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About the clinic

Bright St. Mary Eye Clinic is a specialist ophthalmology center in Gangnam, Seoul. It focuses on laser vision correction, cataract care, and glaucoma management. The clinic treats both adults and children. It has been a long-running provider of refractive surgery in South Korea. The medical team includes 17 doctors. Many trained at Yonsei University and Samsung Medical Center.

The facility opened in 2000. It has dedicated surgery and examination centers across four floors. The clinic holds ISO 9001 certification. Surgeons use the SCHWIND ATOS platform with CenTrax centration technology. They also use the ELITA femtosecond laser for vision correction. The team has published research in the journal Ophthalmology and Therapy.

Specialists offer Smart SMILE, SILK SMILE, and 2-Day LASEK procedures. Cataract surgery options include multifocal and EDOF intraocular lenses. For dry eye, the clinic provides AquaCell IPL therapy. International patients get English-language help during consultations and diagnosis. Post-operative care includes personalized eye-drop plans and healing checks.

Highlights

2000 Year of foundation
8 doctors

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Treatments prices in the clinic

Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
Ophthalmology
treatment Price
IOLs implantation $4162.39 - $4905.68
Cataract Surgery with Multifocal Lens Implant $1486.57 - $4162.39
SmartSight Laser Eye Surgery $1635.23 - $3270.45
Cataract surgery (one eye) $914.24 - $4162.39
LASEK eye surgery $817.61 - $1486.57
LASIK eye surgery Price on request

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Foreign patient medical institution registration, Bright St. Mary Eye Clinic (BSM Eye Clinic), Seoul, 2026

Bright St. Mary Eye Clinic (BSM Eye Clinic): more details about the clinic

Republic of Korea, Seoul

Bright St. Mary Eye Clinic (BSM Eye Clinic) is a private ophthalmology clinic established in 2000. It is located in Seoul's Gangnam district. The clinic spans several floors, with LASIK and LASEK surgery on the 3rd floor and presbyopia surgery on the 16th. BSM Eye Clinic holds ISO 9001 certification for quality management.

Refractive Surgery and Vision Correction

The clinic is a first-generation refractive surgery provider in South Korea. Surgeons use several laser methods to treat myopia and astigmatism. These include Smart SMILE, SILK SMILE, and 2-Day LASEK. The 2-Day LASEK protocol suits patients who need a fast return to daily life.

Surgeons also perform ICL implantation for patients who aren't candidates for laser surgery. Smart Nova Pro technology is a standout feature here. This system uses 0.05D precision planning to improve vision outcomes. Clinical research on it appears in the journal Ophthalmology and Therapy.

Specialists require patients to rest contact lenses before examinations. This prevents corneal measurement errors during planning. The clinic offers several refractive surgery packages:

  • Smart SMILE using the ATOS platform
  • SILK SMILE using ELITA laser technology
  • 2-Day LASEK for rapid recovery
  • LASIK with advanced femtosecond lasers

Post-operative care includes monitoring corneal healing and inflammation. Specialists create personalized eye-drop plans to manage dry eye during recovery.

Cataract and Presbyopia Management

The clinic treats cataracts and presbyopia through lens replacement surgery. Surgeons use micro-incision procedures to remove the cloudy lens. They then insert a customized intraocular lens (IOL) based on the patient's lifestyle. The clinic offers a wide selection of premium lens brands:

  • TECNIS Odyssey and Tecnis-Synergy EDOF lenses
  • Clareon PanOptix trifocal implants
  • Vivity and PureSee non-diffractive lenses
  • FineVision and Lisa Tri multifocal options

Cataract evaluations include a thorough check of the retina and optic nerve. This confirms the eye is healthy enough for surgery. Specialists also treat dry eye disease using AQUAcel IPL therapy. This light-based treatment improves oil gland function in the eyelids.

Ophthalmic Diagnostics and Imaging

The 17th and 18th floors house examination centers for full eye check-ups. Diagnostics go beyond standard vision charts to catch early-stage diseases. The medical team uses advanced imaging to map eye structure:

  • Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for retina and optic nerve scans
  • Corneal Topography to map the eye surface
  • Corneal Pachymetry to measure corneal thickness
  • Fundus Photography for detailed retina imaging
  • Visual field tests to check for glaucoma

These tests help doctors monitor glaucoma and retina disorders. Glaucoma management focuses on both eye pressure and optic nerve status.

Advanced Medical Technology

BSM Eye Clinic uses high-precision platforms for surgical accuracy. The SCHWIND ATOS platform features CenTrax intelligent centering technology. This system aligns the laser while the eye is fixed. It re-checks position immediately before delivery to prevent errors.

The clinic also uses the ELITA femtosecond laser from Johnson & Johnson. This laser uses low-dose energy to create smooth corneal incisions. Smaller incisions help maintain corneal stability. For diagnostic precision, the team uses slit lamp examinations and ophthalmoscopy.

Medical Team and Patient Services

The clinic employs 17 doctors, including 8 specialists at the Gangnam branch. Hospital Director Keum Ji-Eun leads the ophthalmology department. She completed a fellowship at Samsung Medical Center and trained at Cornell Vision Science Center. Other team members belong to the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

International patients receive English-language help throughout their visit. This covers consultations, diagnosis, and post-operative care. If symptoms worsen, patients get direct guidance on managing pain or vision changes. BSM Eye Clinic also offers a re-surgery guarantee when specific medical conditions are met.

Additional services
Language assistance
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free
Accommodation
Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily

Patient reviews

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Calvin

Sep 5, 2025
The entire team was very professional from the beginning till the end. Everyone was very patient. I also appreciated that my scheduled appointment was actually my scheduled appointment. So many times you have an appointment and when you get there you’re seen a while after the scheduled time. Dr. Chu was very helpful and informative with my eye condition. GREAT WORK TEAM!!!

Bud Telchin

Aug 1, 2025
I see Dr. Chu three times a year, for ocular surface examination, and always find it a good experience. The staff is welcoming and efficient, and Dr. Chu's examinations make me feel I'm in good hands. He answers my questions and with an assistant, records details of my exam in his computer system. The office in Manhattan is not as spacious as in New Jersey, but the convenience makes up for that.

Olive Swan

Oct 5, 2024
Dr. Chu showed genuine interest in my vision problem. He listens with his heart. The staff is gracious and friendly. It was a long, arduous trip to Dr. Chu's office, but worth our time.

Glynis Salandy

Oct 5, 2024
My visit to Dr.Chu (my Optomologist/urevitis specialist) of St. Mary’s Eye & Surgery Center is always awesome. I always feel so relaxed and reassured that I’m well being taken care of. Dr Chu is very professional in everything he does , and after all these years, I’m still super confident with his decision concerning, the care of my eyes. Thank you Dr. Chu

Sergio Castillo

May 26, 2023
Very grateful for the attention received from your team. Dr Shu is a competitive professional in oftalmologia. I recommend for whatever situation of your eyes.

Baby Elaine

Apr 28, 2023
We feel very fortunate to be getting the top care possible, from Dr. Chu.
An outstanding dr. In Opthamology.

Art Cosentino

Jul 7, 2021
Dr David Chu and his staff are top notch. I liked that they took the time to answer my questions, and explained it in a way I could understand. The office is clean and easy to get to. I had a very positive experience! Can’t thank Dr. Chu and his staff enough.

Ester Vierheilig

May 13, 2021
Dr. Chu is a great cornea specialist, and the Manhattan office I visit is convenient, modern and extremely well organized and run.

Andrei Karpov

Oct 23, 2026
Very professional care.

Joe Lee

Sep 11, 2026

Cambridge Building, 3F, 16F, 17F, 18F, 110 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea

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updated 10/28/2026

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