Best Hospitals for Cataract treatment in Germany 2025

Eye doctors of Asklepios Medical Center provide phacoemulsification with the intraocular lens implantation (IOL) for the cataract treatment.

A patient undergoes the complete diagnostics before the surgery. Consultation with an ophthalmologist, slit-lamp exam, visual field test, pachymetry, etc. are needed. Diagnostics duration is 3-5 days.

Phacoemulsification is performed on an outpatient basis. Staying in the Hospital is not required. The recovery period after the surgery lasts 1-2 weeks. The procedure is minimally invasive that helps to avoid complications.

Laser cataract surgery cost includes pre- and postoperative periods, cataract surgery.

• Accredited by German Cancer Society and Cooperation for transparency and quality, ensuring high standards in cataract treatment.
• Offers cataract surgery with IOL replacement, vitrectomy, and femtosecond laser procedures for precise outcomes.
• Lower treatment costs compared to other renowned German hospitals, saving on expenses without compromising care quality.
• Equipped with modern medical tools like 3D ultrasound and 3 Tesla MRI, supporting accurate diagnostics and treatment.
• International patient center with 20 staff members focusing on seamless treatment processes and patient comfort.

• Ranked among the top German physicians by Focus magazine, with over 60 professors leading in various medical fields.
• Annually, over 200,000 patients receive treatment in the network's 16 specialized departments, ensuring extensive experience in patient care.
• Offers cataract surgery, utilizing minimally-invasive techniques for efficient and quicker recovery.
• Medical staff proficient in English, French, German, Spanish, and Russian, facilitating smooth communication for international patients.
• Conveniently located with easy access to airports and city centers, ensuring practicality for visiting patients.

• Recognized among the top hospitals in Germany by Focus for excellent treatment success rates and experienced specialists.
• Holds ISO 1900:2015 certification, confirming high safety and quality standards in medical treatment and equipment.
• Offers cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) replacement and femtosecond laser technology for precise procedures.
• Conducts over 95,000 patient treatments annually, showcasing extensive experience and expertise in various medical fields.
• Location is conveniently near Hamburg city center and International airport, making access easy for international patients.

• Ranked among top hospitals in Germany by Focus for high-quality eye disease treatment, including cataract.
• The ophthalmology department is the largest in Northern Germany, ensuring comprehensive care for cataract patients.
• Offers cataract surgery with intraocular lens replacement, cataract surgery for one eye, vitrectomy, and femtosecond laser procedures.
• CERTKOM certification ensures pain-free treatment with individualized anesthesia options.
• Conveniently located just 10-15 minutes from Hamburg Airport, facilitating easy access for international patients.

The Eye Clinic of Bremen Mitte has 28 stationary places, an outpatient surgery department, 3 operating rooms and a diagnostic center.

Ophthalmic surgeons specialize in removing cataracts not only in adults, but also in infants. During their stay in the hospital, children are monitored around the clock by medical staff.

The cloudy lens of the eye is replaced by:

• neutral folding lens;
• a monofocal lens;
• multifocal lens;
• lens for correction of astigmatism and others.

• Recognized for excellence in Cataract treatment, the clinic holds top rankings in Germany according to the 2019 Focus ranking.
• Specializes in Cataract surgery with IOL replacement, utilizing intraocular lens implantation techniques such as multifocal or trifocal lenses.
• Dr. Jorn Jorgensen has over 30 years of experience, performing the most ICL operations and trifocal surgeries in Europe.
• Dr. Jorgensen is a recipient of the Hans-Sautter Award and several ICL™ Awards, affirming his expertise in ophthalmology.
• Patients are provided with comprehensive services including interpreter assistance and airport transfer, ensuring a comfortable experience.

The head of the clinic is Professor Manfred Tetz. It annually (since 2011) is included in the TOP of the best ophthalmologists in Germany according to the rating of the magazine Focus.

On the basis of the clinic of Spreebogen there is a research center. Here Professor Tetz develops new methods of eye surgery and uses them in his practice. Such developments include 17 highly specialized lasers.

• Recognized as one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek in 2021, 2022, and 2023, showcasing its excellence in cataract treatment.
• Cataract surgery offered with intraocular lens (IOL) replacement for precise vision correction and improved patient outcomes.
• Over 13,000 dedicated employees, including 4,000 researchers and physicians, ensuring comprehensive care and expertise.
• Access to pioneering medical technologies developed through research, enhancing surgical precision and control.
• Strong academic foundation with more than 7,000 students trained annually, contributing to continuous medical advancements.

University Hospital Aachen is the largest multidisciplinary hospital in Europe and it is affiliated with the medical faculty of Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule Aachen which is a research university of technology.

Hospital in the Pfeiffer`s foundations is a multidisciplinary hospital with 21 medical specialty. The main ones are mammalogy, oncology, and treatment of hematological disorders. It is one of the traditional diaconal complex facilities in the central Germany with over 1,500 employees.

University Hospital of Giessen and Marburg is the largest medical complex in Western Europe, where the practical and scientific activities are conducted.

Burger Hospital is located in Frankfurt am Main which is a multi-Specialty Clinic.

Hoechst Hospital is a modern medical center specializing mainly on Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery and Plastic Surgery, located in Frankfurt am Main. Each year, leading experts of Hoechst Hospital  are successfully conducted over three thousand different operations.

Westend Clinic of Red Cross is a multispecialty medical center which is a network of DRK hospitals.

Center of laser vision correction CARE VISION in Nuremberg is one of the best centers for refractive surgery in Germany.

The center of ophthalmology and eye surgery - private outpatient clinic which offers complete modern examination for patients with eye disorders, and preventive "Ophthalmic Check-Up».  It is located in the center of Nuremberg, Germany.

Meoclinic in Berlin is a one of the biggest international hospitals in Germany. 50 doctors work at Meoclinic specialized in over 30 medical fields. The Hospital consists of 5 narrow focused centers of radiology, cardiology, surgery, phlebology, and rehabilitation. Meoclinic has a certification according to the international Quality Management System ISO 9001:2008.

Essen University Hospital is one of the Europe leaders which provides high-quality medical services and accurate diagnosis in many areas (oncology, hematology, transplantation and treatment of cardiovascular disease). The hospital has an international authority, successfully combines research work with the practice of the treatment of patients, as well as the development and implementation of innovative treatment techniques, conducting various clinical trials and actively collaborates with leading hospitals around the world.