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LASEK eye surgery in Republic of Korea: Best Clinics and Costs 2024

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Don't Miss Out On Top-Rated LASEK eye surgery Specials in Republic of Korea for November 2024

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Republic of Korea, Seoul
Ophtalmologist - Doctor Cheon Hyeon-cheol
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22 years of experience
  • Dr. Cheon Hyeon-cheol has performed over 30,000 SMILE surgeries since 2012.
  • Bright Eye Clinic achieved 100,000 SMILE LASIK cases in 2022.
  • Included Services: Consultation with an ophthalmologist, follow-up examination.
  • Stay Info: 7 days stay in the hotel, accommodation not included in the price.
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$760

13 Recent LASEK eye surgery Reviews in Republic of Korea: Check Real Patient Experience

Дарья Эдуардовна • Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction) Russian Federation Dec 5, 2018

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"We will go with you and advise others !!!"
The high level and quality of medicine in the clinic Severence city of Korea. The clinic is huge, everything is beautiful, clean. Our doctor really liked, quickly and easily found a common language with her and came to a single solution to our problem. Thanks to the Bookimed website for the organization and a special thanks to the coordinator who quickly responded! We will go with you and advise others !!!

Гуламжан • Cataract Kazakhstan Oct 3, 2022

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Thank you Bookimed.com and the Clinic is very nice and the results are quick!!
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Anonymous • Consultation with an ophthalmologist Russian Federation Jan 21, 2020

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The results are exactly as I wanted
Loved the staff. Everything is fast, clear and of high quality.

Mikhail Krasnoperov • Cataract Russian Federation Apr 19, 2019

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"I'm leaving my vision 100% for both eyes, thank you very much I am happy
Excellent clinic BGn stay in the clinic went very well and successfully. Dr. Lee Dong Eun is a highly classy positive person specialist. He did everything perfectly well after the examination. He came with a cataract on both eyes, the right eye was hardly seen. I'm leaving my vision 100% for both eyes, thank you very much I am happy. The medical staff at the clinic works like a good watch. Attentive are courteous attentive very polite complete comfort. The single chamber is all that is necessary to eat cleanly comfortably. Especially about the coordinator of the clinic Valchenko Maria, a correct excellent specialist, a wonderful person with her does not arise, no problems can solve everything, thanks. Service satisfied everything went well. Well done good organization of success to you
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I'm happy with the service, everything went well. Well done, good organization, good luck to you

Anonymous • LASIK eye surgery Republic of Korea Aug 16, 2024

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Константин • LASIK eye surgery Republic of Korea Mar 12, 2020

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Anonymous • Consultation with an ophthalmologist Russian Federation Jan 21, 2020

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Timofei Steblevskii • Ophthalmology Russian Federation Oct 8, 2019

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Mikhail Krasnoperov • Cataract Russian Federation Apr 19, 2019

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LASEK eye surgery Overview in Republic of Korea

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Related procedures & Costs
How it works
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Surgery Time - 1 hour
Stay in the country - 7 days
Rehabilitation - 7 days
Anesthesia - Local anesthesia
Verified patient reviews - 13
Requests processed - 15215
Bookimed fees - $0
Types of Laser eye surgery
  • LASIK eye surgery - from $1150

    The procedure corrects vision by reshaping the cornea using a laser, offering quick, painless, permanent results.

  • The operation corrects vision errors using a laser, making a small incision, thus ensuring a faster recovery.

  • The procedure uses ultra-precise lasers for vision correction, offering blade-free, highly detailed sculpting of the cornea.

  • The procedure corrects vision by reshaping the cornea, promoting swift recovery and lasting results with laser precision.

  • This therapy aims to slow vision loss, it involves dietary adjustments, vitamins, and possibly injections into the eye.

  • Laser eye surgery - from $2740

    This procedure reshapes the cornea to improve vision, using laser. It"s a non-invasive, quick, painless method with fast recovery.

  • Femtosecond laser - from $1750

    This therapy uses ultrafast pulsating light to precisely shape the cornea, improving vision with utmost accuracy.

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Step-by-Step Roadmap

Day 1 - Arrival

  • Arrive in the country where your surgery will take place.
  • Arrange your own accommodation and transfer.

Day 2 - Pre-Operation

  • Consultation with an ophthalmologist.
  • Extensive eye examination.
  • Additional procedures may be recommended based on results.

Day 3 - LASEK Eye Surgery

  • Local anesthesia is administered.
  • The surgery takes about 1-2 hours.
  • Corneal surface cells are loosened and moved aside.
  • Laser reshapes the cornea, cells are replaced.

Day 4 to 7 - Post-Operation

  • Stay in the clinic is not usually required.
  • Regular check-ups to monitor the healing process.
  • Protective shield must be worn to prevent rubbing the eye.

Week 1 to 4 - Rehabilitation

  • Return to work after 1 week.
  • Start light exercise after 2 weeks.
  • Resume all activities after 4 weeks.
  • Final results can be seen after 1 month.

Please note that each case is individual and the timeline may vary based on personal health conditions and recovery rate.

What patients like:

  1. Cost.The LASEK eye surgery price in Republic of Korea ranges from $358.14 to $1729.79. This cost is significantly lower than the average price of $4000 in the United States, making Korea an affordable destination for this procedure.
  2. Doctor’s professionalism. Patients appreciate the high level of professionalism exhibited by Korean doctors. Many are members of international ophthalmology associations, have relevant certifications, and have performed thousands of procedures.
  3. Service level. The excellent service level in Korean clinics is highly praised. Staff members are courteous, attentive, and proficient in English.
  4. LASEK eye surgery efficacy. Korean clinics use modern techniques, resulting in high success rates and satisfied patients.
  5. Logistics. Patients appreciate the efficient logistics. Arrangements for accommodation, transportation, and post-surgery care are well-organized.

What patients don't like:

  1. Waiting time. Some patients have reported long waiting times for consultations and surgery dates.
  2. Post-surgery care. Although the immediate post-surgery care is good, patients have noted a lack of long-term follow-up.
  3. Communication. While the staff are proficient in English, some patients have experienced minor communication difficulties.

How Much Does LASEK eye surgery Cost in Republic of Korea?

The average cost of LASEK eye surgery in Republic of Korea ranges from 577$ to 1729.7938481186122$. The offers include a consultation with a doctor, preoperative tests, follow-up examination, post-op medications, follow-up visit, but accommodation and transfer are not included. Additionally, the offer includes LASEK eye surgery.
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Discover the Best LASEK eye surgery Clinics in Republic of Korea: 5 Verified Options and Prices
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BGN Eye Hospital
Highest-Rated Clinic for LASEK eye surgery
Republic of Korea, Busan
4.2
Good
• 7 reviews
doctor Kim Mi Jin
Ophtalmologist
15 years of experience
Kim Mi Jin

BGN Eye Hospital is a private medical center for eye treatment in Busan, South Korea. It is popular among patients from the USA and Europe, and has already performed over 346,000 vision correction operations. The Clinic offers state-of-the-art techniques, such as LASIK, LASEK, Smile lasers, implantable contact lens surgery (ICL), and is known for its excellent reviews. Patients can take advantage of the Prime Lasek + Postoperative Drops offer, which includes a consultation with Doctor Quack Joo Young, preoperative tests, follow-up examination, post-op medications, follow-up visit, and accommodation and transfer are not included. Patients looking for LASEK eye surgery in Republic of Korea can find great care at BGN Eye Hospital.

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Mikhail Krasnoperov • Apr 19, 2019
Excellent clinic BGn stay in the clinic went very well and successfully. Dr. Lee Dong Eun is a highly classy positive person specialist. He did everything perfectly well after the examination. He came with a cataract on both eyes, the right eye was hardly seen. I'm leaving my vision 100% for both eyes, thank you very much I am happy. The medical staff at the clinic works like a good watch. Attentive are courteous attentive very polite complete comfort. The single chamber is all that is necessary to eat cleanly comfortably. Especially about the coordinator of the clinic Valchenko Maria, a correct excellent specialist, a wonderful person with her does not arise, no problems can solve everything, thanks. Service satisfied everything went well. Well done good organization of success to you
4.2
7 reviews
Prices:
Consultation with an ophthalmologist $65
Cataract diagnostic before OP $0 - $358.14
LASEK eye surgery $815.83 - $1729.79
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Severance Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.5
Excellent
• 42 reviews

Severance Hospital in Korea is an international multidisciplinary clinic at Yonsei University, located in Seoul South Korea. Yonsei Severance Hospital's Health System includes: oncology and rehabilitation centers, pediatric and women's clinics, cardiovascular center and Clinic of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology. The Hospital has been certified by JCI (Joint Commission International) and serves 1.6 million outpatients annually.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Severance Hospital
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
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Дарья Эдуардовна • Dec 5, 2018
The high level and quality of medicine in the clinic Severence city of Korea. The clinic is huge, everything is beautiful, clean. Our doctor really liked, quickly and easily found a common language with her and came to a single solution to our problem. Thanks to the Bookimed website for the organization and a special thanks to the coordinator who quickly responded! We will go with you and advise others !!!
4.5
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Ophthalmological investigation $800 - $1400
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Bright Eye Clinic
Republic of Korea, Seoul
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Ophtalmologist
22 years of experience
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Bright Eye Clinic, which is located in Kyobo Tower, a landmark building in Gangnam, is equipped with the largest medical examination and surgical facilities in Korea. After introducing VisuMax in 2009, the first SMILE Lasik equipment in Asia, the clinic has achieved 100,000 SMILE LASIK cases in 2022 and has been recognized for its leading technology and medical system in the world. Patients from 40 countries around the world are visiting Bright Eye Clinic to improve their eyesight.

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Asan Medical Center
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.3
Good
• 6 reviews

Asan Hospital (Asan Medical Center) is the largest multidisciplinary medical center in South Korea, which can serve 2,700 patients at once.

The key specialties in the hospital are organ transplant, oncology, cardiology, and cardiac surgery. Almost half of all heart transplants in South Korea are carried out (45%) at Asan. The success of organ transplants ranges from 90%.

Every day, 11,800 outpatients and 2,550 inpatients are treated in Asan Hospital. Medical tourists from the USA, China, the UAE, Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia choose Asan Hospital.

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accreditations:

International Organization for Standardization certificate for Asan Medical Center
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2020 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
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Donald • Sep 9, 2022
Yes. Only thing Is that I was supposed to get refund for the cancellation of dental exam and X-ray. Didn’t get it.
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Gangnam Severance Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4
Good
• 3 reviews

Gangnam Severance Hospital is a large multidisciplinary medical center in Seoul, South Korea. The hospital specializes in oncology, neurosurgery, neurology, cardiology, and check-up (complex diagnostics).

Gangnam Severance Hospital has received JCI accreditation, a global organization that evaluates the clinics across the globe for safety and high-quality medical services. That means the hospital complies with international healthcare standards.

The hospital is the 1st in South Korea to perform lung transplant.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
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Current representative Doctor of Bright Eye Clinic Gangnam Former Bright Eye Clinic Busan representative doctor Department of Ophthalmology, Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital Ophthalmology specialist doctor in Korea SMILE LASIK, ICL certified 12 years of SMILE surgery experience (starting in 2012), performed over 30,000 eyes ICL Ophtec Expert Surgeon Certification Cataract Physiol Certification Full member of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS) Full member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) Full member of the Korean Cataract and Refractive Society (KSCRS) Full member of the American Cataract and Refractive Society (ASCRS) Full member of the European Cataract and Refractive Society (ESCRS) Full member of the Korean Contact Lens Society (KCLS)
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