospitals Group.

The hospital specializes in robotic surgery, gastroenterology, orthopedics, bariatrics (treatment of obesity), and organ transplants.

Global Hospital Mumbai is the 1st facility in the world to transplant the liver simultaneously with the surgical treatment of spinal tuberculosis, and the 1st to perform the combined kidney-liver transplant in Western India.

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Indian National Hospital Accreditation Board certificate for Global Hospital Mumbai
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BGS Gleneagles Global Hospital
India, Bengaluru
5
Excellent
• 6 reviews

BGS Global Hospital is a private multidisciplinary hospital in Bangalore, India, specialized in oncology, neurosurgery, and hepatology. For cancer treatment, this hospital uses the last version of radiotherapy equipment, such as TrueBeam STx that accurately irradiates a tumor even in hard-to-reach areas.

Annually, Global Hospital Bengaluru gives treatment for over 53,000 patients. Doctors of this hospital have performed more than 30,000 operations.

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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for BGS Gleneagles Global Hospital
Наталья • Jan 1, 2018
Everything was at the highest level, happy, thank you all, stay at the clinic for 5 plus
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Manipal Goa Hospital
India, Panaji
4.7
Excellent
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Goa Manipal Hospital is the largest medical center of the western Indian coast. Manipal Goa specializes in oncology, neurology, neurosurgery, health checkup, orthopedics, and laparoscopy (minimally invasive surgery).

This hospital is the 1st private facility in the state to get certification for world-class standards of treatment.

IBM Watson, a computer program for choosing the most effective treatment method for cancer patients, is available in Goa Manipal Hospital.

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Indian National Hospital Accreditation Board certificate for Manipal Goa Hospital
Нина • Jan 3, 2020
I was approached in December 2019 regarding the treatment of hepatitis C by my mother. I liked everything from the escort on the record, when the doctor coordinator picked up Tatyana took the tests and helped with translating them into English, and clarified the convenient time for making an appointment, do we have tickets, have the hotel and transfer booked and will I need help. Then Olga from the Care Department agreed on a time for us. The only minus is that they didn’t provide information on the cost of transfer to the hospital, wrote that a request would be made to the clinic and most often gg was free, but in the end it turned out to be paid and in the direction back 2.5 times more expensive, but this is rather a question to directly to the hospital. On the spot, they were satisfied with the work of the Indian doctor and Russian-speaking specialist Svetlana, who accompanied the transfer during the appointment, conducted her mother to the doctor’s appointment and tests, and helped to get the medicine at the pharmacy. The required amount for the entire course was not available, so Svetlana offered to deliver to the hotel in person. The prices and quality of services pleased, the doctor’s appointment 900 rupees, taken tests (4 blood tests) about 4,000 rupees. Sofosbuvir + Velpatosvir cost 53,000 rupees per course. Thanks to everyone for the excellent work, we recommend using the services, but if necessary, it is better, of course, not to get sick at all. Health to all!
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Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre

Dr. Rela Hospital is a multidisciplinary medical facility in Chennai, India. Dr. Mohamed Rela, a founder of the hospital, is listed in The Guinness Book of Records for liver transplant in a 5-day baby.

Liver Transplant, Oncology, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, and Gastroenterology are key specialties here.

Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre is a new facility, equipped with the latest devices for diagnostics and treatment. Among them MRI, CT, PET-CT, Da Vinci robotic system, linear accelerators for tumor irradiation with up to 1 mm accuracy.

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Get a Medical Assessment for Cataract Treatment in India: Select Your Expert from 7 Experienced Doctors

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Updated: 8/29/2023
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FAQ about Cataract Treatment in India

What is cataract?

Cataract is a clouding of the lens which causes the vision loss and even blindness. The disease can affect one or both eyes. Cataract is the most common eye disease in people over 40.

Cataract causes 51% of world blindness. Over 20 million people over the world have cataract.

Surgery is the ONLY option for cataract treatment.

Cataract surgery is the procedure of clouded lens removal and the further replacement with the artificial one.

What are the cataract types?

Subcapsular cataract

Occurs at the back of the lens. People with diabetes are at the risk of this type cataract development due to taking the steroid drugs.

Nuclear cataract

Develops in the central part (nucleus) of the lens. Usually, seniors face this type of cataract.

Cortical cataract

Occurs in the lens cortex, the part that surrounds the nucleus.

What are the signs and symptoms of cataract?

If you notice some of these symptoms, visit an ophthalmologist immediately:

  • your vision has become cloudy and blurred
  • light from the lamp or sun seem too bright
  • colors around have become too dim
  • your eyes are out of focus.

How to detect cataract?

If you suspect having the cataract, consult with an eye doctor. Only after the complete examination, an ophthalmologist can confirm a diagnosis.

Cataract diagnostics usually includes standard eye tests such as:

  • visometry (the visual acuity test)
  • perimetry (the visual fields examination)
  • tonometry (the intraocular pressure measurement)
  • ophthalmoscopy (the eye fundus test).

How is cataract treated?

The indication for cataract surgery is the vision loss, which affects the person’s quality of life and causes the discomfort.

Phacoemulsification (Phaco) is the most common method for cataract surgery. During the operation, an eye surgeon makes a small incision on the eye surface and removes the damaged lens pieces with the suction device.

Phaco is a minimally invasive surgery. It means that the healing process after the operation is fast.

When the lens is extracted, an ophthalmologist carries out the intraocular lens (IOL) replacement. Instead of the natural lens, a surgeon implants the artificial IOL.

The intraocular lens is made of the plastic, acrylic, or silicone. A doctor determines the type of IOLs material due to the patient’s individual characteristics. The artificial implant is inserted via the incision made during phacoemulsification.

98% is a success rate of cataract operations. After the IOL replacement, an ophthalmologist changes the existing glass or lens prescriptions.

The surgery lasts for 1 hour. A patient is under local anesthesia during the procedure. In the most medical centers, phaco is performed on the outpatient basis. Hospitalization is not required, and a patient returns home immediately.

How much is a cataract operation?

Laser cataract surgery cost depends on the number of factors:

  • Cataract surgery charges. The surgery price varies in different medical centers. The standard bill usually includes the preparation for the procedure, cataract surgery, and postoperative examination.

Some hospitals include accommodation and meals to cataract removal cost. Consultation with an ophthalmologist can be included in the bill in some clinics, but the diagnostics is not contained to cataract eye surgery cost.

  • Geographical location of a clinic. Cataract removal cost differs from country to country. It is determined according to the economic development and the price policy within a state.
  • Experience and reputation of an eye surgeon. The cataract treatment by a highly-experienced ophthalmologist is more expensive. Usually, eye specialists undergo the international training that also affects the price of the surgery.
  • Status of a medical center. In the private clinics, cataract surgery cost is higher than in the state ones. Medical tourists over the world choose the private hospitals due to the high level of medical services and safety. The private clinics usually provide cataract surgery cost without insurance.
  • Additional services. Most of the medical facilities worldwide offer the international patients some benefits. The transfer to/from an airport, hotel booking, car rental, translation services are available in the clinics. But such benefits are not included in cataract eye surgery cost.

Top-5 countries for cataract surgery

India

The private medical institutions in this country provide the high-quality and safe healthcare services at the affordable prices. India offers the cheapest cataract surgery in the world. The cost for the operation is 40-100% lower than in European countries, but the quality is on the same level.

Producing generics (analogs to the expensive drugs) is the significant advantage of Indian clinics. In India, the medications are 10-17 times cheaper in comparison with states of Europe, Israel, the USA.

Thailand

Thai medical centers provide cataract surgery packages. It helps to save up to 70% of the money. Usually, the packages include transfer to/from an airport, preparation for the surgery, cataract operation, postoperative examination, and medications.

Laser cataract surgery cost is 35-70% lower in Thailand than in European countries, the USA, or Australia.

Medical tourists choose treatment in Thailand due to the high development of healthcare system, safety, and affordable prices. The most Thai hospitals look like the luxury resorts. Patients may combine cataract treatment with the vacation.

Turkey

Ophthalmology is one of the leading specialties in Turkey. 21.5% of all ophthalmological procedures are cataract operations.

Turkish eye doctors have the vast experience and qualification. Over 150,000 medical tourists choose Turkey for treatment due to the high quality of services.

Turkey is one of the best places for the cheap cataract operation. The price is lower up to 50% in comparison with Germany or Israel. Laser cataract surgery cost usually includes preoperative period, the surgery, examination after the procedure. Some hospitals provide patients with accommodation and meals.

Ukraine

The lowest laser cataract surgery cost in Europe is performed in Ukraine. Eye doctors cooperate with their European colleagues. It gives them an opportunity to apply the most innovative treatment methods and equipment.

Cataract surgery price in Ukraine is 50-60% lower than in Germany. The bill usually includes pre- and postoperative examination, cataract surgery, and drugs used during the operation.

Germany

Germany is considered the best country in Europe to provide ophthalmologic treatment due to the high quality of services, medications, and equipment. German eye surgeons are included in the top list of ophthalmologists worldwide.

Germany is highly developed country with a high-income economy. Over 250,000 international patients from 170 states visit Germany to receive treatment.

Due to these facts, laser cataract surgery cost is higher than in other European countries.

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