


ReLEx SMILE eye surgery in Liv Hospital Ulus
About the clinic
ReLEx SMILE eye surgery is available at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul, Turkey. The procedure typically costs around $1,000–1,900 for both eyes, performed by Professor Vedat Kaya, an expert in ophthalmology. The JCI-accredited hospital welcomes 50,000 international patients annually.
About ReLEx SMILE Surgery
ReLEx SMILE is a laser surgery for vision correction. It uses a small incision technique to reshape the cornea. Patients often return to normal activities within 24–48 hours. No hospitalization is needed.
What's Included in the Package
- ReLEx SMILE surgery for both eyes
- Pre-op consultation and assessment
- Corneal topography and OCT scans
- Covid-19 screening
- Transfers between airport and hospital
- Assistance from a Russian-speaking translator
Professor Vedat Kaya
The procedure is supervised by Prof. Vedat Kaya, a Professor of Eye Diseases. He specializes in ophthalmology and consults on ReLEx SMILE techniques. The clinic offers i-LASIK as an alternative approach.
Planning Your Visit
The recommended stay in Turkey is 1–3 days. Pre-op tests include corneal topography and OCT scans. Most patients can travel home soon after the procedure.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Examination of eyes | $180 | |
| Cataract diagnostic before OP | $150 - $250 | |
| Fluorescein retinal angiography | $704 |
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Liv Hospital Ulus: more details about the clinic
Liv Hospital, located in Ulus, Istanbul, is a leading healthcare facility 30 minutes from Istanbul’s International Airport. Spanning 30,000 m², it houses 50 specialized clinics, three of which are Centers of Excellence, treating 50,000 international patients annually.
Key Centers and Services:
Bone Marrow Transplant Center. With over 1,000 procedures performed, the center offers autologous and allogeneic transplants, using stem cells from bone marrow, peripheral blood, and umbilical cord blood for patients aged 18 and above.
Cancer Center. Liv provides comprehensive cancer care, including Cold Cap Therapy to minimize hair loss during chemotherapy, TrueBeamSTx radiotherapy, IORT for tumor removal, HIPEC for abdominal cancers, and Oncogramme testing to personalize treatment. The Pediatric Oncology Council tailors pediatric oncology treatment plans.
Robotic Surgery Center. Certified by the SRC Excellence Center, Liv Hospital offers minimally invasive surgeries using robotic technology, reducing recovery time, bleeding, and pain and focusing on tumors in various organs.
Neurological Sciences Center. Liv’s specialists have performed 256 neurosurgeries with a 91% survival rate, treating neurological disorders with advanced technologies and specialized units.
Orthopedic Clinic. Using the MakoPlasty robotic system, Liv’s orthopedic team performs minimally invasive knee replacements with a 97% success rate. The clinic collaborates with AOSpine for trauma and joint surgeries.
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Ulus Mahallesi, Canan Sk., 34340 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Turkey
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