I would like to hear any recommendations for cataract surgery. My mother in law in Thailand had one a couple of years ago. She had the traditional surgery paid for my the government in her local hospital and all went well. It was also practically free for her.

I visited her recently and she is not as spry as she was last year. I was thinking about paying for the modern cataract surgery for her hoping that it would be easier for her and a quicker recovery.

Any stories, recommendations, costs?

Thanks

I had both eyes done several years ago at Bumrungrad. Here is the information I posted previously > Cataract surgery. This was for lens replacement and as such a bit expensive.

//edit - I've seen Rutnin Eye Hospital recommended by members several times also.

Rutnin Eye Hospital would be the best bet, see current thread running and also their website. Select a physician who specializes in cataract removal.

It is a very simple procedure these days, no more than a 1 night hospital stay if even that. Cost will vary with the type of artifical lens used.

Although usuually day surgery or 1 night stay she will need several follow up checks and full recovery will be a month to 6 weeks in terms of getting to normal vision.

Rutnin Eye Hospital would be the best bet, see current thread running and also their website. Select a physician who specializes in cataract removal.

It is a very simple procedure these days, no more than a 1 night hospital stay if even that. Cost will vary with the type of artifical lens used.

Although usuually day surgery or 1 night stay she will need several follow up checks and full recovery will be a month to 6 weeks in terms of getting to normal vision.

Right, I've had cataracts fixed for both eyes at Rutnin, also had a surgical procedure for glaucoma. And everything is still functioning. All three opns were outpatient, surgery relatively early in the morning then back at 1400 hrs with the other patients for a check by the doc. Back in a week for another checkup.

FYI, I go there at least every three months for a glaucoma check.

Mac

I had cataract surgery at Rutnin last year, treated as an outpatient total cost for two examinations and operation just under 70000 Baht

I am very happy with Rutnin,

You must take your passport with you on your first visit

I have glaucoma as well and continue to be treated at Rutnin and although it is very busy there at times I have never felt either rushed or hurried thru in any way. I dont think at this point I would go anywhere else for eyes problems.

You must take your passport with you on your first visit

Why? So they can work out how much to overcharge you based upon your nationality............