Best ophthalmologists in Italy: TOP 1 doctor

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Francesco Bandello

5 Excellent • 1 review
42 years of experience
Location: Italy, Milan
Clinic:
4.6
San Raffaele
Leader in retinal diseases – Dr. Bandello has received multiple international awards and leads key European ophthalmology organizations.
- Principal investigator in clinical trials for retinal treatments
- Over 42 years of experience of specialized experience in ophthalmology
- Editor-in-Chief of the European Journal of Ophthalmology
- Recipient of the prestigious Gabriel Coscas Medal
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5 Excellent

1 review

Package price from $3,924

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Bookimed Insights: Top Ophthalmology Specialists in Italy (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 10630 requests for Ophthalmology in Italy, collaborating with 1 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.

Rank	Doctor	experience	Good Fit For	What Sets Them Apart	Clinic & Location	Consultation
#1	Francesco Bandello	42 years of experience	Retinal diseases	Leading expert in retinal diseases with multiple prestigious awards. Heads key European ophthalmology organizations and edits a major journal.	San Raffaele Italy	from $350

Find out about the best doctors here

20 top ranked Ophthalmology doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

The ranking is composed according to the Bookimed patient reviews and considers the rating of hospitals where doctors practice.

Top 5 Ophthalmology doctors on Bookimed.com:

Francesco Bandello

How to choose the best Ophthalmology doctors in the world?

The specialist’s CV contains details about the doctor’s expertise and work experience, education, scientific research, and languages spoken. Compare information on several specialists, read carefully about their experience, success rates, and methods they apply. Make sure the chosen doctor has relevant experience in the treatment of a medical issue you are looking for. Read reviews of patients who had a consultation with the chosen specialist.

Famous Ophthalmology doctors have vast experience, continue education constantly, participate in professional associations and have positive feedback from patients treated.

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The price for the consultation on Ophthalmology varies between experts and depends on certain factors, such as:

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medical developments, proprietary techniques used, and awards, if any.

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Top 1 hospital for Ophthalmology:

San Raffaele