Best Countries for Corneal Topography Abroad: TOP-15 Clinics

Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler is a private single-specialty eye center, open since 2007. It treats 66,000 patients annually and is a trusted choice for politicians, celebrities, and artists. Core specialties include ophthalmology, ocular oncology, and neurology.

• Holds the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish government.
• Certified by TÜV NORD CERT under DIN EN ISO 9001 for quality management.
• Also accredited by the Turkish Medical Association (TMA).
• Popular with patients from CIS countries, Europe, the Commonwealth, and Arab League states.
• Offers comprehensive eye care for both adults and children.

Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya is a specialized ophthalmology clinic treating around 30,000 patients each year. It is part of the Dunyagoz Hospital Group and holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish government. Its core strengths are ophthalmology, orthopedics and neurology.

• ISO 9001 certified by TÜV NORD CERT, plus accreditation from the Turkish Medical Association.
• Open 24/7, 365 days a year with 17 departments, each on its own floor.
• Spacious play area for children. Professional interpreters available for international patients.
• Located in a modern building in Antalya, operating since April 2010.

Valued Med Hub Hospitals is a private multi-specialty center in Istanbul. It has 100 doctors across 20 departments. The clinic treats adults and children in neurosurgery, oncology, ophthalmology, and transplantology and holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish government.

• 300 patients from Europe, CIS, the USA, Canada, Australia, and the Arab League visit annually.
• Accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.
• Performs organ transplants and complex brain and spinal procedures.

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici's Private Practice is a private, single-specialty ophthalmology clinic in Istanbul, Turkey, treating over 8,000 patients yearly. The lead surgeon, with over 34 years of experience, has performed 25,000+ procedures, including 1,000+ eye surgeries a year, in cataract, LASIK, blepharoplasty, strabismus, and glaucoma care, and has authored 94 peer-reviewed scientific publications.

The surgeon is active in international conferences and holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish government. Using OCT, corneal topography, and phacoemulsification, the clinic is popular with patients from Europe, the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Centro Médico Teknon is a private multi-specialty medical center in Barcelona, Spain, and part of Quirónsalud, Spain’s largest private hospital group. The center specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, oncology, and heart surgery, with expertise also covering cardiology, fertility, ophthalmology, and advanced diagnostics. JCI accredited and recognized as one of Barcelona’s leading private hospitals, Centro Médico Teknon treats complex cases and welcomes international patients, including public figures, athletes, and celebrities. The center serves adults only and welcomes around 10,000 patients each year, with patients most often coming from Russian-speaking countries, Europe and the Commonwealth, the USA, Canada, and Australia.

Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy is a JCI-accredited private eye center in Istanbul. It treats both adults and children, drawing patients from Europe, the Arab world, and the CIS. Its core specialty is ophthalmology across all subspecialties.

• Sees nearly 50,000 patients each year – among the leading Dunyagoz Group branches for medical tourism.
• Operates 14 departments with 20 doctors, using hundreds of different treatment methods.
• Holds the Turkish government's International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate for international patients.
• Open 24/7, 365 days a year – medical care available at any time.
• Has served the Atakoy area since June 2004.

Derda Saglik Hizmetleri uses on-site corneal topography and tomography for precise corneal assessments. The clinic integrates this imaging with OCT and wavefront technology in one location. This facility is JCI-accredited and holds TEMOS and EFQM quality certifications. The clinic treats 15,000+ patients annually within a LEED Platinum certified eco-building. Specialists also utilize digital slit lamps to support detailed diagnostic examinations.

Italian Eye Hospital uses the Schwind Sirius multi-functional corneal topographer for detailed mapping. This equipment measures corneal curvature, elevation, and density to identify conditions like keratoconus. A basic scan of the corneal surface typically costs around $20. A more thorough examination including pachymetry for all corneal layers may cost around $60. The outpatient procedure takes about 30 minutes. An ophthalmologist interprets the results to assess the corneal surface and refractive power.

Dr Moïse Tourabaly uses the CSO Sirius+ topographer for high-resolution corneal mapping. This system combines a Placido disc and rotating Scheimpflug camera for precision. It maps both corneal surfaces to detect early keratoconus. Each scan is contact-free and takes only a few seconds per eye. Dr Tourabaly is a former Chef de Clinique at the Hôpital National des Quinze-Vingts. He is a laureate of the Banque Française des Yeux. The exam provides color-coded curvature and thickness maps during the consultation.

Prof. Dr. Tansu Erakgün is an ophthalmology specialist in İzmir, Turkey. The clinic focuses on retinal diseases and vitreoretinal surgery. It also treats cataracts, glaucoma, and retinopathy of prematurity in children. Prof. Dr. Erakgün designed the Erakgun Spatula Knife for vitrectomy procedures. These instruments are cited in medical literature worldwide.

The team has completed over 15,000 surgeries to date. Single-surgery success rates for retinal detachment reach 90%. Vitrectomy success rates range from 85% to 100%. Prof. Dr. Erakgün is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He also belongs to the European Vitreoretinal Society. The clinic uses advanced techniques like suprachoroidal viscopexy and Tenon patch grafts.