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Best Hospitals for Cataract treatment in Greece 2024

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Cataract Treatment Overview in Greece

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Arrival

  • Receive VIP transfer from the airport to your hotel/clinic.
  • Complete necessary medical and personal paperwork.
  • Check-in to your hotel or clinic room.
  • Language assistance is provided if necessary.

Diagnostics

  • Eye examination will be conducted by an ophthalmologist.
  • Autorefractometry will be performed to measure refractive errors.
  • Slit lamp examination of the eye will be carried out.

Treatment Plan Development

  • Doctor will discuss and develop a personalized treatment plan.
  • Explanation of risks, benefits, and alternatives will take place.
  • Preparation for surgery or other treatment will begin.

Treatment

  • Outpatient cataract surgery will be performed under local anesthesia.
  • A small incision will be made to remove the cloudy lens.
  • An artificial lens will be inserted in the individual chamber.

Follow-up

  • Overnight stay at the clinic may be required for observation.
  • Follow-up appointments will be scheduled with the ophthalmologist.

Rehabilitation

  • Prescribed eye drops will be administered to aid recovery.
  • Avoid strenuous activities and protect eyes from sunlight.

Only a doctor can determine a definitive diagnostic and treatment plan, as each case is individual. Additional treatment and diagnostic options such as corneal topography, tonometry, or photorefractive keratectomy may also be applied based on the patient"s condition.

What's the Cost of Cataract Diagnostic and Treatment Procedures in Greece?

The cost of cataract treatment can range from $2,280 to $4,660:

  • Turkey: Cataract surgery with IOL replacement from $2,230 to $4,990, Cataract surgery (one eye) from $1,870 to $4,270, Vitrectomy from $3,860 to $6,700, Cataract surgery (both eyes) from $2,820 to $5,260.
  • Poland: Cataract surgery with IOL replacement from $900 to $2,800, Cataract surgery (one eye) from $900 to $2,800, Vitrectomy from $3,400 to $5,800.

The doctor will determine the total treatment cost based on your needs and past treatments.

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Turkey Austria Spain
Cataract surgery (one eye) from $2500 from $6675 from $3702
Cataract surgery with IOL replacement from $2500 -from $6083
Consultation with an ophthalmologist from $130 from $116 from $388
ECG from $34 from $79 -
Extended analysis of blood from $250 -from $1058
Vitrectomy from $3000 from $5219 from $8463
Ophthalmological investigation from $130 from $300 -
Femtosecond laser from $1100 --
OCT (Optical coherence tomography) from $550 --
Cataract surgery (both eyes) from $4500 from $9617 -
Slit lamp examination from $40 --
Coagulogram ---
Ultrasound of the eye from $380 --
The total cost is calculated individually. It may range depending on your medical issue, doctor's qualification, procedure complexity and related complications (if they occur). You’ll get the exact price for a plastic surgery procedure after a consultation with a doctor.
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Best Cataract Treatment Centers in Greece: 1 Verified Option and Prices
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Dr Nikolaos I Dervenis MD, MSc, PhD, FEBO - Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
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Dr Nikolaos I Dervenis MD, MSc, PhD, FEBO - Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon is a private single-specialty medical center in Thessaloniki, Greece. The team is dedicated to Ophthalmology. Dr Nikolaos I Dervenis MD, MSc, PhD, FEBO - Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon serves adults and children. 1,200 patients choose this clinic to get medical care every year. Patients from Europe & the Commonwealth, and Balkans visit the clinic most often.

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Get a Medical Assessment for Cataract Treatment in Greece: Select Your Expert from 2 Experienced Doctors

Nikolaos Dervenis
Greece, Thessaloniki
Nikolaos Dervenis
Ophtalmologist
10 years of experience
Dr Nikolaos I Dervenis MD, MSc, PhD, FEBO - Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
Dr. Nikolaos Dervenis is an esteemed Ophthalmic Surgeon who specializes in a wide range of ophthalmological treatments including cataract surgery with IOL replacement, Laser eye surgery, LASIK eye surgery, and Vitrectomy. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Dervenis has held distinguished positions in Greece and the UK, including serving as a Consultant in the UK's National Health System (NHS). Known for his approachable and friendly demeanor, he is committed to providing high-quality ophthalmology consultations and comprehensive investigations into his patients' conditions.EducationGraduated from the Medical School of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, GreeceSpecialized in Ophthalmology in Greece and the UKMSc in Research Methodology in Medicine from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2007 - 2009)Bachelor of Surgery and Bachelor of Medicine from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2000 - 2006)Doctor of Philosophy - PhD in Ocular Blood Flow / Retinal Vessel Diameters from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2011 - 2019)MembershipAcademic Scholar of the First University Ophthalmology Clinic at AHEPA HospitalAwardsCredited with over 20,000 citations for his contribution of more than 55 articles in international and national peer-reviewed journals
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Vasileios Skouteris
Greece, Athens
Vasileios Skouteris
Ophtalmologist
24 years of experience

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The American Academy of Ophthalmology
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Dr. Vasileios Skouteris is a distinguished ophthalmologist specializing in ocular and retinal diseases, diabetic retinopathy, surgical cataract removal, refractive surgery, and pediatric ophthalmology. With a career spanning over 20 years in the UK and Greece, he has performed over 5,000 successful surgical eye operations, including cataract surgery, myopia/hyperopia correction, and astigmatism correction. His dedication to his profession is reflected in his impressive score in the standard ophthalmology examinations and his extensive scientific work and presentations at international conferences. Awards Received scholarship from the Ministry of Health Achieved the highest score in standard ophthalmology examinations Earned the title of Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO) Membership Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS) Member of the International Refractive Surgery Society (ISRS) Member of the Hellenic Ophthalmological Society (EOE) Member of the Medical Association of Athens Member of the British Medical Council (GMC) Education Graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras Specialized at the General Children's Hospital of Penteli Completed his specialty at the Hippocratic General Hospital of Athens Clinical Fellow at John Radcliffe University Hospital in Oxford, UK
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Updated: 9/30/2023
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