Femtosecond Laser Clinics Abroad — Page 2

Associate Professor Dr Nesrin Tutas Gunaydin has performed over 900 eye procedures. Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital uses AcrySof IQ PanOptix multifocal lenses with femtosecond laser precision for clear vision at all distances. The procedure may cost around A$9,100 per eye. This typically includes the surgery, airport transfers, and assistance with hotel bookings. The hospital holds JCI accreditation and a LEED Platinum certificate for its eco-friendly design. It is located just 5 minutes from Istanbul Ataturk International Airport for easy access.

Central Hospital treats 138,000 patients annually, drawing from Europe and the Balkans. The multi-specialty centre is equipped with advanced imaging, including 3 Tesla MRI and AI-powered diagnostics. For Femtosecond laser procedures, the clinic has been operating since 1994 and offers a full range of pre-operative assessment tools.

Bumrungrad International Hospital is the first in Asia to hold JCI accreditation. The facility sees over one million patients yearly, half from overseas. For Australians, it offers airport transfers and a dedicated visa extension counter. Over 150 interpreters are on hand to help international guests feel comfortable.

Emsey Hospital holds the first International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate (001) from the Turkish Ministry of Health – a government standard for cross-border care. It is also JCI-accredited. For Australian patients, the package may include airport transfers, interpreters, and accommodation to simplify the journey.

Veni Vidi Eye Clinics pioneered laser eye treatment in Turkey. Ophthalmologist Dr Ertan Sunay has performed over 60,000 surgeries and trained at ZNA Middelheim Hospital in Belgium. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. The clinic’s femtosecond laser may cost around A$2,500–A$4,100. The clinic treats 50,000 patients a year and holds ISO 9001 certification.

Seoul National University Bundang Hospital is South Korea’s first digital hospital and was named to Newsweek’s World’s Best Smart Hospitals 2023. It holds GHA accreditation for international patient care. The hospital’s International Department provides free airport transfers from Incheon and dedicated English-speaking interpreters to organise a patient’s entire visit.