Greece, Thessaloniki
Cataract surgery with IOL replacement in Dr Nikolaos I Dervenis MD, MSc, PhD, FEBO - Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
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About the clinic
Cataract surgery with IOL replacement is available at Dr Nikolaos I Dervenis MD, MSc, PhD, FEBO - Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon in Thessaloniki, Greece. The procedure may cost around €2,400 for one eye or €2,500 for both eyes, including consultation and diagnostics. The key advantage is Dr Dervenis' extensive experience with over 4,000 cataract surgeries performed.
About the surgeon
Dr Nikolaos I Dervenis is a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon with 15 years of experience. He trained at six UK eye hospitals, including the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital. He has performed over 4,000 cataract surgeries and published 55+ articles with 20,000 citations. His qualifications include MD, MSc, PhD, and FEBO (Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology).
Procedure details
The cataract surgery involves replacing the cloudy lens with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). The clinic offers premium multifocal IOL options for customized visual outcomes. Patients typically stay one day in the hospital, with three days recommended in a hotel for recovery. The procedure includes:
- Ophthalmologist consultation
- Comprehensive eye diagnostics
- Cataract surgery with IOL implantation
- Post-operative care
Clinic information
The private ophthalmology center has a 4.5/5 rating from 20 reviews and treats 1,200 patients annually. Dr Dervenis previously worked as an NHS consultant in the UK. The clinic maintains a 98% patient recommendation rate.
For those considering cataract treatment, this clinic offers expert care with personalized options. The initial consultation costs around €700 and includes a full assessment.
Highlights
2021
Year of foundation
1 doctors
Highest-Rated Clinic for Cataract surgery with IOL replacement
1200 patients per year
Most Popular Clinic for Cataract surgery with IOL replacement
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Dr Nikolaos I Dervenis MD, MSc, PhD, FEBO - Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
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Cataract surgery with IOL replacement
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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
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Online Consultation with Ophthalmologist | Price on request | |
| Corneal pachymetry | Price on request | |
| Refractometry | Price on request | |
| Ophthalmoscopy | Price on request | |
| Consultation with an ophthalmologist | $70 - $90 |
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Dr Nikolaos I Dervenis MD, MSc, PhD, FEBO - Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon: more details about the clinic
Greece, Thessaloniki
The clinic is proud to have Dr. Nikolaos I. Dervenis, MD, MSc, PhD, FEBO, as a substantive Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon. Dr. Dervenis specializes in Modern Cataract and Retina Surgery, Laser Eye Surgery, and General Eye Conditions. He is one of the few Ophthalmic Surgeons who have completed post-residency fellowship training in major United Kingdom Eye Hospitals for anterior (cataract, etc.) and posterior (retina, etc.) segments of eye surgery.
Dr. Dervenis regularly performs high-volume cataract surgery, receiving several referrals from other ophthalmologists for routine and complex cases (only-eye patients, brunescent cataracts, small pupils, angle closure, vitrectomised eyes, etc). He regularly uses Premium Intraocular Lenses, incorporating the latest technology on the field in his practice. Dr. Dervenis has performed over 4000 cataract surgeries in his career.
He also performs high-volume retina surgery (straightforward and complex), receiving regular referrals from a vast network of ophthalmologists for several eye conditions such as Epiretinal Membranes, Macular Holes, Vitreous Haemorrhages, Retinal Detachments, Scleral Fixation of Intraocular Lenses, etc. Dr. Dervenis has performed over 1,500 vitrectomies in his career.
Dr. Dervenis is a highly experienced and skilled Ophthalmic Surgeon dedicated to providing his patients with the best possible care. He is a valuable member of the clinic's team, and we are proud to have him on board.
He performs anterior segment (LASIK, PRK, capsulotomy, iridotomy etc.) and posterior segment (retinopexy, panretinal photocoagulation, macula laser) of the eye laser surgery.
Dr. Dervenis has completed comprehensive training in the UK at St James's University Hospital (Leeds), Western Eye Hospital (London), Sussex Eye Hospital (Brighton), Moorfields Eye Hospital (London), Peterborough City Hospitals and St Paul's Eye Unit (Liverpool).
He is active in research, serving as a Principal Investigator in Research Studies, publishing in Ophthalmology Journals, and lecturing in National and International Opthalmology Conferences.
Additional services
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Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily
What procedures do patients have most often?
The most common procedures in the hospital are:
- Cataract surgery with IOL replacement
- Cataract surgery (one eye)
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Nadia Al Dhafiri • Cataract surgery with IOL replacement United Kingdom
Oct 16, 2025
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My trip was absolutely indescribable and of the highest rating
Hello, how are you? My trip was absolutely indescribable and of the highest rating. The medical staff was wonderful and reliable and committed to the appointments. Everything happened as we had hoped and more. I thank you for your kind presence and I thank my Dr. Nikolaos I also thank all the doctors and I also thank Miss Vira very much. All respect and appreciation to you.
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It was a journey full of respect, honesty, care, successes in treatment and amazing treatment results. I thank them very much.
Reply from Nikolaos Dervenis
representative of Dr Nikolaos I Dervenis MD, MSc, PhD, FEBO - Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
Oct 20, 2025
Thank you very much for you kind review! Our pleasure to have you in our clinic.
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