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How Much Does Retinal detachment surgery Cost in Bangkok?

Retinal detachment surgery in Bangkok typically costs from $4,800 / ฿163,200 to $9,500 / ฿323,000. Total costs depend on the surgical technique, detachment complexity, and hospital choice. In the US, similar procedures cost around $18,000 / ฿612,000 on average. Patients save around 75% compared to the US. Inclusions usually cover surgeon fees, anesthesia, operating room charges, and standard post-operative medications.

  • Vitrectomy: Most common for severe detachments, requiring specialized surgical equipment and gas or oil.
  • Pneumatic retinopexy: Often the least expensive surgical option for minor, uncomplicated retinal tears.
  • Scleral buckling technique: This manual surgical method adds approximately 15-20% to the base procedure cost.
  • Clinic tier: Choosing specialized private clinics outside luxury hospital networks can reduce costs by 15-20%.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Bangkok is Thailand's primary hub for advanced ophthalmology, offering a higher concentration of JCI-accredited facilities than any other Thai city. This allows patients to find highly specialized care at Bumrungrad International Hospital, which is Newsweek-ranked among the world's best. Their high international patient volume ensures surgeons are exceptionally experienced in complex vitrectomies and refractive complications.

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Retinal detachment surgeryfrom $3,000 / ฿102,000from $1,500 / ฿51,000from $7,500 / ฿255,000
Data verified by Bookimed as of May 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 75 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

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Ponpawee Jindarak

19 years of experience

Dr. Jindarak specializes in retinal detachment surgery with advanced training from the University of Illinois, Chicago.

  • Graduated from Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Medicine
  • Completed an International Clinical Fellowship in Glaucoma
  • Board-certified ophthalmologist with extensive diagnostic expertise
  • Practices at Intrarat Hospital
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Sumet Supalaset

23 years of experience

Specializes in advanced retinal and corneal surgeries with international training at UCLA and Kyoto.

  • Expert in small incision cataract surgery and corneal transplants
  • Published multiple research papers on corneal diseases and refractive surgery
  • Fluent in Thai, English, Chinese, and Japanese
  • Former lecturer at Chulabhorn Royal Academy
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Theppachai Thammikasakul

26 years of experience

Dr. Theppachai Thammikasakul specializes in corneal and refractive surgery, bringing precision to retinal detachment procedures at Intrarat Hospital.

  • Board-certified ophthalmologist with a focus on retinal and corneal surgeries
  • Fellowship-trained in corneal and refractive surgery at Khonkaen University
  • Expertise in both standard and complex retinal detachment cases
  • Practices at Intrarat Hospital, known for advanced eye care
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Manchima Makornwattana

The doctor is a highly experienced ophthalmologist specializing in advanced cataract surgery and refractive procedures. With over 20 years of clinical practice, the doctor has performed thousands of successful eye surgeries, contributing to significant improvements in patients' vision and quality of life. The doctor is board-certified and has been recognized for excellence in patient care and innovative surgical techniques. Additionally, the doctor is actively involved in clinical research, focusing on the development of new treatments for age-related macular degeneration.

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Mohammed Tarique Aziz • Consultation with an ophthalmologist
Bangladesh
Feb 22, 2024
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special thanks to the doctor
the doctor advised me but she didn't tske any charge from me, she gave me her best advice and time. she described every thing about my problem and advised for the solution. special thanks to the doctor.
every thing was good.
try to improve the price. because the price is not suitable for everyone. if price is low you will get more patients from the world. thank you.
Anonymous • Consultation with an ophthalmologist
Russian Federation
Jan 15, 2020
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"I am very happy with the results
Very pleased with the consultation

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Updated: 02/22/2024
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