Corneal transplant in Turkey typically costs from AUD $5,046 to AUD $8,939. The final price depends on the specific technique, such as DMEK or DALK, and the clinic accreditation level. Patients from Australia usually save around 53% compared to local prices, where the average cost is AUD $15,139. Most Turkish packages include specialist consultations, preoperative tests, donor tissue procurement, and airport transfers.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing JCI-accredited facilities in Istanbul provides a high level of clinical safety. Memorial Şişli Hospital was the first in Turkey to earn this accreditation. For Australian patients, checking if the lead doctor holds international certifications is a smart move. Specialists like Dr. Muhammet Derda Ozer hold USMLE and ICO certifications. Many clinics, such as VM Medical Park Florya, frequently assist Australian patients and offer all-inclusive bundles starting around A$10,500.
| Turkey | Thailand | South Korea | |
| Corneal transplant | from AUD $5,046 | from AUD $6,488 | from AUD $12,256 |
| Keratoplasty | from AUD $5,767 | from AUD $5,046 | from AUD $9,805 |
| Corneal Cross Linking (CCL) (One eye) | from AUD $2,063 | from AUD $2,163 | from AUD $1,947 |
| Corneal ring implantation | from AUD $2,163 | from AUD $3,028 | - |
Associate Professor Muhammet Derda Ozer has performed over 25,000 eye procedures and holds a prestigious surgical fellowship from the University of Kansas.
Professor Ahmet Satici has performed over 20,000 surgical procedures throughout his career and currently conducts more than 1,000 eye surgeries every year.
Associate Professor Yasar Dag is a highly regarded specialist ophthalmologist who has performed over 900 successful eye treatments at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.
Op. Dr. Alasgar Asgarli, MD, is an ophthalmologist. He focuses on cataract and refractive surgery, glaucoma diagnosis and treatment, medical retinal diseases, and pediatric eye care. He performs oculoplastic eyelid surgery and ocular trauma surgery. His skills include intravitreal injections, pterygium excision, and neuro-ophthalmology. He also has experience with advanced intraocular lens fixation, including scleral fixation and the Yamane technique.
Achievements and accreditations: Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD). Presenter at the TOD 59th National Congress. Attended the TOD 58th National Congress. Completed the TOD Fundus Fluorescein Angiography Course (2024). Published “Comparison of the Effects of Hydrophobic and Hydrophilic Acrylic Intraocular Lenses on Lenticular Astigmatism” (DOI: 10.37844/TJ-CEO.2025.20.37). Holds certification in Botox and dermal fillers.
When considering Corneal transplant, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:
This procedure strengthens the cornea by using ultraviolet light and riboflavin drops to halt the progression of keratoconus.
Keratoplasty involves replacing damaged corneal tissue with healthy donor corneal tissue to restore vision.
A minimally invasive procedure where small, crescent-shaped rings are inserted into the cornea to improve vision by reshaping it.