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LASIK eye surgery in Turkey: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

Why do patients choose Turkey for LASIK eye surgery?

  • Accredited clinics: JCI-certified hospitals and centers accredited by Turkey’s Ministry of Health ensure top-quality care.
  • Latest technologies: Procedures such as femto LASIK and iLASIK use cutting-edge devices like the VISX STAR S4 IR Excimer Laser and IntraLase FS Laser. These tools provide precise and safe procedures.
  • High success rates: LASIK eye surgery in Turkey boasts an efficacy rate of 96%. The outcomes are excellent for patients with myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.
  • Expert surgeons: Leading ophthalmologists, certified by international boards, have performed over 10,000 LASIK surgeries. This showcases their extensive experience and expertise.

Access advanced LASIK eye surgery solutions in trusted clinics from $1,600.

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How Much Does LASIK eye surgery Cost in Turkey?

The cost of laser eye surgery in Turkey ranges from $1,690 to $1,900, depending on the procedure and clinic. The I-lasik, intralase, or PRK-wavefront procedure costs approximately $1,600, while the more advanced SMILE ReLEx procedure is priced at $2,400. Some packages include accommodation, transportation, and post-operative care.

Included: Meet at the airport, transfer to hospital, 2 nights accommodation with a companion, pre and post-operative controls, laser correction operation for both eyes, transport to airport, and translator service.

Not included: Cafeteria food and other services (extra charge), rapid COVID-19 test (if needed).

The price research is based on updated and verified costs from the Bookimed partner clinics.

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Discover the Best LASIK eye surgery Clinics in Turkey: 11 Verified Options and Prices

Memorial Şişli Hospital

Turkey, Istanbul

Abdullah Ozkaya

21 years of experience
Clinic is certified

Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul is one of the largest and most prominent multidisciplinary medical centers in Turkey, accredited by the JCI for its high quality of care. Patients from 92 countries choose Memorial Şişli for treatment annually. Doctor Abdullah Özkaya, an ophthalmologist with 15+ years of experience, offers Laser eye surgery in Turkey at Memorial Şişli. The offer includes consumable materials, preoperative tests, consultation, airport transfer, and individual chamber. The procedure requires 0 day stay in the hospital and 7 days stay in the hotel. Reviews of the clinic are positive, praising the professionalism and care of Memorial Şişli's staff.

Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital

Turkey, Istanbul

Nesrin Tutas Gunaydin

15 years of experience
Clinic is certified
  • Having the first LEED Platinum certificate in Turkey, the hospital creates an eco-friendly, comfortable environment for patients undergoing Laser eye surgery.
  • Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital offers a comprehensive approach to Laser eye surgery, ensuring patients receive personalized care throughout their treatment.
  • Patients benefit from a personal coordinator who assists with all aspects of their Laser eye surgery, including transfers and language services.
  • The clinic's close proximity to Istanbul Ataturk International Airport, just a 5-minute drive, provides convenient access for international patients seeking Laser eye surgery.
  • Accredited by the International Organization for Standardization, the clinic adheres to stringent quality standards in all Laser eye surgery procedures.

Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Turkey, Istanbul

Derda Ozer

15 years of experience
Clinic is certified

VM Hospitals is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Istanbul, Turkey. The team specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, ophthalmology, organ transplant, and plastic surgery. VM Hospitals serves both adults and children. Patients from Europe & Commonwealth, CIS countries, and Arab League States visit the clinic most often. The clinic offers LASIK eye surgery procedure under supervision of experienced doctor Semih Urvasizoglu. The offer includes consultation with an ophthalmologist, follow-up visit and accommodation and transfer are not included. The procedure requires 0 days in the hospital and 3 days stay in the hotel.

The reviews of the clinic are mixed. Some patients are delighted with the treatment and service and highly recommend it while others complain about the lack of transportation and customer service.

If you are considering LASIK eye surgery in Turkey, VM Hospitals provide professional services under the supervision of Doctor Semih Urvasizoglu. You can read more about the offer on Bookimed website.

Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler

Turkey, Istanbul

Anil Kubaloglu

26 years of experience
Clinic is certified

Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler is a private single-specialty medical center located in Istanbul, Turkey, specialized in ophthalmology. It serves both adults and children, with many foreign patients visiting the clinic every month. The clinic is offering the IntraLase Laser Eye Surgery procedure as part of their Black Friday Special I-lasik, Intralase offer for both eyes. It includes a follow-up visit, examination, blood tests, preoperative tests, transfer airport-clinic-airport, individual chamber, and a 2 day stay in the hospital. The doctor performing the surgery is Baha Toygar, with more than 20 years of experience in the field.

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Faruk Eroglu

32 years of experience
  • Dr. Faruk Eroglu specializes in LASIK eye surgery, utilizing advanced methods.
  • Innovative LASIK techniques include Wavefront-guided LASIK, Topography-guided LASIK, and All-Laser LASIK.
  • International practice in the EU and the USA enhances his LASIK surgery expertise.
  • Holds certifications in Ophthalmology, ensuring high standards in LASIK procedures.
  • Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS).
  • Provides online consultations for global patients seeking LASIK information.
  • Fluent in multiple languages, offering a broader patient communication range.
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Remzi Karadag

24 years of experience
  • Dr. Remzi Karadag specializes in advanced LASIK eye surgery.
  • Utilizes methods such as wavefront-guided, topography-guided LASIK, and all-laser LASIK.
  • Internationally trained at Wills Eye Hospital, USA, in corneal procedures.
  • Performed over 40,000 surgeries, including high-precision LASIK operations.
  • Certified by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS).
  • Member of European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS).
  • Offers online consultations for international patients considering LASIK.
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Hamdi Er

28 years of experience
  • Performed over 12,000 surgeries, including lasik eye surgery.
  • Trained in the USA and the UK: London, San Diego, Houston, Los Angeles.
  • Member of TOD (Turkish Ophthalmological Association), ASRS (American Society of Retina Specialists), AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology), EVRS (European VitreoRetinal Society).
  • Expert in lasik eye surgery and laser eye surgery techniques.
  • Published 63 international research papers on ophthalmology.
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Anil Kubaloglu

26 years of experience
  • Dr. Anil Kubaloglu uses wavefront-guided LASIK for precise vision correction.
  • He has received international training in Turkey, which has broadened his knowledge of LASIK procedures.
  • He is a member of the American Society for Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS).
  • He is certified by the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS).
  • He is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).

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Nazaqat Khan • Laser eye surgery
United Kingdom
Nov 26, 2024
Verified review.
Overall I have to give the bookimed team a top rating
The staff at Bookimed from the initial off-set answered all my questions, queries promptly. I was nervous with feelings swaying about my treatment. Upon arrival in Turkey from the airport transfer onwards, I have got to say all doubts were a contrast as to what I witnessed and to the treatment I received. On the first day the hotel staff were welcoming by the way I stayed local to VMH University Hospital Istanbul Besyol, at a budget I chose the World Point Hotel 700 meters away (Ramada Hotel was even closer.) I'm not arguing with what I paid, hygiene, cleanliness, manners, availability of staff, room, I got and witnessed. The transfer to the Hospital l walked with my translator, who put all my nerves and questions I had to bed, I must say I felt alot better. On arrival I was astounded, the smell of freshness, clean, I had to ask the translator how many floors 9 was the reply, Big, busy different ethnicities different cultures, vast array of people from all parts of the world, I felt comfortable. The level of equipment, the Doctors, staff members would not go amiss in any Country. The treatment I received the interaction which you have with the Doctor was of great effect to me as the knowledge about my treatment gained was instrumental in what was to happen. Overall I have to give the bookimed team a top rating. I would recommend anyone who is thinking of surgery abroad of any kind to get in touch with them, I can assure you, you will not be disappointed. Thank you.
Arnelia Fransiska • LASIK eye surgery
New Zealand
Apr 1, 2024
Verified review.
Highly recommended!
I enjoyed my time in the hospital. Despite some language barrier with the driver and Staff,everything went smooth. Really appreciate Wissam, his boss and the doctor. Wissam went above and beyond to make sure my journey was smooth. They arranged pick up from airport to hotel, and every trips from hotel to hospital and back. I do wish the staff would smile a bit and speak English a bit since it's an international hospital. The doctor was really open and honest with what he can and cannot fix, which I appreciate. Price similar to what was discussed, no hidden cost. Only 24 hours after the surgery I was already in blue mosque enjoying the view with no issue whatsoever. Highly recommended!
About Bookimed service
Love the pre chat, the care and all arrangement.
Diane • LASIK eye surgery
Seychelles
Nov 5, 2023
Verified review.
I had an extremely frustrating experience at the hospital . None of the staff spoke English, which made it nearly impossible to communicate my concerns and questions. To make matters worse, they refused to accept card payments, and instead, they provided third-party payment details, which raised a huge financial red flag for me. To add insult to injury, I was required to pay a deposit of $200 in cash, which I later found out was non-refundable. This is completely unfair and unacceptable. It left me feeling both financially and emotionally distressed, and I wouldn't recommend this hospital to anyone. Clear communication and fair payment practices are fundamental aspects of any healthcare facility, and this hospital failed miserably in both regards. In addition to the communication and payment issues, I must mention that the hospital was located in a completely unsuitable area for tourists. This made the overall experience even more distressing. Visitors to a foreign country expect medical facilities to be accessible and accommodating, but this hospital was situated in a place that made it extremely inconvenient and uncomfortable for travelers. It's an important factor to consider for anyone planning to visit the area and needing medical care.
Joshua • LASIK eye surgery
United Kingdom
May 4, 2023
Verified review.
Yes, I approve. I would like to thank the VM Hospital team for everything. very good customer service and we were satisfied with the treatment. if you don't understand the language they have a translator.
Aliya Kamran • LASIK eye surgery
Italy
Jan 31, 2024
Verified review.
Everything was beyond my expectation
I'm glad I chose bookimed for my femtolasik surgery in turkey, they have been so professional and helpful in every step. I'd personally like to thank Wissam for his assistance throughout the journey. Everything was beyond my expectation, the hospital, the doctors and the staff. I'm so hapy with the outcome of my surgery. Thankyou bookimed for helping me choose the best!
Anonymous • LASIK eye surgery
United States of America
Sep 15, 2024
Verified review.
I would like to thank VMH hospitals very much and recommend them to everyone
VMH hospitals. I had an operation there, and it was successful. I would like to thank VMH hospitals very much and recommend them to everyone.
Sultan • LASIK eye surgery
Poland
Jun 10, 2024
Verified review.
Thank you very much for everything went well and smoothly
I was worried about the organisation of laser correction because I had never been to Turkey and did not know how to get it done. Thanks to Bukimed and the operator Catherine, I was able to get reliable information about the clinic and have the operation. Thank you very much for everything went well and smoothly.
Ease of communication via chat and full service package
About Bookimed service
I found the advert via google and left an application and was further contacted by an operator and learnt everything I needed to do the transaction
Anonymous • LASIK eye surgery
Canada
Sep 20, 2024
Verified review.
They were very successful
I had Smile Lasik at VMH hospitals. They were very successful. I recommend it to everyone.
Savannah • LASIK eye surgery
United Kingdom
Apr 30, 2022
Verified review.
I would definitely recommend and I'm soo happy I went through with it
I really enjoyed my experience at the clinic, Anastasia was amazing, she literally showed me everything and took me everywhere on the day, even to the pharmacy to pick up all my eye drops and held my hand during the surgery (I was a little worried). Everything went very smoothly and it was very quick. After the surgery my eyes did hurt a fair amount as they explain if you have the no touch laser surgery like I did but I recovered after a few days and now my sight is great. I would defined recommend and I’m soo happy I went through with it.
About Bookimed service
100% satisfied with the support, I liked how they sourced out loads of different clinic prices and even went back and negotiated the prices and got them lower
Client • LASIK eye surgery
United States of America
Jun 22, 2024
Verified review.
I couldn’t ask for a better experience
I couldn’t ask for a better experience. I was picked up and dropped off to my appointment and hotel. I felt safe and comfortable the entire way
How quick the recovery was
Can’t think of anything
About Bookimed service
I had many options to choose from when it came to the procedure I was looking for, and they followed me through the entire process. I made it very easy to understand and comfortable to follow through with.

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Updated: 11/26/2024
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Fast Facts about LASIK eye surgery

LASIK eye surgery

LASIK surgery is a laser vision correction procedure that reshapes the cornea to improve visual acuity.

Pros: LASIK surgery offers quick vision improvement with 96% of patients achieving desired vision. Fast recovery time makes it convenient for most individuals.
Cons: Potential for dry eyes and glare, affecting 20% of patients post-surgery. Not suitable for individuals with thin corneas or severe vision issues.
Effectiveness: 96%
Duration: 30 minutes
Recovery: 1-2 days
Best for: Mild to moderate myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism correction. Ideal for those with healthy corneas.
Prices: View costs of other techniques

All You Need to Know about LASIK eye surgery in Turkey

  1. What is the cost of LASIK eye surgery in Turkey?
    The cost of LASIK eye surgery in Turkey varies depending on the clinic and the type of procedure you choose. Generally, the cost of a basic LASIK procedure starts from $1,000 and can go up to $3,000. Some clinics may offer packages that include additional tests and follow-up visits for a higher price.
  2. What is the average healing time for eye surgery in Turkey?
    The average healing time for LASIK eye surgery in Turkey is typically three to four weeks. During this time, your vision will improve gradually and you may experience some discomfort or sensitivity to light. Your doctor will advise you on how to care for your eyes during the healing period.
  3. What is the success rate in Turkey?
    The success rate of LASIK eye surgery in Turkey is very high, with most patients achieving 20/20 vision or better. The success rate depends on the type of procedure you choose and the doctor's experience performing the surgery. Generally, the success rate is 95-98% for those with mild to moderate levels of nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
  4. What qualifications should I look for in an eye surgeon in Turkey?
    When selecting an eye surgeon in Turkey, it is vital to ensure they are qualified and experienced in LASIK eye surgery. The doctor should be board certified and have a good record of providing successful outcomes. You should also ask about the types of technology they use and the protocols they follow to ensure patient safety.
  5. What are the risks associated with surgery?
    Although LASIK eye surgery is generally a safe procedure, some risks are associated with it. These include dry eyes, halos or glare around lights, and under- or over-correction of vision. In rare cases, complications such as infection, scarring, and retina damage can occur. It is important to discuss the risks and possible complications with your doctor before undergoing the procedure.
  6. What type of aftercare is required following LASIK eye surgery in Turkey?
    Aftercare is an essential part of the LASIK eye surgery process in Turkey. Your doctor will provide detailed instructions on how to care for your eyes following the procedure. This may include taking antibiotics and eye drops to reduce the risk of infection, and wearing sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun. Additionally, your doctor may recommend regular follow-up visits to monitor your progress.
  7. How long do the results last?
    The results of LASIK eye surgery in Turkey typically last a lifetime. However, this can vary depending on your age, health, and lifestyle. If you experience any changes in your vision or any other symptoms, it is important to consult your doctor right away.
  8. What is the recovery time?
    The recovery time for LASIK eye surgery in Turkey is typically quick. Most patients experience improved vision within a day or two and can resume normal activities within a few days. However, it is important to follow your doctor’s instructions for aftercare and follow-up visits to ensure the best results.
  9. Are there any alternatives to LASIK in Turkey?
    There are other options for correcting vision in Turkey such as PRK, LASEK, and ICL. These procedures are similar to LASIK but may better suit specific individuals. Your doctor can advise you on which procedure is best for you.
  10. What is the age limit for LASIK eye surgery in Turkey?
    The age limit for LASIK eye surgery in Turkey is typically 18 years old, although some clinics may accept younger patients. Generally, the best candidates are those between 18 and 40 who have had a stable vision for at least one year. It is essential to discuss your eligibility with your doctor before undergoing the procedure.