Ophthalmology Clinics Abroad — Page 14

Bright Eye Clinic in Seoul performed 100,000+ SMILE LASIK procedures by 2022. The facility introduced the first VisuMax equipment in Asia and manages diagnostic through surgical care for international patients.

• Specialises in SMILE LASIK, LASIK, and LASEK vision correction
• Equipped with multiple VisuMax systems for precise laser eye surgery
• Treats patients from 40 different countries, including Australia
• On-site medical examination centre for pre-surgical screening
• Located in the landmark Kyobo Tower with large-scale surgical facilities

Gachon University Gil Medical Center is a multidisciplinary facility in Incheon. Its ophthalmology department serves as a major referral hub in Asia for vision correction and eye diseases.

• JCI-accredited hospital providing medical services of an international standard
• Located one hour from Incheon International Airport for easy travel access
• Multidisciplinary approach allows for coordination between eye specialists and other departments
• Interpreters available to assist Australian patients during consultations and recovery

CatchLife has performed 1,100+ laser eye surgeries and treats around 1,000 international patients annually from Australia, Europe, and North America.

• Specialises in laser vision correction using Alcon PanOptix Smart Lenses
• Accredited by the Turkish Medical Association
• Offers LASIK packages including pre-op exams and medications
• Clinic surgeons have focused on laser vision correction since 2013
• Provides 24/7 support with 3–4 follow-up visits included in the care plan

Asan Medical Center is the largest multidisciplinary facility in South Korea, treating over 11,800 outpatients daily. The hospital provides specialised ophthalmic care within its massive 2,700-bed clinical infrastructure.

• Ophthalmology department manages complex eye conditions for 2,500+ daily inpatients
• Multidisciplinary approach integrates systemic health with vision care
• Regularly treats international patients from the USA, China, and the UAE
• High-capacity diagnostic suites support rapid eye assessments

Kolan Hospital Group’s eye department is part of a massive medical network in Istanbul with a capacity for 1,230 patients. The hospital integrates ophthalmology as a core speciality alongside neurology and cardiology.

• Treats a wide range of vision conditions across 6 hospitals and 2 medical centres
• Multidisciplinary approach for cases where eye health affects other body systems
• Equipped for both routine vision correction and complex surgical cases
• JCI-accredited facility providing services for international patients

Gangnam Severance Hospital is a JCI-accredited multidisciplinary centre that complies with international healthcare standards for safety and quality.

• Part of a major university health system with a dedicated ophthalmology department
• Hospital holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications
• Doctors cover procedures from vision correction to complex retinal surgery
• Interpreters available to support international patients during consultations

Dunyagoz Ankara Tunus provides 24/7 ophthalmology care for adults and children. Surgeons at this specialised eye centre have performed 1,100+ laser surgeries using four different techniques.

• Laser specialists utilise SMILE and I-LASIK for vision correction
• Strabismus correction packages include pre-op exams and surgical workup
• Cataract surgery protocols cover both eyes with multi-day follow-up care
• Holds International Health Tourism Authorisation with a 91% patient recommendation rate
• Interpreters and airport transfers available for international patients