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Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Laser eye surgery in Republic of Korea 2024

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Don't Miss Out On Top-Rated Laser eye surgery Specials in Republic of Korea for March 2024

Republic of Korea, Seoul
Ophtalmologist - Doctor Cheon Hyeon-cheol
22 years of experience
  • Extensive Expertise: Dr. Cheon Hyeon-cheol brings over 20 years of ophthalmology experience, having performed over 30,000 LASIK surgeries since 2012.
  • Highly Certified: Dr. Cheon holds certifications for SMILE LASIK, ICL, and is a recognized Ophtec Expert Surgeon with multiple society memberships including KOS and AAO.
  • Custom LASIK: The offer includes comprehensive language assistance, an initial consultation, and a follow-up examination to ensure optimal care.
  • Global Recognition: Bright Eye Clinic has served patients from 40 countries and achieved 100,000 SMILE LASIK cases, showcasing international trust and authority.
  • Advanced Technology: The clinic introduced Asia's first SMILE Lasik equipment in 2009, representing its commitment to leading-edge LASIK eye surgery procedures.
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$1150
Republic of Korea, Seoul
  • Extensive Expertise: Dr. Gong Je Seong, with his profound experience in laser vision correction, ensures you are in capable hands.
  • International Training: Dr. Seong's international training showcases his commitment to adopting global best practices in Laser eye surgery.
  • Comprehensive Care: Severance Hospital's offer includes the full Laser eye surgery procedure with post-operative follow-ups.
  • Global Recognition: The JCI-certified Severance Hospital serves over 1.6 million outpatients globally, ensuring trusted, high-quality care.
  • Advanced Technology: Benefit from cutting-edge equipment and modern treatment methods utilized for Laser eye surgery at Severance Hospital.
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Republic of Korea, Busan
Ophtalmologist - Quack Joo Young
  • Decades of Expertise: Dr. Quack Joo Young brings a wealth of experience with numerous certifications and a high number of successful treatments.
  • Comprehensive Care: The Relex Smile Laser Eye Surgery offer includes a follow-up examination, post-op medications, and a consultation with Dr. Quack Joo Young.
  • Advanced Techniques: BGN Eye Clinic utilizes cutting-edge methods like LASIK, LASEK, Smile lasers, and ICL for optimal outcomes.
  • International Recognition: Over 346,000 vision correction operations have been performed, attracting patients from the USA and Europe to BGN Eye Clinic.
  • Specialized in Vision Correction: BGN Eye Clinic is a private medical center in Busan, South Korea, with a focus on vision correction procedures.
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$2925
$2740
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12 Recent Laser eye surgery Reviews in Republic of Korea: Check Real Patient Experience

Дарья Эдуардовна • Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
Russian Federation
Dec 5, 2018

Verified review.
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"We will go with you and advise others !!!"
The high level and quality of medicine in the clinic Severence city of Korea. The clinic is huge, everything is beautiful, clean. Our doctor really liked, quickly and easily found a common language with her and came to a single solution to our problem. Thanks to the Bookimed website for the organization and a special thanks to the coordinator who quickly responded! We will go with you and advise others !!!

Гуламжан • Cataract
Kazakhstan
Oct 3, 2022

Verified review.
Thank you Bookimed
Thank you Bookimed.com and the Clinic is very nice and the results are quick!!

Anonymous • Consultation with an ophthalmologist
Russian Federation
Jan 21, 2020

Verified review.
The results are exactly as I wanted
Loved the staff. Everything is fast, clear and of high quality.

Mikhail Krasnoperov • Cataract
Russian Federation
Apr 19, 2019

Verified review.
"I'm leaving my vision 100% for both eyes, thank you very much I am happy
Excellent clinic BGn stay in the clinic went very well and successfully. Dr. Lee Dong Eun is a highly classy positive person specialist. He did everything perfectly well after the examination. He came with a cataract on both eyes, the right eye was hardly seen. I'm leaving my vision 100% for both eyes, thank you very much I am happy. The medical staff at the clinic works like a good watch. Attentive are courteous attentive very polite complete comfort. The single chamber is all that is necessary to eat cleanly comfortably. Especially about the coordinator of the clinic Valchenko Maria, a correct excellent specialist, a wonderful person with her does not arise, no problems can solve everything, thanks. Service satisfied everything went well. Well done good organization of success to you

Aizhan Savet • Ophthalmology
Kazakhstan
Oct 12, 2019

Verified review.
Rude staff. And the trip turned out to be in vain. So much time, effort and money was spent. Documents were preliminarily sent, and extracts available at that time, treatment passed, etc. They invited me to the examination and obtain a preliminary treatment plan, although it was clear to the provided procurers that treatment was impossible. They did the same thing that they had sent earlier, shrugged their hands and said Excuse me, we can’t help ...

Laser eye surgery Overview in Republic of Korea

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Related procedures & Costs
How it works
What to expect
Pros & Cons
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patients recommend -
88%
Stay in the country - 2 days
Rehabilitation - 1 day
Anesthesia - Local anesthesia
Verified patient reviews - 12
Requests processed - 15215
Bookimed fees - $0
Types of Laser eye surgery
  • The procedure corrects vision by reshaping the cornea using a laser, offering quick, painless, permanent results.

  • The operation corrects vision errors using a laser, making a small incision, thus ensuring a faster recovery.

  • The procedure uses ultra-precise lasers for vision correction, offering blade-free, highly detailed sculpting of the cornea.

  • The procedure corrects vision by reshaping the cornea, promoting swift recovery and lasting results with laser precision.

  • This therapy aims to slow vision loss, it involves dietary adjustments, vitamins, and possibly injections into the eye.

  • This operation reshapes the cornea using a laser to improve vision. Almost painless with fast recovery.

  • This therapy uses ultrafast pulsating light to precisely shape the cornea, improving vision with utmost accuracy.

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Step-by-Step Roadmap

Day 1

  • Arrive in the country and settle into your accommodation.
  • Arrange your own transport to the clinic.

Day 2

  • Have a consultation with an ophthalmologist.
  • Undergo necessary medical tests.

Day 3

  • Receive the results of your tests.
  • Discuss the laser eye surgery process with the ophthalmologist.

Day 4

  • Undergo laser eye surgery.
  • The surgery lasts about 30 minutes per eye.
  • Local anesthesia is used during the surgery.

Day 5

  • Stay in the clinic for post-surgery observation.
  • Begin preliminary post-operative care.

Week 1

  • Continue with post-operative care and check-ups.
  • Start gradual return to light activities.

Week 2

  • Complete post-operative care.
  • Return to work and normal activities.

Week 3-4

  • Full return to sports and other strenuous activities.
  • See the final result of the surgery.

Please note that the process may vary depending on individual cases and the specific needs of the patient.

What patients like:

  1. Cost. The Laser eye surgery cost in Republic of Korea ranges from 1150$ to 10000$. This is significantly cheaper compared to the average cost in the United States, which is around $3000.
  2. Doctor’s professionalism.. Patients appreciate the high level of professionalism of Korean surgeons. These doctors often hold international certifications and belong to prestigious medical associations. Their expertise is reflected in the successful outcomes of numerous procedures they perform each year.
  3. Service level. Patients praise the top-notch service provided in Korean clinics. The staff is noted for their attentiveness, helpfulness, and ability to clearly explain the procedure and alternatives.
  4. Laser eye surgery efficacy. The modern techniques used in Korea yield excellent results. Patients often report that the outcome exceeded their expectations.
  5. Logistics. The organization of the procedures is smooth and efficient. Patients appreciate the fast service and the comfortable, hotel-like conditions of the wards.

What patients don't like:

  1. Initial inconsistencies. Some patients noted initial organizational issues, though these were quickly resolved.
  2. Restrictions due to health conditions. Certain individuals were disappointed to learn that they weren't suitable candidates for the surgery due to specific health conditions, such as a thin cornea.
  3. Lack of commercial thinking. A few patients felt that the clinics could have been more commercially minded in their approach to offering alternative solutions when the initial procedure wasn't suitable.

How Much Does Laser eye surgery Cost in Republic of Korea? Find Out Now

updated 3/27/2024
The average price of Laser eye surgery in Republic of Korea is $4615, the minimum price is $1150, and the maximum price is $10000.
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United States of America
Turkey
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Femtosecond laser -from $1100 -
IntraLase Laser Eye Surgery -from $1590 -
LASEK eye surgery from $3500 from $2750 -
LASIK eye surgery from $1300 from $1590 from $2500
Laser eye surgery from $2000 from $1250 -
Macular dystrophy treatment ---
Photorefractive keratectomy -from $2000 -
ReLEx SMILE eye surgery -from $2600 -
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Discover the In-Demand Laser eye surgery Packages of the Season

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Turkey, Istanbul
Bilge Hospital
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4.1 Good 5 reviews
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Greece, Thessaloniki
Dr Nikolaos I Dervenis MD, MSc, PhD, FEBO - Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
LASIK surgery both eyes
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Turkey, İzmir
EyeWell Clinics
Lasik surgery/ Most advanced technologies and methods, high quality services
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EyeWell Clinics
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The best places for laser eye surgery are presented in the Bookimed list below. The ranking is based on our Medical Doctors’ expert opinion, the patients’ reviews, and the laser eye center costs.

100% is a success rate of the laser vision surgeries. Patients get rid of the glasses and contact lenses after the eye correction procedures. 98% of all people are satisfied with the results of the surgery. The laser eye operations are useful for persons with myopia, presbyopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.

The laser operation for eyes cost depends on the chosen method, country, and medical center. Refer to the clinics' catalog to learn how expensive is laser eye surgery and what is included in the price.

Discover the Best Laser eye surgery Clinics in Republic of Korea: 4 Verified Options and Prices
Check the hospital ranking based on requests and 12 reviews to pick the right Laser eye surgery clinic for you.
BGN Eye Hospital
Highest-Rated Clinic for Laser eye surgery
Republic of Korea, Busan
4
Good
• 6 reviews

BGN Eye Hospital in Busan, South Korea specializes in vision correction, cataract and glaucoma treatment, and eye retina operations, such as LASIK, LASEK and Smile lasers. The clinic has a great reputation among patients from the USA and Europe and has performed over 346,000 vision correction operations. The clinic is led by Doctor Quack Joo Young and offers the Laser eye surgery procedure, that includes follow-up examination, post-op medications, consultation with a doctor, and more. Laser eye surgery in Republic of Korea with BGN Eye Hospital is a great choice for those who value high quality and safety of the procedure.

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Mikhail Krasnoperov • Apr 19, 2019
Excellent clinic BGn stay in the clinic went very well and successfully. Dr. Lee Dong Eun is a highly classy positive person specialist. He did everything perfectly well after the examination. He came with a cataract on both eyes, the right eye was hardly seen. I'm leaving my vision 100% for both eyes, thank you very much I am happy. The medical staff at the clinic works like a good watch. Attentive are courteous attentive very polite complete comfort. The single chamber is all that is necessary to eat cleanly comfortably. Especially about the coordinator of the clinic Valchenko Maria, a correct excellent specialist, a wonderful person with her does not arise, no problems can solve everything, thanks. Service satisfied everything went well. Well done good organization of success to you
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Severance Hospital
Most Popular Clinic for Laser eye surgery
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.5
Excellent
• 42 reviews

Severance Hospital in Republic of Korea is a renowned international multidisciplinary clinic located in Seoul, certified by JCI and serves 1.6 million outpatients annually. Offering a range of services, the clinic is also known for its eye care services, including Laser eye surgery. Doctor Gong Je Seong, Ophthalmologist, is the specialist in laser vision correction. Patients have reported high levels of satisfaction with the services, citing helpful coordinators and interpreters, attentive and qualified doctors who helped them with their diagnosis.

The clinic is well known for its commitment to providing high-quality services and its staff is known for their professionalism and compassion. Bookimed team has also received praise for their assistance in organizing trips to Republic of Korea. Patients have rated the clinic and the services highly, and it is recommended for those seeking Laser eye surgery in Republic of Korea.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Severance Hospital
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
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Дарья Эдуардовна • Dec 5, 2018
The high level and quality of medicine in the clinic Severence city of Korea. The clinic is huge, everything is beautiful, clean. Our doctor really liked, quickly and easily found a common language with her and came to a single solution to our problem. Thanks to the Bookimed website for the organization and a special thanks to the coordinator who quickly responded! We will go with you and advise others !!!
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Asan Medical Center
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.6
Excellent
• 5 reviews

Asan Hospital (Asan Medical Center) is the largest multidisciplinary medical center in South Korea, which can serve 2,700 patients at once.

The key specialties in the hospital are organ transplant, oncology, cardiology, and cardiac surgery. Almost half of all heart transplants in South Korea are carried out (45%) at Asan. The success of organ transplants ranges from 90%.

Every day, 11,800 outpatients and 2,550 inpatients are treated in Asan Hospital. Medical tourists from the USA, China, the UAE, Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia choose Asan Hospital.

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accreditations:

International Organization for Standardization certificate for Asan Medical Center
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2020 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
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Donald • Sep 9, 2022
Yes. Only thing Is that I was supposed to get refund for the cancellation of dental exam and X-ray. Didn’t get it.
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Gangnam Severance Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4
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• 3 reviews

Gangnam Severance Hospital is a large multidisciplinary medical center in Seoul, South Korea. The hospital specializes in oncology, neurosurgery, neurology, cardiology, and check-up (complex diagnostics).

Gangnam Severance Hospital has received JCI accreditation, a global organization that evaluates the clinics across the globe for safety and high-quality medical services. That means the hospital complies with international healthcare standards.

The hospital is the 1st in South Korea to perform lung transplant.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
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How many days do I need to stay in Republic of Korea?
2 days
How much extra money do I need (additional to the procedure)?
A night in a 5-star hotel breakfast included — $200. A night in a 4-star hotel breakfast included — $120. A night in a 3-star hotel breakfast included — $80. Lunch & dinner — $40.
Do I need a visa?
For citizens of the UK and the USA: visa is not required.
For citizens of other countries — please visit ivisa.com to find more details on entry requirements to South Korea.
What payment options are available?
PayPal, cash, credit cards (Visa, MasterCard).
Transfers
Flight tickets to South Korea: are not included in the price.
Transfer: clinics offer an airport-clinic-airport transfer for extra payment.

Get a Medical Assessment for Laser eye surgery in Republic of Korea: Select Your Expert from 9 Experienced Doctors

Doctor Cheon Hyeon-cheol
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Doctor Cheon Hyeon-cheol
Ophtalmologist
22 years of experience

accreditations:

American Academy of Ophthalmology
ICL certified
Bright Eye Clinic
Current representative Doctor of Bright Eye Clinic Gangnam Former Bright Eye Clinic Busan representative doctor Department of Ophthalmology, Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital Ophthalmology specialist doctor in Korea SMILE LASIK, ICL certified 12 years of SMILE surgery experience (starting in 2012), performed over 30,000 eyes ICL Ophtec Expert Surgeon Certification Cataract Physiol Certification Full member of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS) Full member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) Full member of the Korean Cataract and Refractive Society (KSCRS) Full member of the American Cataract and Refractive Society (ASCRS) Full member of the European Cataract and Refractive Society (ESCRS) Full member of the Korean Contact Lens Society (KCLS) Read more
Doctor Choi Young-je
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Doctor Choi Young-je
Ophtalmologist
11 years of experience
Bright Eye Clinic
Doctor of Bright Eye Eye Clinic Gyeongsang National University Hospital Retina Clinical Instructor Ophthalmologist_Retina specialist doctor Ophthalmology specialist doctor in Korea SMILE LASIK, ICL certified Full member of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS) Full member of the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS) Full member of Yeongnam Retina Society (KRS) Full member of the Korean Contact Lens Society (KCLS) Full Member of the Korean Uveal Society Full member of the Korean Society of Optometry Read more
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FAQ about Laser eye surgery in Republic of Korea

What is corrective eye surgery?

The laser (refractive) eye surgery is a set of procedures to correct the common vision problems.

The operative vision correctness help to stop wearing glasses and contact lenses.

What vision problems does the laser surgery solve?

Ophthalmologists of the laser vision centers offer the corrective operations in cases of:

  • Myopia (near sight, nearsightedness) is a vision abnormality when a person sees only the close objects, but the farther away ones are blurred. The near sight is 1 of 3 leading blindness causes. 30% of people worldwide are myopic.
  • Hyperopia (farsightedness, hypermetropia) is the widespread vision condition when a person sees the distant objects more clearly in comparison with the close ones. 15% of people with refractive problems are hypermetropic.
  • Presbyopia is a loss of possibility to focus on the objects in the aged people. 1.3 billion people over the world have presbyopia. Most often presbyopia occurs after age of 40.
  • Astigmatism is the optic condition that makes the eye to focus incorrectly and causes the blurred vision. It is a common eye impairment in children and adults. Over 45% of people worldwide have astigmatism.

How does the refractive surgery repair the eyes impairments?

Eye doctors perform the laser vision surgery for people aged 18-55. The refractive procedures are the best treatment options for persons who have:

  • astigmatism from -1,0 to 15,0 diopters
  • farsightedness from +1,0 to 6,0 diopters
  • nearsightedness from ± 0,5 to ± 5,0 diopters.

With any visual impairment, the image of the surrounding objects does not focus on the retina of the eye.

The main aim of the laser vision correction is to change the shape of the cornea. It makes the image of objects fall precisely on the retina of the eye.

Laser vision surgery: to be or not to be?

Several million of the laser eye surgeries are performed over the world annually. The vision correction surgeries are considered the most effective and safest visual treatments for over 20 years.

What are the advantages of the laser eye procedures?

  • Safety. 99% of the laser eye surgeries are successful. It means that there are no complications and side effects of the refractive therapy.
  • Suitable for any visual impairment treatment. 20/20 vision without glasses or contact lenses after the surgery. If a patient has no contraindications, the laser eye correction can restore vision in the patients with myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, presbyopia.
  • Appropriate at any age. Patients aged 18 to 55 are the optimal candidates for this procedure.
  • Surgery time. The operation itself takes a few seconds to a minute. The rest of the time is spent on preparatory procedures and takes 10 minutes per eye.
  • No pain. Doctors of the laser vision centers apply the anesthetic drops. They block pain sensitivity entirely. A patient feels only touches and pressure at some phases of the operation.
  • Outpatient basis. There is no need to stay in an eye laser clinic after the procedure. A patient comes back home in 1 hour after the correction.
  • Quick recovery period. A patient may notice the 1st results in 2 hours after the laser eye surgery. During a few days to several weeks vision stabilizes completely.
  • Predictable results. A patient may rely on the visual acuity that s/he has in glasses or lenses before the correction.
  • Stability of the operation results. After the laser correction of vision, the shape of the cornea persists for life (if a patient does not have progressive myopia).

What are the refractive eye surgery steps?

All the types of the laser correction procedures consist of 3 steps:

  1. Creation of the superficial corneal flap with the help of microkeratome or laser. The flap is taken away as a page of the book.
  2. The laser beam changes the shape of the cornea according to the patient’s characteristics.
  3. Returning of the corneal flap to its original position and its engraftment without stitches and scars.

What are the types of laser eye surgery?

  • LASIK (Laser-Assisted in situ Keratomileusis) is the most common kind of the laser operations. Performing the procedure, ophthalmologists take into account the individual features of the patient's cornea structure. Specialists of the laser vision centers carry out the LASIK surgery with the microkeratome or the femtosecond laser. The patients have a good vision at all distances without glasses or lenses.

97% of the LASIK surgeries are successful. 7 out of 10 patients have 20/20 vision after the LASIK procedure. Over 95% of all patients are satisfied with the LASIK results.

  • LASEK/PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy/Laser Subepithelial Keratomileusis) is the refractive surgery method for vision correction in cases of contraindications to LASIK procedures. For example, when a patient has too thin cornea, the LASIK therapy is impossible. Ophthalmologists perform the LASEK surgery using the excimer laser. During the first 3 days after PRK surgery, a patient feels discomfort and pain. It is the primary disadvantage of the LASEK procedure.

The recovery period after the LASEK lasts 3-4 days. The visual improvement is noticed in 3 days after the procedure.

  • ReLEx SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) is the most innovative type of the laser vision correction. Eye doctors perform the SMILE operation with the femtosecond laser of high precision. The procedure takes 23 seconds. A specialist makes no incisions during the process. There are no risks and side effects of the ReLEx SMILE. The surgery is suitable for the treatment of visual impairment at all stages.

Over 700,000 people in 60 countries worldwide are treated with the ReLex SMILE procedure annually.

100% is a success rate of the ReLEx SMILE operations. 98% of patients are satisfied with the results of the procedure. 97% of people are willing to recommend the SMILE to their family and friends.

What factors affect the laser eye surgery cost?

How much does it cost for laser eye surgery? There is no absolute answer to this question. The laser operation for eyes cost depends on the number of factors.

  • Laser vision center location. The prices for the laser eye surgery vary from country to country dramatically. The main reason for this is the economic development of the state. In the highly developed countries (the USA, Germany, Spain, the UK) the procedure is over 50% higher than in the less developed nations (Thailand, India, Turkey).
  • Eye laser clinic status. The state clinics provide the cheap laser eye surgery cost. But the healthcare services are of the poor standard. The private laser eye centers show the best results in the refractive therapy, but the prices for the procedures are much higher.
  • Laser eye surgery type. The laser eye center costs depend on the procedure chosen by a patient. The ReLex SMILE surgery is approximately 15% higher than the LASIK procedure. And the LASEK one is performed with the cheap laser eye surgery cost in comparison with SMILE and LASIK.
  • Additional services. The laser operation for eyes cost may include pre- and postoperative care, meals, accommodation (if needed), medicaments. Some laser vision centers provide the extra charges for these services. Be attentive and clarify the information about the price policy at a center!

Where is it better to get laser eye surgery abroad?

India

The healthcare standards in the Indian laser eye centers comply with high world standards. Eye specialists in India offer the widest range of services in the world. The main advantage of the Indian medical system is the affordable prices for the high-qualitative services. India is considered the cheapest country for laser eye surgery. The costs for the laser vision surgery here are 40-100% less expensive than in the other Asian and European states.

Spain

Spain is one of the best countries for laser eye surgery in the world. Spanish laser vision centers present the top healthcare system in the globe. It has been awarded the 7th rank worldwide for the high quality of medical care by the World Health Organization (WHO). The laser operation for eyes cost in Spain is 70% lower than in the USA and the UK.

Thailand

Over 1 million medical tourists from over the world visit Thailand every year. Phuket and Bangkok are the leading medical destinations for Thai medical tourism. The cities offer the modern healthcare infrastructure, staying in the centers looking like the luxury resorts, and delicious Thai food. The cheap laser eye surgery costs accompany excellent quality of the ophthalmological services here. Medical tourists may save up to 75% of the money in Thailand compared to the USA, Australia, the UK.

Germany

Germany is among the best places for laser eye surgery over the globe. Over 200,000 medical tourists choose the German laser vision centers due to their excellent quality annually. German eye specialists offer the techniques and procedures that are not available in the less developed countries. Ophthalmologists are included in the eye surgeons top lists over the world according to Forbes magazine. The laser operation for eyes cost here is higher than in the Asian or Eastern European countries. But in comparison with the American and British laser eye centers, the prices in Germany are 15% lower.

Ukraine

Due to the high quality of the private medical facilities and the cost affordability, Ukraine has become very popular among the medical tourists. Ukrainian eye doctors offer the cheapest laser eye surgery in Europe. The prices here are up to 50% lower than in Germany, or Spain. Along with Thailand, India, Latvia, and Turkey, Ukraine is the cheapest place to get laser eye surgery in the world.

How to choose the best country for laser eye surgery?

  1. Submit a request on Bookimed website.
  2. Tell our Medical Doctor about the vision problem bothering you.
  3. Listen to the laser therapy options that the Doctor will offer you.
  4. Choose the best option taking into account laser operation for eyes cost, doctor’s experience, and medical center status.
  5. Arrive at a hospital and get the success laser eye surgery abroad. Our Medical Doctor will be in touch with you during your medical trip.
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