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Cataract surgery with IOL replacement in Thailand: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

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How Much Does Cataract surgery with IOL replacement Cost in Thailand?

The cost of cataract surgery with IOL replacement in Thailand typically ranges from $1,200 / ฿40,800 to $2,000 / ฿68,000. Prices vary depending on the clinic, the surgeon’s experience, the type of intraocular lens (monofocal, multifocal, or toric), and whether one or both eyes are treated. In the United States, the average cost is $4,500 / ฿153,000 (according to AAO). Cataract surgery in Thailand is about 64% less expensive than in the U.S.

Thai clinics usually include pre-op assessments, the surgeon’s fee, standard monofocal IOLs, anesthesia, the procedure itself, medications, and at least one follow-up visit. In the U.S., the base price often covers only standard IOLs and surgery, with extras—like premium lenses, advanced diagnostics, and post-op medications—billed separately. Always confirm what’s included at each clinic.

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Our Cataract surgery with IOL replacement Packages in Thailand October 2025

Phacoemulsification with IOL implantation

TRSC International Eye and Vision Center

Thailand, Bangkok

Pichit Naripthaphan

28 years of experience
  • Dr. Pichit Naripthaphan completed a research fellowship in retina and vitreous at USC Medical School, USA.
  • TRSC International Eye and Vision Center welcomes international patients from the CIS, Europe, Asia, the USA, Canada, and Australia.
  • Included Services: Coffee zone, post-operative care, wound dressing set, post-op medications, follow-up visit, consultation with an ophthalmologist.
  • Stay Info: 1 day hospital room stay and 1 day hotel stay; accommodation not included in the price.
  • Technique: Phacoemulsification with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation.

Discover the Best Cataract surgery with IOL replacement Clinics in Thailand: 4 Verified Options and Prices

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Intrarat Hospital

Intrarat Hospital

Thailand, Bangkok

Sumet Supalaset

22 years of experience
Clinic is certified :
4.73 reviews
Price on request
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Bumrungrad International Hospital

Bumrungrad International Hospital

Thailand, Bangkok
Clinic is certified :

Bumrungrad eye specialists perform IOL (intraocular lens) replacement after the cataract surgery. Intraocular lens implantation is the compulsory part of phacoemulsification or the femtosecond laser surgery.

Ophthalmologists use artificial intraocular lenses. There are such types of the lenses as plastic, acrylic, and silicone. An ophthalmologist determines the IOL type for each patient according to the individual characteristics.

The artificial lenses used in Bumrungrad Hospital are highly qualitative and safe. The intraocular lens cost is 2-3 times lower than in American, Australian, and European medical centers.

4.6127 reviews
diagnostics
Ophthalmological investigation $70
treatment
Cataract surgery with IOL replacement$2,650 - $5,160
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Bangkok Hospital Pattaya

Bangkok Hospital Pattaya

Thailand, Pattaya
Clinic is certified :
  • Bangkok Hospital Pattaya is certified by TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation, showcasing its quality in cataract surgery with IOL replacement.
  • Included in the top 10 list of Best Medical Service by Tourism Authority of Thailand, attracting many international patients.
  • Offers special promotional packages, making cataract surgery with IOL replacement affordable for foreign patients.
  • Receives over 400,000 patients yearly from 150 countries, indicating trust in its medical services.
  • Prime Minister's Export Award for excellent medical services highlights its expertise in treating international patients.
4.05 reviews
Price on request
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Cataract surgery with IOL replacement Overview in Thailand

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85%
Surgery Time - 1 hour
Stay in the country - 2 days
Rehabilitation - 1 day
Anesthesia - Local anesthesia
Requests processed - 15215
Bookimed fees - $0

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Sumet Supalaset

22 years of experience

Dr. Sumet Supalaset, MD, is a specialist in cornea and refractive surgery. He holds certifications from top institutions in London, Kyoto, and Chiang Mai University. He completed observership training at UCLA. Dr. Sumet earned his bachelor's degree in ophthalmology from Phramongkutklao Hospital and graduated with honors from Chulalongkorn University in 1997.

He has published research articles in international journals. His work focuses on LASIK, corneal diseases, and advanced refractive procedures. Dr. Sumet is skilled in many surgical techniques, including LASIK, SMILE, PRK, ICL, phacoemulsification, corneal transplantation, and tumor excision. He is a former lecturer at Chulabhorn Hospital. Dr. Sumet speaks Thai, English, Chinese, and Japanese.

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Mohammed Tarique Aziz • Consultation with an ophthalmologist
Bangladesh
Feb 22, 2024
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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.
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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.
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Jan 15, 2020
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Fast Facts about Cataract surgery with IOL replacement

Cataract surgery with IOL replacement

This procedure involves removing the cloudy lens of the eye and replacing it with an artificial intraocular lens to restore clear vision.

Pros: High success rates of over 95% for improved vision. Quick recovery time with most patients seeing clearly within a few days.
Cons: Potential for minor post-operative complications like dry eyes or halos around lights in less than 10% of cases.
Effectiveness: 98% of patients achieve significantly improved vision.
Duration: 1-2 hours
Recovery: 1-2 weeks
Best for: Individuals with cataracts causing vision impairment, affecting daily activities.
Prices: View costs of other techniques

FAQ about Cataract surgery with IOL replacement in Thailand

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 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.