Do you live in Silesia and are looking for laser eye correction? To be clear: we do not have a clinic in Katowice. We operate in Krakow at ul. Kluczborska 15/U3 — an hour’s drive via the A4 motorway from the center of Katowice. Patients from Silesia are a regular group for us, and we plan visits to minimize the number of trips.
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How long does it take to get to the clinic in Krakow?
| From | By Car | By Train |
|---|---|---|
| Katowice | approx. 1 h 15 min (A4) | approx. 1 h (IC to Kraków Główny) |
| Sosnowiec | approx. 1 h 10 min | approx. 1 h 10 min |
| Gliwice | approx. 1 h 30 min (A4) | approx. 1 h 30 min |
| Bielsko-Biała | approx. 1 h 20 min (S1/A4) | approx. 2 h |
| Częstochowa | approx. 1 h 40 min | approx. 2 h |
From Kraków Główny station, you can reach the clinic in 15–20 minutes by tram towards the Krowodrza Górka loop (350 m from the clinic) or by taxi. The nearest bus stop — Krowoderskich Zuchów — is 190 m from the entrance. Drivers have parking spaces at the clinic and the P&R Krowodrza Górka parking lot.
Methods We Perform
FemtoLASIK
Using 7D technology, from PLN 11,000 for both eyes. The fastest return to sharp vision — most patients see clearly the next day. Method details.
SmartSight (Lenticule Extraction)
Flapless method with SCHWIND ATOS laser — from PLN 13,600 for both eyes. Krakow is one of four SCHWIND reference centers led by Dr. med. Victor Derhartunian. Method details.
PresbyMAX
Presbyopia correction for people over 40 who want to read without glasses. Method details.
How to Plan Your Treatment When Coming from Silesia
- Qualification — one visit, approx. 90 minutes. After the pupil-dilating examination, you must not drive for several hours: come by train or with an accompanying person.
- Procedure — the date is set after qualification, taking travel into account.
- First follow-up — usually the day after the procedure, which is why we recommend patients from Silesia stay overnight in Krakow.
- Further follow-ups — some of these can, after consultation with the treating physician, be performed by an ophthalmologist closer to your place of residence.
We have described the full visit plan on the page for patients from outside Krakow.
Other Procedures in Krakow
- Cataract Surgery — for Patients from Silesia
- ICL Phakic Lenses
- Refractive lens exchange
- Keratoconus Treatment
- Laser Eye Correction — Clinic in Krakow
Frequently Asked Questions from Patients from Silesia
Does SwissLaser have a clinic in Katowice?
No. We operate in Krakow at ul. Kluczborska 15/U3 – about an hour’s drive via the A4 motorway from the center of Katowice. Patients from Silesia are a regular group for us, and we plan visits to minimize the number of trips.
How many times do I need to come to Krakow?
Usually three times: qualification examination (about 90 minutes), day of the procedure, and the first follow-up the next morning. Some further follow-ups can, after consultation with the treating physician, be performed by an ophthalmologist closer to your place of residence.
Can I return to Silesia on the day of the procedure?
The first follow-up takes place the next morning, so we recommend patients from Silesia stay overnight in Krakow. After the follow-up, you can safely return home. Do not drive on the day of the procedure – come by train or with an accompanying person.
Can I drive after the qualification examination?
Not for several hours – we dilate pupils for the fundus examination. From Kraków Główny station, you can reach the clinic in 15–20 minutes, so it’s most convenient to come by train for qualification.
How much does laser eye correction cost for patients from Silesia?
The same as for everyone: from PLN 10,000 for both eyes (Trans-PRK) through PLN 11,000 (FemtoLASIK) to PLN 15,000 (SmartSight Nova). The qualification examination costs PLN 400. Installment payments are available through Santander Consumer Bank.
Does the same surgeon operate in Krakow as in Warsaw?
Yes. Dr. med. Victor Derhartunian, FEBO, FWCRS, operates in both clinics using the same SCHWIND technology and at the same prices. Patients rate the Krakow clinic 5.0 on Google.
Full visit plan for patients from outside Krakow: how to plan your visit. Criteria and course of examination: qualification for laser eye correction.
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Do you have questions about travel or organizing visits? Contact the clinic in Krakow — tel. +48 12 383 33 60, or book an appointment online.
Content fact-checked by Dr. med. univ. (Vienna) Victor Derhartunian, FEBO, FWCRS – a specialist in refractive surgery. Last verified: August 2026.
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