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LASEK eye surgery in Republic of Korea: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

Why choose the Republic of Korea for LASEK eye surgery?

  • Accredited clinics: Clinics in South Korea are recognized by Joint Commission International (JCI). This recognition ensures that they adhere to international healthcare standards.
  • Latest technologies: Techniques such as ReLEx SMILE and LASIK are available. These procedures utilize cutting-edge devices like the VisuMax femtosecond laser, which enhances precision and safety.
  • High success rates: LASEK surgery has an efficacy rate of 95% for vision correction. This provides excellent outcomes for patients with various conditions .
  • Expert surgeons: The country is home to leading ophthalmologists who are certified in refractive surgery. These experts have performed thousands of successful LASEK procedures, ensuring a high level of expertise and experience.

Access advanced LASEK eye surgery solutions in trusted clinics from $760.

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How Much Does LASEK eye surgery Cost in Republic of Korea?

The cost of LASEK eye surgery in South Korea typically ranges from $800 to $1,500. Prices vary based on the clinic, surgeon’s experience, and whether you need treatment in one or both eyes. The type of laser technology and aftercare services also play a role. In the United States, the average cost is $2,800 (per AAO). LASEK in Korea is about 61% less than in the U.S.

Most Korean clinics include the initial consultation, pre-op eye exam, post-op medication, follow-up visits, personalized care, and 24/7 support. English-speaking staff and protective eye shields are standard. In the U.S., prices often cover only the surgery itself, with exams, medications, and follow-ups billed separately. Always confirm what’s included at your chosen clinic.

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Our LASEK eye surgery Packages in Republic of Korea October 2025

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Gangnam Grand Eye Clinic

Republic of Korea, Seoul

Lee Young Seob

18 years of experience • 30000+ treatments performed
  • Lee Young Seob has performed over 15,000 cataract and refractive surgeries, including LASEK procedures.
  • Gangnam Grand Eye Clinic is led by a board-certified ophthalmologist and clinical professor specializing in advanced vision correction.
  • Included Services: 1 PRP session, consultation with an ophthalmologist, follow-up visit.
  • Stay Info: 5 days stay in a hotel; accommodation is not included in the price.

Discover the Best LASEK eye surgery Clinics in Republic of Korea: 6 Verified Options and Prices

The Bookimed clinic ranking is based on data science algorithms, providing a trusted, transparent, and objective comparison. It takes into account patient demand, review scores (both positive and negative), the frequency of updates to treatment options and prices, response speed, and clinic certifications.
BGN Eye Hospital

BGN Eye Hospital

Republic of Korea, Busan

Kim Mi Jin

16 years of experience

BGN Eye Hospital is a private medical center for eye treatment in Busan, South Korea. It is popular among patients from the USA and Europe, and has already performed over 346,000 vision correction operations. The Clinic offers state-of-the-art techniques, such as LASIK, LASEK, Smile lasers, implantable contact lens surgery (ICL), and is known for its excellent reviews. Patients can take advantage of the Prime Lasek + Postoperative Drops offer, which includes a consultation with Doctor Quack Joo Young, preoperative tests, follow-up examination, post-op medications, follow-up visit, and accommodation and transfer are not included. Patients looking for LASEK eye surgery in Republic of Korea can find great care at BGN Eye Hospital.

4.47 reviews
diagnostics
Examination of eyes $60
Cataract diagnostic before OP $349
treatment
LASEK eye surgery$796 - $1,687
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Severance Hospital

Severance Hospital

Republic of Korea, Seoul
Clinic is certified :

Severance Hospital in Korea is an international multidisciplinary clinic at Yonsei University, located in Seoul South Korea. Yonsei Severance Hospital's Health System includes: oncology and rehabilitation centers, pediatric and women's clinics, cardiovascular center and Clinic of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology. The Hospital has been certified by JCI (Joint Commission International) and serves 1.6 million outpatients annually.

4.642 reviews
diagnostics
Ophthalmological investigation$800 - $1,400
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Gangnam Severance Hospital

Gangnam Severance Hospital

Republic of Korea, Seoul
Clinic is certified :

Gangnam Severance Hospital is a large multidisciplinary medical center in Seoul, South Korea. The hospital specializes in oncology, neurosurgery, neurology, cardiology, and check-up (complex diagnostics).

Gangnam Severance Hospital has received JCI accreditation, a global organization that evaluates the clinics across the globe for safety and high-quality medical services. That means the hospital complies with international healthcare standards.

The hospital is the 1st in South Korea to perform lung transplant.

4.03 reviews
Price on request
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Asan Medical Center

Asan Medical Center

Republic of Korea, Seoul
Clinic is certified :

Asan Hospital (Asan Medical Center) is the largest multidisciplinary medical center in South Korea, which can serve 2,700 patients at once.

The key specialties in the hospital are organ transplant, oncology, cardiology, and cardiac surgery. Almost half of all heart transplants in South Korea are carried out (45%) at Asan. The success of organ transplants ranges from 90%.

Every day, 11,800 outpatients and 2,550 inpatients are treated in Asan Hospital. Medical tourists from the USA, China, the UAE, Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia choose Asan Hospital.

4.57 reviews
Price on request
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LASEK eye surgery Overview in Republic of Korea

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Surgery Time - 1 hour
Stay in the country - 7 days
Rehabilitation - 7 days
Anesthesia - Local anesthesia
Requests processed - 15215
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Lee Young Seob

18 years of experience • 30000+ treatments performed

Dr. Lee Young Seob is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Chief Director. He specializes in retina, cataract, and advanced vision correction procedures. His expertise includes SMILE, Contoura Vision, and lens implant surgery. Dr. Lee graduated at the top of his class from Kyung Hee University College of Medicine. He completed his residency at Kyung Hee University Hospital. He has also served as a clinical professor at Ajou University Hospital. Dr. Lee has held leadership positions at major eye clinics.

He has performed over 15,000 cataract and refractive surgeries, including LASIK, LASEK, SMILE, and ICL implantation. Dr. Lee is known for his surgical skill. He holds certifications of excellence in SMILE LASIK, ICL/Toric-ICL, and several intraocular lens implantations, such as LISA Tri, FineVision, and PanOptix.

Dr. Lee is an active member of leading ophthalmology societies. These include KOS, AAO, KSCRS, ASCRS, and ARVO.

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Lee Kwan Hoon

20 years of experience • 30000+ treatments performed

Dr. Lee Kwan Hoon is an ophthalmologist and Chief Director. He specializes in retina, cataract, vision correction, SMILE, Contoura, and lens implantation. He graduated from Dankook University College of Medicine. He completed his residency and a retina fellowship at Dankook University Hospital. Dr. Lee also works as an adjunct professor at Dankook University.

He has held several leadership roles. These include Director at BGN Eye Clinic Jamsil Lotte Branch, Head of Ophthalmology at Armed Forces Capital Hospital, and Director of the Retina Center at Kim Eye Clinic in Masan. Dr. Lee has performed over 10,000 cataract and refractive surgeries. He has also completed more than 15,000 retinal procedures and surgeries.

Dr. Lee is a member of the Korean Ophthalmological Society, American Academy of Ophthalmology, and Korean Retina Society. He is certified in LISA Tri, FineVision, and PanOptix intraocular lens implantation. He is also a certified expert in ReLEx SMILE by Carl Zeiss.

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Kazakhstan
Oct 12, 2019
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Rude staff. And the trip turned out to be in vain. So much time, effort and money was spent. Documents were preliminarily sent, and extracts available at that time, treatment passed, etc. They invited me to the examination and obtain a preliminary treatment plan, although it was clear to the provided procurers that treatment was impossible. They did the same thing that they had sent earlier, shrugged their hands and said Excuse me, we can’t help ...
BGN Eye Hospital
Дарья Эдуардовна • Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
Russian Federation
Dec 5, 2018
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"We will go with you and advise others !!!"
The high level and quality of medicine in the clinic Severence city of Korea. The clinic is huge, everything is beautiful, clean. Our doctor really liked, quickly and easily found a common language with her and came to a single solution to our problem. Thanks to the Bookimed website for the organization and a special thanks to the coordinator who quickly responded! We will go with you and advise others !!!
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Mikhail Krasnoperov • Cataract
Russian Federation
Apr 19, 2019
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"I'm leaving my vision 100% for both eyes, thank you very much I am happy
Excellent clinic BGn stay in the clinic went very well and successfully. Dr. Lee Dong Eun is a highly classy positive person specialist. He did everything perfectly well after the examination. He came with a cataract on both eyes, the right eye was hardly seen. I'm leaving my vision 100% for both eyes, thank you very much I am happy. The medical staff at the clinic works like a good watch. Attentive are courteous attentive very polite complete comfort. The single chamber is all that is necessary to eat cleanly comfortably. Especially about the coordinator of the clinic Valchenko Maria, a correct excellent specialist, a wonderful person with her does not arise, no problems can solve everything, thanks. Service satisfied everything went well. Well done good organization of success to you
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Fast Facts about LASEK eye surgery

LASEK eye surgery

This procedure involves reshaping the cornea to correct vision using laser technology, combining aspects of LASIK and PRK.

Pros: Suitable for patients with thin corneas as it preserves more corneal tissue. Lower risk of dry eyes compared to LASIK surgery. Offers a higher safety margin for those with specific eye conditions.
Cons: Longer recovery time than LASIK and ReLEx SMILE. Discomfort post-surgery can last longer, up to a week.
Effectiveness: 95% of patients achieve 20/40 vision or better.
Duration: 30 minutes per eye.
Recovery: 5-7 days.
Best for: Individuals with thin corneas and mild to moderate myopia or astigmatism.
Prices: View costs of other techniques

FAQ about LASEK eye surgery in Republic of Korea

These FAQs come from real patients seeking medical assistance through Bookimed. Answers are given by experienced medical coordinators and trusted clinic representatives.

What should you know about South Korea before the trip?

Currency

South Korean Won (you also can pay for services in dollars)

Best period for the trip

April, May & June or September, October & November.

Language

Korean (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)

Visa

none required for stays under 90 days or less

Time difference with Europe

9 hours

Time difference with the USA

9 hours

Capital

Seoul

Medical tourism center

Seoul

Popular resorts

Gangwon-do, Gyeongju, Boseong, Jeju

What is the level of medicine in South Korea?

Healthcare is the key development sector of the Korean government. The Korean authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 1 billion a year for medical tourists attraction.

According to Mark Britnell, hospitals dominate the health system. 94% of hospitals are privately owned.

What hotel services are provided here?

In South Korea, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.

Do I need a visa to South Korea?

Today, South Korea has visa-free agreements with 112 states. None visa is required for stays under 90 days or less. To stay longer in this country, you need a visa. What states need a visa for treatment in South Korea and what countries can cross the border free and easy read here.

What documents are required to apply for a visa to South Korea for treatment?

Visas for travel to South Korea require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. Lists of documents includes:

  • ID card
  • confirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnaire
  • certificate of income and availability of funds
  • insurance policy for a stay in South Korea (original and copy)
  • 2 photos (5x6)
  • visa receipt
  • booking of flight and hotel
  • medical opinion about the need for treatment.

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