Turkey, Istanbul
ReLEx SMILE eye surgery in Estophia Hospital
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About the clinic
ReLEx SMILE eye surgery is a flapless laser vision correction procedure available at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey. The treatment may cost around $3,000-$3,500 USD, with comprehensive packages that include airport transfers and accommodation. The key advantage is Dr. Ahmet Alperen Koc's 13 years of experience in ophthalmology.
About the Procedure
ReLEx SMILE is a modern laser eye surgery technique. It corrects vision without creating a flap in the cornea. The procedure takes about 20 minutes with no hospital stay required. Patients typically recover faster compared to traditional LASIK.
What's Included
- Doctor fees (surgeon, assistant, anesthesiologist)
- Operating room charges and medical supplies
- Pre-op tests including eye measurements
- 2 days follow-up care
- Airport transfers and hotel accommodation (2 nights in 4-star hotel for $3,000 option)
About the Specialist
Dr. Ahmet Alperen Koc is an ophthalmologist with 13 years of experience. He specializes in vision correction procedures. The clinic performs thorough pre-operative assessments to ensure ReLEx SMILE is suitable for each patient.
For those considering laser eye surgery, Estophia Hospital offers a complete treatment package with experienced medical care. The procedure could be an option for patients seeking vision correction with minimal recovery time.
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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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Corneal pachymetry | $100 | |
| Cataract diagnostic before OP | $125 - $300 |
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| ReLEx SMILE eye surgery | $2000 - $3000 | |
| Retinal detachment surgery | Price on request | |
| Cataract surgery with IOL replacement | Price on request | |
| Strabismus surgery | Price on request | |
| Cataract surgery (one eye) | Price on request | |
| LASIK eye surgery | Price on request |
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Turkey, Istanbul
Additional services
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Patient reviews
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Ahmed Al-Akki
May 13, 2025
This hospital was first put into service in 1901, under the management of Dr. Vasil Dinov and Op. Dr. Garabet Yakubyan, with a capacity of 20 beds. In 1991, it continued to serve as Türkiye Gazetesi Hospital. I went to this hospital with my nephew to have his eyesight checked for a new eyeglasses prescription. The hospital looks very beautiful and historic. Also staff at the hospital were also very helpful. The whole process was smooth and fast.
Sarah Balter
Sep 29, 2025
For two years, I've suffered severe repeated and miserable respiratory illness with little respect from doctors. I went to Acibadem, and was treated like a cash cow - 9000tl for what? Fancy crown molding and designer entryways? I could not afford their basic consultation! With each visit, the price had only gone up while the quality of service dropped like a rock - more crowded, shorter appointments, overwhelmed staff. I was only spot treated and sent on my way, without spirometry or allergy testing, without education on my condition or even an official diagnosis. What doctor asks their patient if they want an allergy test!? How should I know? The gouging from Acidbadem, American, and Liv hospitals has been a common concern among myself and my friends.
Even after I spent two nights at Acibadem because I could not breathe, my doc showed up for 20 seconds and left. She did not even speak to me. But my entire year of insurance coverage was blown.
I tried state care as well, which I will not knock. Its amazing for broken arms, burns, stitches, immediate injuries. But the spirometry testing procedure was faulty and I was totally misdiagnosed.
Turkiye Hastanesi, a private hospital, was like a breath of fresh air. My pulmonary/allergy doctor, Dr. Imran Ozdemir and the staff quickly and comfortably helped me identify that I have mild asthma, and that im allergic to all the grass and tree pollens. And the prices with insurance werent insulting or gouging, but very fair. Around 5000tl for a consult, testing and diagnosis, with MAPFRE insurance. 3600tl for an allergy test, a good price even though it was not covered. I know this is super expensive to Turks. But from my perspective as being from the US, access to healthcare like this for average Americans is literally unheard of and impossibly expensive. Tens of thousands of dollars. The campus is sprawling, green, and peaceful. It's cozy, and clean. And not at all pretentious. And I did not even have to ask for a woman translator. International guest services sent me Anna, immediately, and she was kind, professional, patient, and knowledgeable during both of my appointments. She even stepped in when another patient started randomly yelling at me. That woman seemed to think I had cut her in line, but I had shown her my number was next and she totally had a tantrum and started yelling and mocking me rudely with wildly inappropriate behavior. I spoke more than enough Turkish to set her straight, but Anna kept the situation calm and repeatedly informed the woman that hospital procedure was being followed, and redirected me to my appointment like a pro. And Hatice, who gave me my breath and allergy tests, has given me new faith and trust in medical services. Her dedication to a high standard of testing is a thing to behold. Im not exaggerating. After being misdiagnosed and neglected at other hospitals, it was her precision during our first breath test that led to an accurate diagnosis - only mild asthma, that can become risky when i have a virus or infection. And her allergy testing that sussed out that I'm allergic to tree and grass pollens. Finally an answer to my yearly miseries! Dr. Imran calmed my fears, prescribed me properly, and gave me actual guidance for lifestyle changes.
And all were so kind and caring.
This condition was seriously wrecking my quality of life. Thanks to Turkiye Hastanesi, I can get it back on track, and I have somewhere to go and a reliable doctor, if and when things get scary and i'm breathless again. That means a LOT. Will recommend to all my foreign colleagues.
BARTLOMIEJ BIALY
Aug 7, 2022
Super beautiful place and they have there great translator. His name is Erman, whenever you are going there call them and ask him to assist you. Very nice service, nice people in general.
Hleb Tsynkevich
Mar 29, 2025
This clinic failed to meet basic standards. I ended up with a staph infection after a hair transplant. All medical reports were provided, but I was ignored. Highly unprofessional and irresponsible.
Shamita Iyer
Jun 11, 2024
I had a great experience here. All the nurses and medical staff were really caring and took good care of me and fed me well. As a foreigner, it was nice that there was a hospital translator with me during my pre op checks.
Merkez, Darülaceze Cd. 14/1, 34381 Şişli/İstanbul, Turkey
updated 2/5/2026
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