Glaucoma surgery in Thailand 2026: Cost, Clinics & Reviews

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Bookimed is free for patients – clinics pay us a commission, and you pay the clinic its own price with no markup. Five steps to your glaucoma surgery in Thailand:

Share your case
Tell us about your glaucoma and share your latest scans and medical reports.
Get treatment plans
Your coordinator finds clinics that match your needs and helps you choose. Your preferred clinics then send personalized treatment plans and quotes for you to compare.
Plan your trip
We set treatment dates that work for you and help arrange your flights and accommodation. If needed, we request a visa support letter from the clinic.
Visit the clinic
The clinic team performs your glaucoma surgery on the agreed dates. We support you throughout your trip.
Recover at home
You can fly home after a stay of 7–14 days, and eye pressure stabilizes over 1–3 months. Your coordinator stays in touch and helps arrange a follow-up if you need one.

Some clinics ask for a deposit. A $200 or €200 deposit paid through Bookimed comes off your clinic bill and is refundable up to 10 calendar days before your visit. A deposit paid to the clinic follows its own terms.

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Glaucoma surgery Prices by Clinic in Thailand

Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital

Thailand, Bangkok

Wiwan Sansanayudh

20 years of experience

Clinic is certified :

Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital was the first specialized eye facility in Asia to earn AACI accreditation. The team performs minimally invasive surgery using the Xen Gel Stent. This small gelatin tube helps lower eye pressure through a tiny incision. Procedures often take only about 5 minutes, leading to faster recovery times. The medical staff include specialists like Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yanin Suwan, who completed a research fellowship at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.

diagnostics
Consultation with an ophthalmologist	$60

Bangkok Christian Hospital (BCH)

Thailand, Bangkok

Dr. Kanokwan Yuttitham leads glaucoma care at Bangkok Christian Hospital with international training from the University of California, San Francisco. She completed a specialized glaucoma fellowship at Rajavithi Hospital. The ophthalmology department operates from the dedicated Moberley Building for focused eye care. This facility holds ISO 27001 and 27799 certifications for patient privacy and data security. International patients can access medical interpreter services to help with communication during their stay in Bangkok. The clinic specializes in treating both glaucoma and cataracts.

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Cost and clinics

Typical glaucoma surgery price in Thailand	Clinics	Accreditations	Cities	Glaucoma surgery surgeons	Surgeon experience
$2,800 / ฿95,200–$4,800 / ฿163,200	2 clinics	AACI (1 clinic)	Bangkok (0 clinics)	7 surgeons	~100% of surgeons have 10+ years of practice (median 19 years)

The procedure

Before the trip	Time in Thailand	Nights in hospital	Operation time	Anesthesia	Back to desk work	Final result
Have eye exam and pressure test, review medicines, arrange escort and eye drops, treat infections	1 visit (one operation on one eye; the second eye is usually done separately, weeks apart if needed) (first trip 7–14 days)	None (outpatient procedure)	30–90 minutes	Local	7–28 days	1–3 months

How much does a Glaucoma surgery cost in Thailand?

Glaucoma surgery in Thailand is estimated from $2,800 / ฿95,200 to $4,800 / ฿163,200. The final quote depends on the procedure type, hospital tier, and whether one or both eyes need treatment.

	Thailand	Turkey	Austria
Glaucoma surgery	≈ $2,800 / ฿95,200	from $2,600 / ฿88,400	≈ $3,800 / ฿129,200

Data verified by Bookimed as of November 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 22 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

How to choose a Glaucoma surgery clinic in Thailand

For glaucoma surgery in Thailand, compare clinic locations, prepare your medical record, meet the surgeon, confirm who will perform the needed technique, and ask about qualifications and facility standards.

What to check

Compare cities
Bookimed lists 2 clinics for glaucoma surgery in Thailand – its top-ranked options are all in Bangkok.
Prepare for consultation
Send the full medical record to the surgical team, and discuss treatment options and ask questions before deciding.
Match your specialist
Ask whether the surgeon you meet personally performs the technique needed for glaucoma surgery – Bookimed doctors have a median of 19 years of practice.
Credentials and facilities
Ask whether the team is licensed by the Medical Council of Thailand, what training it has, and which standards the clinic follows.

Discover Glaucoma surgery Clinics in Thailand

Clinic Name	Patient Rating	About	Accreditations	Lead Doctor	Techniques
Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital Bangkok	4.7 (1 review)	Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital was the first specialized eye facility in Asia to earn AACI accreditation. The team performs minimally invasive surgery using the Xen Gel Stent. This small gelatin tube helps lower eye pressure through a tiny incision. Procedures often take only about 5 minutes, leading to faster recovery times. The medical staff include specialists like Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yanin Suwan, who completed a research fellowship at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.	—	Wiwan Sansanayudh 20 years	Xen Gel Stent implantation
Bangkok Christian Hospital (BCH) Bangkok	4.1	Dr. Kanokwan Yuttitham leads glaucoma care at Bangkok Christian Hospital with international training from the University of California, San Francisco. She completed a specialized glaucoma fellowship at Rajavithi Hospital. The ophthalmology department operates from the dedicated Moberley Building for focused eye care. This facility holds ISO 27001 and 27799 certifications for patient privacy and data security. International patients can access medical interpreter services to help with communication during their stay in Bangkok. The clinic specializes in treating both glaucoma and cataracts.	—	—	—

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Ponpawee Jindarak

19 years of experience

Dr. Jindarak specializes in glaucoma surgery with international training at Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary – a leading center for eye care.

Graduated from Chulalongkorn University – one of Thailand's top medical schools
Certified ophthalmologist with specialized glaucoma fellowship
Practices at Intrarat Hospital with comprehensive eye care services

Theppachai Thammikasakul

26 years of experience

Dr. Thammikasakul specializes in glaucoma surgery with advanced training in corneal and refractive procedures at Khonkaen University.

Board-certified ophthalmologist with expertise in complex eye conditions
Fellowship-trained in corneal and refractive surgery
Practices at Intrarat Hospital, a leading eye care center
Graduated from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine

Wiwan Sansanayudh

20 years of experience

Dr. Sansanayudh brings global expertise in corneal surgery, trained at top institutions like Toronto Western Hospital and UCSF's Proctor Foundation.

Specializes in cornea, external disease, and refractive surgery
Faculty member at Phramongkulklao Hospital
Published in international ophthalmology journals
Regular presenter at global conferences

Yanin Suwan

16 years of experience

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yanin Suwan specializes in glaucoma surgery at Bangkok Eye Hospital, with a focus on complex cases like pseudophakic angle-closure.

Associate Professor at Mahidol University's Ophthalmology Department
Published research on glaucoma and angle-closure mechanisms
Expert in OCT angiography and cataract-related glaucoma
Contributed to understanding rare angle-closure cases

Why choose Thailand for a Glaucoma surgery

Multiple laser options with glaucoma specialists

	Typical price	vs Thailand
Thailand (this page)	$2,800 – $4,800	–
GB	from $4,800	+71%
US	from $6,500	+132%
Turkey	from $2,600	−7%

Glaucoma surgery recovery timeline: what to expect week by week

You can fly home after 7–14 days with your surgeon’s approval. This follows day-1 and week-1 checks, once eye pressure is stable and healing is uncomplicated. You may return to work in 7–28 days, with desk work often possible after 1–2 weeks, while minimally invasive glaucoma surgery may allow a faster return. Light activity may resume earlier, exercise in 2–6 weeks, and pressure stabilizes over 1–3 months as surgery aims to lower pressure, not improve vision.

Day 0–1
Your vision may be blurred, and you will have an eye shield and a first-day pressure check. Keep the shield on as instructed, and do not rub or press on your eye.
Weeks 1–2
Your surgeon may clear you to fly home after 7–14 days, following day-1 and week-1 checks, if pressure is stable and healing is uncomplicated. Use drops, attend frequent visits, and avoid bending with your head down, lifting, straining, water, and dust as vision clears.
Weeks 2–6
Your activity may gradually return to normal as drops are adjusted or tapered and your bleb or tube is assessed. Avoid strenuous exercise and swimming until cleared.
Months 1–3
Your pressure stabilizes and healing completes, although you may need updated glasses. Pressure control may take 1–3 months.

When to contact your clinic: Contact your clinic promptly for rapid vision loss or increasing eye redness. Seek emergency care for excessive pain. For chest pain or sudden breathlessness after a long flight, seek emergency help locally.

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Thailand Glaucoma surgery Reviews at Bookimed: Discover Patients' Insights

Anonymous • LASIK eye surgery

United States of America

Sep 3, 2026

Verified review.

Staffs are beyond awesome

My main worry before travelling was the potential language barrier. It was a bit of a challenge, as more widespread "English speaking could make communication easy," but the coordinator was great and we managed. The clinic itself was impeccable. I can honestly say the "Staffs are beyond awesome. Clinic is super cleaned." I had PRK surface laser surgery on both eyes, and it was reassuring that the surgeon personally performed the procedure. The aftercare guide provided was very clear, though there has been little contact since. For future patients: definitely bring a pair of sunglasses and download a translation app. Doing your own research on the procedure will also help you understand what's involved.

Staffs are beyond awesome. Clinic is super cleaned.

English speaking could make communication easy even though the coordinator was great.

Intrarat Hospital

Anonymous • Laser eye surgery

Thailand

Aug 17, 2026

Verified review.

Everything perfect

The information was partly very good, and the clinic is perfect. However, what the price for this very good service is, should have been clearer from the beginning of the process – that was my biggest concern. Nevertheless, my doctor instilled confidence by personally conducting all examinations, showing me my eye scans, and explaining the appropriate laser technique for the surgery on my one eye. Everything perfect. So far, recovery is proceeding as expected. The clinic remains in contact and is easily reachable, which greatly supports the aftercare. I cannot advise anything for the preparation as everything necessary was available on site.

Sometimes very good information on what to do! Perfect clinic!

What is the price for this very good information must be clear to see from the beginning of the process.

TRSC International Eye and Vision Center

Mohammed Tarique Aziz • Consultation with an ophthalmologist

Feb 22, 2024

Verified review.

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.

Bumrungrad International Hospital

Anonymous • Consultation with an ophthalmologist

Jan 15, 2020

Verified review.

"I am very happy with the results

Very pleased with the consultation

Bumrungrad International Hospital

Anonymous • Cataract surgery with IOL replacement

United Kingdom

Sep 5, 2026

During my consultation, the surgeon personally tested my eyes thoroughly and explained which trifocal lens would best suit my lifestyle. The hospital itself was very modern and clean; the doctors, staff, and translator were excellent. My surgery on both eyes went without a hitch. It was very quick and painless. However, Bookimed could have been clearer on the pricing. I was quoted one price but was charged about 40% more, even after I asked the coordinator to confirm the quote was the all-in total. While there were no additional expenses from the clinic and the aftercare guide is excellent, this part was not professional. My advice for future patients is to confirm if the price you are quoted is the real price you will pay.

Very modern and clean hospital , the doctors , staff and translator were excellent . My consultation was thorough everything was checked and everything was explained to me . On the day of the surgery everything went as planned and on time with every doctor and staff friendly and welcoming . The lense replacement went without a hitch and was very quick and painless . The follow up and after care is excellent .

Bookimed could and should have been clear on the pricing as I was quoted one price but ended up been charged about 40% more even after I asked the Bookimed coordinator to confirm the price quoted was an all in total price . Once the hospital gave me the price and I and the hospital contacted the coordinator I was the shown were it stated th price could be between two parameters . Not very professional , I had already read the pricing parameters and was aware I might have to pay more . But again I did ask Bookimed coordinator was the price quoted the total price and I got back the answer yes . Something to think about for the future .

Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital

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Updated: 11/08/2026

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FAQ about Glaucoma surgery in Thailand

What documents are required to apply for a visa to Thailand for treatment?

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

ID card
confirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnaire
certificate of income and availability of funds (20,000 baht per person/40,000 baht per family)
insurance policy for a stay in Thailand (original and copy)
2 photos (4x6)
visa receipt
booking of round-trip air ticket (paid in full) and hotel
medical opinion about the need for treatment.

What is the level of medicine in Thailand?

Healthcare is the key development sector of the Thai government. The Thai authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 25 billion baht for healthcare annually.

As a result, 36,673 medical facilities provide excellent medical care in the country. 64 centers in the Kingdom have certificate of JCI (Joint Commission International), the international improver of healthcare quality and safety across the globe. The index of certificates obtained is the largest. To compare, Israel has 20 JCI-accredited facilities, and Germany — only 10 clinics of this type.

When is the best time to travel to Thailand?

The main advantage of Thai resorts is the long beach season. On the east coast and west coast the climate features are different, so take it into account when planning the trip. The best time to travel is during the cool and dry season between November and early April. A large influx of tourists is in March-May, when the air temperature is +30°C.

What should you know about Thailand before the trip?

Official name	The Kingdom of Thailand
Currency	Thai Baht (you also can pay for services in dollars)
Best period for the trip	November-early April
Language	Thai (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)
Visa	is required for a trip of 3-6 months
Time difference with Europe	7 hours
Time difference with the USA	12 hours
Capital	Bangkok
Medical tourism center	Bangkok
Popular resorts	Koh Samui, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Koh Chang, Hua Hin

What hotel service is provided here?

In the Kingdom of Thailand, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. The level of Thai hotels is comparable to hotels in Tunisia, Morocco or Egypt. 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?

For now, the Kingdom of Thailand requires different visa regimens for diverse states. Some foreigners can stay in the country 60 days without visa control, some of them — only 14 days.

How long you can stay in Thailand and what countries can cross the border easy read here.

Last review: 11/08/2026

Content meets the Bookimed Editorial Policy and is medically reviewed by

Fahad Mawlood — General practitioner. Winner of 4 scientific awards. Served in Western Asia. Former Team Leader of a medical team supporting Arabic-speaking patients. Now responsible for data processing and medical content accuracy.

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