Medical treatments in Iran/Eye care & eye surgery
Eye treatment and eye surgery in Iran for Iraqi patients
Iran is a regional leader in ophthalmology, and Noor Eye Hospital is among the most trusted names for Iraqi patients. From cataract and LASIK to complex retina and cornea procedures, Hemrah arranges your consultation, procedure, and stay with precision — and most patients return home within days.
- Who it is for
Patients with cataracts, blurred vision, or glare
Adults with stable glasses prescriptions who want to be free of glasses or lenses
Patients with diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, keratoconus, or glaucoma
- Treatment & stay
Cataract or LASIK: 10–30 minutes per eye, outpatient; 3–5 days in Iran
Retina or cornea surgery: 1 night in hospital, 7–10 days in Iran
- Recovery
Vision improves within 24–48 hours after cataract surgery or LASIK
Retina and cornea surgery: gradual improvement over weeks to months
- Results & success
More than 95% of cataract patients achieve good vision; over 90% of LASIK patients reach 20/20 or better.
Eye care & eye surgery in Iran — what to expect
Eye care in Iran is delivered in dedicated eye hospitals with sub-specialists for every part of the eye: cataract and refractive surgeons, retina specialists, cornea surgeons, glaucoma experts, and pediatric ophthalmologists. A full examination — including corneal mapping, OCT scans, and retinal imaging — is completed on your first day. Cataract and LASIK are performed the next day as outpatient procedures, so a typical trip is only 3–5 days. Complex retina and cornea surgery may require a slightly longer stay for follow-up checks before flying.
What Hemrah takes care of
- Direct access to Noor Eye Hospital and specialized eye surgeons
- Fast scheduling — many procedures completed within a short stay
- Procedure and stay arranged around a short trip
- Airport transfer and accommodation close to the clinic
- Aftercare instructions in Arabic and follow-up support
Procedures & indicative prices
The most requested procedures in this specialty, with indicative price ranges for the procedure itself in Iran compared with Turkey, and the usual length of stay in Iran.
Cataract surgery (per eye)
Phacoemulsification with a foldable intraocular lens; multifocal and toric lenses available.
- Iran
- $350 – 750
- Turkey
- $1,500 – 2,500
- Stay in Iran
- Outpatient, 3–4 days in Iran
LASIK / PRK / Femto-LASIK (both eyes)
Laser correction of short-sight, long-sight, and astigmatism after full corneal mapping.
- Iran
- $700 – 1,500
- Turkey
- $1,100 – 2,000
- Stay in Iran
- Outpatient, 3–4 days in Iran
Retinal surgery (vitrectomy)
Treatment of retinal detachment, macular holes, and diabetic complications.
- Iran
- $900 – 1,500
- Turkey
- $3,500 – 6,000
- Stay in Iran
- 1 night, 7–10 days in Iran
Corneal transplant / cross-linking
Full or partial-thickness corneal grafts for keratoconus and corneal scarring; cross-linking to halt keratoconus.
- Iran
- $2,000 – 3,500
- Turkey
- $5,000 – 8,000
- Stay in Iran
- 1 night, 7–10 days in Iran
Glaucoma surgery
Laser or surgical treatment to lower eye pressure and protect vision.
- Iran
- $500 – 900
- Turkey
- $2,000 – 3,500
- Stay in Iran
- Outpatient, 4–5 days in Iran
Iran
$350 – 750
Cataract surgery (per eye)
Turkey
$1,500 – 2,500
Cataract surgery (per eye)
Jordan
$1,800 – 2,800
Cataract surgery (per eye)
Europe
$3,500 – 6,000
Cataract surgery (per eye)
Prices are indicative ranges in US dollars for the procedure only, compiled from published hospital tariffs, and are not fixed or guaranteed.
Talk to us about Eye care & eye surgeryHow it works, step by step
One Arabic-speaking coordinator from your first message until you are safely home — at no cost to you.
- 01
Send your reports
Share your diagnosis, scans, photos, or prescriptions on WhatsApp or through our form. Everything is reviewed by our medical team.
- 02
Receive your plan
Within 48 hours you receive a recommended specialist and a treatment plan — free and without obligation.
- 03
We prepare everything
Appointments, hospital admission, entry paperwork, flights, and lodging for you and your family are confirmed before you leave Iraq.
- 04
Treatment in Iran
We meet you at the airport, stay beside you at every consultation and procedure, and translate every conversation with your doctors.
- 05
Recovery & follow-up
Your coordinator stays in touch after you return: follow-up visits, test results, repeat prescriptions, and direct contact with your doctor.
Why Iraqi patients choose Iran for this treatment
- 1Costs are typically 50–70% lower than in Turkey, Jordan, or Europe — for the same procedure, with equally experienced senior surgeons.
- 2Iran's specialists are among the most experienced in the region: high patient volumes mean your surgeon has performed your procedure thousands of times.
- 3No waiting lists. Thanks to Hemrah's direct relationships, consultations and surgery dates are usually confirmed within days.
- 4A short direct flight from Baghdad, Najaf, Basra, or Erbil, a shared culture and faith, halal food, and Arabic-speaking support at every step.
- 5You recover in a calm, private setting near the hospital, with your family beside you and a companion who handles every practical detail.
Common questions about Eye care & eye surgery in Iran
Can both eyes be treated on the same trip?+
Yes. LASIK is performed on both eyes in one session. For cataracts, surgeons usually operate on the second eye 2–3 days after the first, which still fits within a one-week stay.
What should I bring to my eye consultation?+
Your current glasses or lens prescription and any previous eye reports. If you wear contact lenses, stop using soft lenses 1 week (hard lenses 3 weeks) before LASIK assessment.
When can I fly after eye surgery?+
After cataract surgery or LASIK you can fly 2–3 days later once your surgeon has checked your eyes. After retina surgery with a gas bubble, flying must wait until the gas has absorbed — your surgeon will tell you exactly when.
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