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Best ophthalmologists in Spain: TOP 8 doctors

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Jordi Mones

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • 1,100+ procedures performed – Dr. Jordi Mones heads the specialized Teknon Ophthalmology Institute, focusing on advanced retinal and macular treatments.

    • 20+ years of experience in ophthalmology
    • Specializes in macula and vitreoretinal procedures
    • Principal investigator for international clinical trials
    • Trained at Harvard's Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
    • Member of 12 scientific societies including The Retina Society
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Nabil Ragaei Kamel

  • 4.4 Good 5 reviews
  • 38 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Marbella, Quirónsalud Marbella
  • Performs over 3,600 eye surgeries annually – Dr. Kamel uses all-laser techniques for safer, faster recovery at Quirónsalud Marbella.

    • Specializes in advanced laser eye surgeries including LASIK and ReLEx SMILE
    • Awarded Physician of the Year in Ophthalmology
    • Expert in cataract surgeries with multifocal lens implants
    • Member of European and international refractive surgery societies
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Ferran Mascaró Zamora

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • 900+ procedures performed – Dr. Mascaró Zamora leads the Orbital and Oculoplastics Department at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • Specializes in corneal diseases and complex anterior segment surgeries
    • Head of Orbital and Oculoplastics Department since 2003
    • Member of Spanish Society of Ocular and Orbital Plastic Surgery
    • Published multiple articles and co-authored 3 books on ophthalmology
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Glaucoma treatment
$1,094 - $1,313
Corneal ring implantation
$2,735 - $3,829
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Carlos Vergés Roger

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 76 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Vergés combines advanced cataract expertise with neurophysiology research – his Harvard PhD shapes his innovative approaches at Hospital Dexeus.

    • Pioneering research on tear secretion earned a National Research Prize
    • Director of Ophthalmology at University Hospital Dexeus Quironsalud
    • Multiple international awards for cataract technique innovations
    • Member of ISRS and American Academy of Ophthalmology boards
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Glaucoma treatment
$1,094 - $1,313
Corneal ring implantation
$2,735 - $3,829
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Fernando Castanera de Molina

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Pioneer in laser eye treatments in Spain – Dr. Molina performed the country's first excimer laser correction at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • Director of the Eye Clinic at Teknon since 1999
    • Specializes in advanced cataract and glaucoma surgical techniques
    • Member of multiple prestigious ophthalmology societies including ESCRS and ASCRS
    • Has delivered 100+ lectures on refractive surgery advancements
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Glaucoma treatment
$1,094 - $1,313
Corneal ring implantation
$2,735 - $3,829
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Daniel Ríos Simón

  • 4.4 Good 5 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Spain, Marbella, Quirónsalud Marbella
  • Specializes in cataract and strabismus surgery at Quirónsalud Marbella – trained at top Spanish hospitals.

    • Expert in monofocal, toric, and premium multifocal lenses
    • Treats both adults and children with strabismus
    • Master's in Clinical Ophthalmology from CEU-Cardenal Herrera
    • Skilled in pterygium surgery and amblyopia treatment
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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.

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Marta Morales Ballus

  • 4.8 Excellent 41 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
  • Specializing in pediatric ophthalmology for over 20 years – Dr. Morales Ballus focuses on strabismus and congenital cataracts at SJD Barcelona Children's Hospital.

    • Expert in pediatric anterior segment surgery
    • Treats infants and children with complex eye conditions
    • Member of the Spanish Strabology Society
    • Teaches ophthalmology at Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona
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Jaime Luis Almendral Gomez

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  • 11 years of experience
  • Spain, Madrid, Hospital Universitario HM Puerta Del Sur
  • Specializes in cataract and glaucoma care at top Madrid hospitals, bringing a multi-hospital perspective to patient treatment.

    • Part of the Glaucoma Section at University Hospital of Fuenlabrada
    • Currently works at HM Puerta del Sur and Aranaz Salud
    • Trained in ophthalmology at San Carlos Clinical Hospital
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DoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
26 years of experienceAdvanced macular and retinal conditionsLeads a specialized ophthalmology institute – focuses on complex retinal cases. Principal investigator for international AMD trials. Harvard-trained retina specialist.
Spain
from $500
38 years of experienceAll-laser eye surgeryPerforms high-volume all-laser eye surgeries with cutting-edge technology. Recognized as Physician of the Year in Ophthalmology for outstanding patient outcomes.
Spain
Price on request
29 years of experienceComplex orbital and oculoplastic surgeriesLeads the Orbital and Oculoplastics Department with accreditation for orbital tumor surveillance. Published researcher and member of key ophthalmology societies.
Spain
Price on request
76 years of experienceAdvanced cataract techniquesHarvard-trained researcher revolutionizing cataract procedures – awarded for technique innovations internationally. Leads Dexeus Hospital’s ophthalmology department.
Spain
Price on request
29 years of experienceAdvanced refractive surgeryPerformed Spain's first excimer laser procedure – leads Teknon's Eye Clinic specializing in modern refractive techniques. Active member of ESCRS and ASCRS.
Spain
Price on request
19 years of experienceCataract and strabismus surgeryTrained at University Hospital Virgen de la Victoria and Ramon y Cajal – specializes in premium lens implants and pediatric cases.
Spain
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28 years of experiencePediatric strabismus and cataractsSpecializes in pediatric eye conditions with a focus on strabismus and cataracts. Member of three key ophthalmology societies, including the European Paediatric Ophthalmological Society.
Spain
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11 years of experienceCataract and glaucoma careSpecializes in cataract and glaucoma care, affiliated with top Madrid hospitals. Brings a multi-hospital perspective to patient treatment.
Spain
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