Myongji Hospital
Glaucoma treatment in the Republic of Korea typically costs from AUD $2,600 to AUD $5,000. Prices depend on the specific surgical technique, diagnostic complexity, and the clinic category. Patients save approximately 41% by travelling to South Korea from Australia, where the average cost is AUD $6,600. Inclusions often cover specialised ophthalmological exams and tonometry.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a specialised eye centre over a large multidisciplinary hospital can offer significant value. BGN Eye Hospital in Busan provides high-rated diagnostic check-ups for approximately A$450. Meanwhile, JCI-accredited facilities like Severance Hospital in Seoul manage 1.6 million outpatients annually. This volume allows for high precision in complex cases while maintaining competitive pricing compared to private Australian clinics.
| Republic of Korea | Thailand | Turkey | |
| Glaucoma treatment | ≈ AUD $2,600 | from AUD $790 | from AUD $4,000 |
| Trabeculotomy | ≈ AUD $3,700 | ≈ AUD $2,100 | from AUD $3,000 |
| Laser trabeculoplasty | ≈ AUD $640 | ≈ AUD $1,300 | from AUD $1,100 |
| Laser iridotomy | ≈ AUD $540 | ≈ AUD $570 | from AUD $860 |
No hidden fees – just official clinic prices. Pay at the clinic for Glaucoma treatment upon arrival and use a flexible instalment plan if needed.
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Doctor Cheon Hyeon-cheol is the representative doctor of Bright Eye Clinic and holds the prestigious ICL Ophtec Expert Surgeon Certification.
Dr. Joo Rak-hyeon is an ophthalmologist at Bright Eye Clinic in Seoul. He specializes in vision correction, including SMILE LASIK and ICL lens implantation. Dr. Joo is a full member of the American Cataract and Refractive Society. He practices at a clinic that has performed over 400,000 vision correction procedures.
The doctor is a board-certified ophthalmology specialist in Korea with extensive clinical experience gained at Korea University Anam Hospital. The professional background includes specialized training in external eye examinations and cataract surgery. The doctor holds professional certifications in SMILE LASIK and ICL procedures, demonstrating expertise in advanced refractive surgery techniques.
The doctor is an active member of several prestigious professional organizations, including the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS), the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS), and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS), ensuring a commitment to international standards of eye care.
Doctor Eu Du-ri is a specialist ophthalmologist at Seoul's Bright Eye Clinic. She trained at Samsung Seoul Hospital, which is one of South Korea's most prestigious medical centres.