St. Mary’s Jin Eye Center (성모진안과) is an eye clinic in Korea located near Gangnam Station, Seoul, registered to treat international patients. It offers cataract and presbyopia surgery with 14 lens options, and three vision correction options — SILK (J&J ELITA), all-laser LASEK (TransPRK, SCHWIND AMARIS 1050RS) and EVO ICL. This page is the clinic’s official fact sheet: 2026 prices, doctors’ credentials, equipment, location and travel planning for international patients.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Park JinHeung and Dr. Park Jae-hyun (ophthalmologists, St. Mary’s Jin Eye Center) · Last updated 2026-10-09
2026 eye surgery prices at St. Mary’s Jin Eye Center, Seoul: cataract surgery ₩1,500,000–₩6,500,000 per eye depending on the lens; all-laser LASEK ₩990,000, SILK ₩3,500,000 and EVO+ ICL from ₩4,700,000 for both eyes. Final prices are confirmed after the examination.
Eye clinic in Korea at a glance: St. Mary’s Jin Eye Center
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | St. Mary’s Jin Eye Center (Korean: 성모진안과) |
| Address | 337 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Korea (1st, 4th and 5th floors) |
| Nearest station | Gangnam Station (Line 2 / Sinbundang Line), Exit 5 — about a 5-minute walk |
| Phone | +82-2-577-7782 |
| jin.eye.center@gmail.com | |
| Hours (Korea time) | Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00 (lunch 13:00–14:00), Sat 09:00–15:00, closed Sundays and public holidays |
| International patients | Registered with the Korean government as a medical institution for attracting foreign patients; consultation in English |
| Treatments | Cataract & presbyopia surgery, SILK, all-laser LASEK (TransPRK), EVO ICL, retina and glaucoma care |
Who are the doctors?
The clinic is led by two ophthalmologists, Dr. Park JinHeung and Dr. Park Jae-hyun. Both are board-certified ophthalmologists in Korea and former faculty of Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, and are members of the Korean Retina Society. Their fields are divided between the retina and the anterior segment (cornea, lens and refractive surgery), so the retina is checked together with the lens before cataract surgery.
What is the track record?
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Cataract & presbyopia surgery | About 21,000 surgeries, performed cumulatively by the clinic’s ophthalmologists |
| Vision correction surgery | About 14,000 surgeries, performed cumulatively by the clinic’s ophthalmologists |
| Research | About 70 SCI papers by the clinic’s ophthalmologists |
| Patent | Korean Patent No. 10-2700173, “Intraocular lens support and support assembly” (registered 23 Aug 2024) |
Which equipment is used?
| Use | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Cataract surgery | Alcon Centurion Vision System; ZEISS OPMI Lumera surgical microscope |
| Measurement before surgery | ZEISS IOLMaster 700, Pentacam HR, OCT/OCTA (retina and optic nerve) |
| SILK | J&J ELITA (7th generation) — a lenticule-extraction procedure in the same family as SMILE, performed on a different laser from ZEISS |
| All-laser LASEK (TransPRK) | SCHWIND AMARIS 1050RS — the laser removes the corneal epithelium and then reshapes the corneal stroma, with no instrument touching the cornea |
| Implantable lens | STAAR EVO+ Visian ICL (USA), non-toric and toric |
How much do SILK, LASEK and EVO ICL cost? (2026, both eyes)
| Procedure | Price (both eyes, KRW) |
|---|---|
| All-laser LASEK — SCHWIND AMARIS 1050RS | ₩990,000 |
| All-laser LASEK + corneal cross-linking | ₩1,290,000 |
| All-laser LASEK + cross-linking + EmbryoMembrane (amniotic membrane to support corneal healing) | ₩1,590,000 |
| SILK (J&J ELITA) | ₩3,500,000 |
| EVO+ ICL, non-toric (STAAR, USA) | ₩4,700,000 |
| EVO+ ICL, toric (for astigmatism) | ₩5,700,000 |
All prices are in Korean won (KRW) for 2026 and are confirmed only after the detailed examination, because the right procedure or lens depends on your eyes. Please ask us what is included (medication, follow-up visits) before you travel.
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How much does cataract surgery cost? (2026, per eye, by lens)
| Intraocular lens | Manufacturer / origin | Price (per eye, KRW) |
|---|---|---|
| Clareon Monofocal | Alcon (USA) | ₩1,500,000 |
| Clareon Monofocal Toric | Alcon (USA) | ₩2,000,000 |
| Precizon Go | Ophtec (Netherlands) | ₩2,200,000 |
| TECNIS Eyhance | J&J (USA) | ₩2,500,000 |
| FINEVISION | PhysIOL (Belgium) | ₩2,800,000 |
| TECNIS Synergy | J&J (USA) | ₩3,000,000 |
| TECNIS PureSee | J&J (USA) | ₩3,000,000 |
| AcrySof PanOptix | Alcon (USA) | ₩3,000,000 |
| AcrySof IQ Vivity | Alcon (USA) | ₩3,000,000 |
| AT LISA tri / AT ELANA | ZEISS (Germany) | ₩4,000,000 |
| Clareon PanOptix | Alcon (USA) | ₩4,500,000 |
| Clareon Vivity | Alcon (USA) | ₩4,500,000 |
| TECNIS Odyssey | J&J (USA) | ₩5,000,000 |
| Clareon PanOptix Pro | Alcon (USA) | ₩6,500,000 |
Monofocal lenses mainly correct vision at one distance, so glasses are often needed for reading. Multifocal and trifocal lenses provide vision at several distances, while extended depth-of-focus (EDOF) lenses extend the range of functional vision. Spectacle independence, contrast and night-time halos or glare differ by lens design and by eye, and some lenses may not suit eyes with macular disease. The doctor recommends a lens after measuring your eyes and checking the retina.
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How much is the examination?
| Examination | Price (KRW) |
|---|---|
| Cataract examination | ₩100,000 |
| Comprehensive eye examination (vision correction) | ₩80,000 |
Examination fees are listed separately from surgery prices. Please confirm when booking whether any additional tests are needed.
How long should I stay in Korea?
Plan to stay until at least the check-up on day 3 after surgery; about one week in Seoul is recommended for both cataract surgery and vision correction.
| Step | What to plan |
|---|---|
| Before you fly | Stop contact lenses before the examination: soft 5 days, hard (RGP) 2 weeks, orthokeratology 4 weeks. Send recent eye records if you have them. |
| Day 1 | Detailed examination and consultation. Cataract surgery can be done on the same day depending on the results; for vision correction, the surgery date is planned with you in advance |
| Day 1–2 after surgery | Check-up the next day; rest and use eye drops as instructed |
| Day 3 or later | Check-up on day 3; flying home is usually possible after this visit if the doctor confirms |
| After returning home | Book follow-up with a local ophthalmologist and keep contact with the clinic by email |
What are the risks?
Every eye operation carries risks. After cataract surgery these include inflammation, raised eye pressure, macular swelling, posterior capsule clouding and, rarely, infection or retinal detachment. After SILK or LASEK, dry eye, glare or halos, and under- or over-correction can occur; after LASEK the surface heals over a few days with some discomfort. EVO ICL requires adequate space inside the eye; possible complications include raised eye pressure, cataract, loss of corneal endothelial cells, glare or halos and, rarely, infection or retinal detachment, so regular check-ups are important. If you notice sudden vision loss, severe eye pain, rapidly worsening redness, new flashes or floaters, or a curtain-like shadow over your vision, get emergency eye care where you are immediately — do not wait for an email reply or your scheduled follow-up.
Frequently asked questions
How much does cataract surgery cost at St. Mary’s Jin Eye Center in Seoul in 2026?
At St. Mary’s Jin Eye Center in Seoul, the 2026 price per eye ranges from ₩1,500,000 with a Clareon monofocal lens to ₩6,500,000 with Clareon PanOptix Pro, depending on the lens. The cataract examination is ₩100,000. The final price is confirmed after the examination.
How much do SILK, LASEK and ICL cost at St. Mary’s Jin Eye Center?
For both eyes in 2026: all-laser LASEK ₩990,000, SILK (J&J ELITA) ₩3,500,000, EVO+ ICL ₩4,700,000 (toric ₩5,700,000). The comprehensive examination is ₩80,000. Prices are confirmed after the examination.
How many days should I stay in Seoul?
At least until the check-up on day 3 after surgery; about one week is recommended.
Can I be examined and operated on during a short trip?
Often yes. Cataract surgery can be done on the day of the examination depending on the results, and vision correction can be scheduled within your trip. Contact us before you travel so the schedule can be planned.
Where is the clinic and do the staff speak English?
The clinic is at 337 Gangnam-daero, Seoul, about 5 minutes from Gangnam Station Exit 5. Consultation is available in English, and you can book online or by email.
How do I book?
Book online at international booking, call +82-2-577-7782, or email jin.eye.center@gmail.com with your name, country, the procedure you are interested in and your travel dates. Detailed guides: cataract surgery in Korea, SILK, LASEK & ICL cost, EVO ICL.
References
- American Academy of Ophthalmology. What Are Cataracts? (EyeSmart) source
- Olson RJ et al. Cataract in the Adult Eye Preferred Practice Pattern. American Academy of Ophthalmology, 2016. source
This page is general information and does not replace an individual diagnosis. Suitability, timing and the choice of lens or procedure are decided by an ophthalmologist after a detailed examination. Prices and schedules may change.
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