Ophthalmology in South Korea typically costs from $700 to $11,000. Total expenses depend on the specific procedure, technologies used like premium lenses, and the type of clinic selected. Patients usually find 30-70% savings compared to the US for advanced eye care and surgical procedures.
Typical Ophthalmology Costs in South Korea
Most specialized vision centers are located in Seoul, particularly in the Gangnam district and Incheon. Clinics in Seoul often offer comprehensive all-inclusive packages for international patients. You should consult with an ophthalmologist to get accurate pricing based on your eye health and specific vision needs.
| Republic of Korea | Turkey | Austria | |
| Vitrectomy | from $2,081 | from $3,000 | from $4,500 |
| Retinal detachment surgery | from $2,359 | from $2,894 | from $7,500 |
| ReLEx SMILE eye surgery | from $2,290 | from $2,598 | from $2,200 |
| Laser eye surgery | from $1,500 | from $1,900 | from $1,500 |
| LASIK eye surgery | from $1,511 | from $950 | from $1,800 |
No hidden fees – just official clinic prices. Pay at the clinic for Ophthalmology treatment upon arrival and use a flexible installment plan if needed.
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Performed 15,000+ cataract and refractive surgeries – Dr. Lee specializes in advanced vision correction and lens implantation at Gangnam Grand Eye Clinic.
Performed over 10,000 cataract and refractive surgeries – Dr. Lee is a certified expert in ReLEx SMILE and advanced lens implantation techniques at Gangnam Grand Eye Clinic.
500,000+ vision correction procedures performed – Dr. Chong Gi Von is a leading specialist in refractive and cataract surgery at BGN Eye Hospital.
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