Photorefractive keratectomy in Turkey typically costs from $1,000 to $1,800 for both eyes. Final pricing depends on the laser technology used, clinic accreditation tier, and geographical location within Turkish medical hubs. Patients save approximately 42% compared to the US, where average prices reach $2,400. Standard Turkish packages often include preoperative ocular mapping, surgeon consultations, and anesthetic fees.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a high-volume specialist in Istanbul provides the best value-to-safety ratio. For example, Associate Professor M. Derda Ozer offers packages around $750, supported by JCI and Temos accreditations. Alternatively, Veni Vidi Eye Clinics perform over 50,000 procedures annually using specialized topography analysis. Selecting surgeons with over 20,000 cases ensures elite expertise at mid-range costs.
Why do patients choose Turkey for photorefractive keratectomy (PRK)?
Access advanced Photorefractive keratectomy solutions in trusted clinics from $1,400.
| Turkey | Austria | Spain | |
| Photorefractive keratectomy | from $1,000 | from $1,600 | from $1,500 |
No hidden fees – just official clinic prices. Pay at the clinic for Photorefractive keratectomy upon arrival and use a flexible installment plan if needed.
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This package covers a full diagnostic workup plus oral and visual consultations for approximately $1,400. Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici, with over 30 years of experience and 20,000+ procedures, performs the treatment at his Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici's Private Practice. The clinic, which treats over 8,000 international patients annually, includes all preoperative tests and follow-up examinations in the transparent fee.
This package combines the IFS 150 femtosecond and Alcon EX500 excimer lasers for bladeless Femto-LASIK with high precision. Associate Professor Muhammet Derda Ozer, an ECFMG-certified ophthalmologist with a US fellowship, performs the procedure at the TEMOS-accredited Associate Professor M. Derda Ozer DERDA SAGLIK HIZMETLERI. It costs around $1,600, covering full diagnostics, surgery, medications, and a 2-night 4-star hotel stay with VIP transfers.
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Associate Professor Ozer specializes in PRK with advanced training at Wills Eye Institute and extensive research in refractive surgery.
Dr. Derda Ozer specializes in advanced eye conditions with a focus on surgical retina and ocular oncology, bringing expertise from prestigious institutions.
Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici has performed over 20,000 eye surgeries, specializing in photorefractive keratectomy at his private practice.
30,000+ surgical cases over _doctor_9022_years_ – Dr. Yilmaz specializes in advanced eye procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.
A type of laser eye surgery that reshapes the cornea to correct vision problems such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.
Healthcare is the key development sector of the Turkish government. The Turkish authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 77 billion liras for healthcare annually.
As a result, 28,000 medical facilities provide excellent medical care in the country. About 50 centers 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.
| Currency | lira (you also can pay for services in dollars and euros) |
| Best period for the trip | May-October |
| Language | Turkish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently) |
| Visa | is not required for a trip of at least 30 days per visit |
| Time difference with Europe | 3 hours |
| Time difference with the USA | 8 hours |
| Capital | Ankara |
| Medical tourism center | Istanbul |
| Popular resorts | Alanya, Antalya, Kemer, Marmaris |
In Turkey, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. The level of Turkish 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.
The main advantage of Turkish resorts is the long beach season. On the Mediterranean coast, it starts in April and lasts until November. In the resorts of the Aegean Sea — from May to October. The most comfortable time for swimming is from mid-June to the end of October. A large influx of tourists is in July-August, when the air temperature is +38°C, and the water warms up to +27°C.
In 2020, the Republic of Turkey has visa-free agreements with 89 states. Some foreigners are exempted from obtaining entry visas, others are required to receive an electronic visa (e-Visa), and still others must apply for a visa at Turkish missions abroad.
What states need a visa for treatment in Turkey and what countries can cross the border free and easy read here.
Visas for travel to Turkey require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. Lists of documents includes: