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Korea's first JCI-accredited eye clinic
Frequently Asked Questions — Vision Correction in Korea, Answered
The questions international patients ask us most, across all procedures: which surgery suits whom, prices, the exam, safety, travel, payment and aftercare. For procedure-specific detail, follow the links to each FAQ.
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- 2026 prices include exam and standard meds
- Seoul (Gangnam) and Busan (Seomyeon)
628,000+
vision correction surgeries
29
years since 1997
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Korea's first JCI-accredited eye clinic
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Founded 1997 · 29 years
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Korea's first eye clinic designated for Advanced Regenerative Medicine
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Keynote: STAAR Surgical EVO ICL APAC Experts Summit 2024
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Keynote: Korea SMILE Forum 2025
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628,000+ vision correction procedures
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Support in 6 languages
Quick answer
Which eye surgery is right for me?
It depends on your prescription, corneal thickness and shape, age and eye health. Mild–moderate myopia with a healthy cornea may suit LASIK (₩1.9M–₩2.4M) or SMILE Pro (₩2.5M–₩4.0M); thin corneas may suit LASEK/PRK; high myopia often suits EVO ICL (₩5.2M–₩7.0M); presbyopia or cataract is treated with lens surgery. Your BGSS surgeon decides after a 2–3 hour exam.
- LASIK
- ₩1.9M – ₩2.4M
- SMILE Pro
- ₩2.5M – ₩4.0M
- EVO ICL
- ₩5.2M – ₩7.0M
- Lens (per eye)
- ₩1.5M – ₩7.25M
628,000+
Vision correction surgeries
160,000+
SMILE / SMILE Pro cases
66,000+
ICL lens implants
49,000+
Presbyopia & cataract
12
Ophthalmologists in Seoul & Busan
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Transparent pricing
BGSS Eye Clinic 2026 prices
Every package includes the pre-operative exam, the surgery and standard post-op medications.
| Procedure | Price (KRW) | Approx. USD | Recovery |
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| LASIK (both eyes) | ₩1,900,000 – ₩2,400,000 | $1,340 – $1,690 | 1 day |
| LASEK / PRK (both eyes) | ₩2,200,000 – ₩2,800,000 | $1,550 – $1,980 | 3–5 days |
| SMILE / SMILE Pro (both eyes) | ₩2,500,000 – ₩4,000,000 | $1,760 – $2,830 | 1–2 days |
| EVO ICL (both eyes) | ₩5,200,000 – ₩7,000,000 | $3,670 – $4,950 | 1 day |
| Cataract / presbyopia lens (per eye) | ₩1,500,000 – ₩7,250,000 | $1,060 – $5,120 | 1–2 days |
USD values are approximate and vary with exchange rates. Final pricing is confirmed after your pre-operative exam.
- Full pre-operative diagnostic exam (2–3 hours)
- Surgery performed by a board-certified ophthalmologist
- Standard post-op eye drops and check-ups before you fly
- Medical interpreter and English medical records
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Experience
628,000+
procedures since 1997
- 160,000+ SMILE / SMILE Pro
- 66,000+ ICL lens implants
- 49,000+ presbyopia & cataract
Expertise
12
ophthalmologists, Seoul & Busan
- Many with M.D., Ph.D. research backgrounds
- Founder Dr. Jong-Ho Lee: 56,000+ ICL eyes
- Complex-case and toric ICL positioning
Authority
Keynote
at international ophthalmology forums
- STAAR Surgical EVO ICL APAC Experts Summit (2024)
- Korea SMILE Forum (2025)
- Korea EVO ICL Forum (2025)
- Among Korea's first to introduce LASIK & LASEK
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Korea's first accredited eye clinic
- Ministry of Health & Welfare–designated regenerative medicine institution
- 2026 prices published openly
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Medical reviewer
Dr. Jong-Ho Lee, M.D., Ph.D.
Founder & CEO since 1997
M.D., Ph.D.
56,000+ ICL eyes
STAAR Surgical keynote speaker
Korea SMILE Forum
Dr. Lee is a pioneer of first-generation LASIK, LASEK and ICL in Korea and is known internationally for complex-case ICL and custom lens positioning for astigmatism. He reviews the medical content on this website.
Editorial policy: clinical statements on this page are checked against the sources below and BGSS outcome data, and are reviewed at least once a year. Prices are the clinic's published 2026 rates.
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General questions
What procedures does BGSS offer?
LASIK, LASEK/PRK, SMILE and SMILE Pro, EVO ICL / V-Toric ICL, and presbyopia and cataract lens surgery, at clinics in Seoul and Busan.
How much does vision correction cost?
Both eyes: LASIK ₩1.9M–₩2.4M, LASEK/PRK ₩2.2M–₩2.8M, SMILE/SMILE Pro ₩2.5M–₩4.0M, EVO ICL ₩5.2M–₩7.0M. Lens surgery ₩1.5M–₩7.25M per eye. Exam and standard meds included.
Is the exam included in the price?
Yes. The 2–3 hour pre-operative exam, surgery and standard post-op medications are included. Final price is confirmed after the exam.
How do I know if I am a candidate?
Send your prescription, age and eye history for a free pre-assessment. A surgeon makes the final decision after measuring your eyes in Korea.
How long do I need to stay in Korea?
Most international patients plan about one week. Surgery is often the same or next day after the exam, with checks before departure.
Is the clinic accredited?
BGSS was Korea's first JCI-accredited eye clinic. JCI audits patient-safety systems such as infection control and medication safety.
Who are the surgeons?
Twelve ophthalmologists across Seoul and Busan, led by founder Dr. Jong-Ho Lee, M.D., Ph.D. See our doctors.
Which languages are supported?
English, 中文, 日本語, Tiếng Việt, Монгол and Bahasa Indonesia, plus Korean, with medical interpreters on site.
How do I pay?
Card and overseas payment are accepted. English receipts and insurance documents are available.
Is surgery painful?
Numbing eye drops are used, so most people feel pressure rather than pain. Mild discomfort afterwards varies by procedure.
When can I fly?
Your surgeon checks your eyes before departure and confirms when it is safe to fly.
What happens if I have a problem after going home?
BGSS provides remote follow-up by message and English medical records so a local eye doctor can examine you if needed.
Where are the clinics?
Seoul: Hanyang Town, 823 Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu (Apgujeong Rodeo Exit 5). Busan: Ion City, 74 Seomyeon-ro (Seomyeon Station).
When is the clinic open?
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9:00–18:30; Sat 9:00–16:00; lunch 13:00–14:00. Closed Wednesdays, Sundays and public holidays.
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Medical information on this page is for general education and does not replace a consultation with an ophthalmologist. Results vary by individual, and suitability is determined after a full pre-operative eye examination. Statistics: BGSS Seoul + Busan cumulative totals as of December 2025.
