Laser Eye Correction Warsaw

Three Steps to Clear Vision in Warsaw

1. Qualification examination, approximately 90 minutes. Corneal tomography, pupil size in night conditions, tear film, fundus examination. You leave with corneal maps and a written plan—even if we advise against the procedure.
2. Procedure, approximately 15 minutes for both eyes. Under topical anesthesia, you return home the same day. With SmartSight and FemtoLASIK, you usually see clearly the next morning.
3. Follow-ups: the day after the procedure and after one month. Included in the price, at the same clinic in Wola. Enhancement in the first year also included in the price, if the eye allows.

How much does laser eye correction cost in Warsaw?

Prices include both eyes, the procedure, lens or ablation profile, anesthesia, and scheduled follow-up appointments. Prices in Warsaw and Krakow are identical.

Installments: for example, Trans-PRK 226.66 PLN, FemtoLASIK 249.33 PLN, SmartSight 308.26 PLN per month for 60 installments without a down payment—calculation from the Santander Consumer Bank calculator dated September 25, 2026. APR, total cost, and terms are provided by the calculator under the “Calculate installment” button in the price list; we complete the application together at the clinic.

The qualification examination costs PLN 400 and takes approximately 90 minutes. The procedure is not reimbursed by the National Health Fund (NFZ); installment payment is available through Santander Consumer Bank.

Which method to choose?

Methods are not divided into better or worse – they are divided into appropriate and inappropriate for a specific cornea. The choice depends on corneal thickness, the extent of the refractive error, the shape of the eye’s surface, and lifestyle.

• Thick, regular cornea and refractive error up to -8 dpt: usually FemtoLASIK – sharp vision returns within a day.
• Thinner cornea or contact sports: Trans-PRK – no cutting and no flap, at the cost of longer recovery.
• If you prefer a flapless method: SmartSight – correction through a several-millimeter incision.
• Cornea too thin or refractive error above -10 dpt: laser is not an option – then we consider phakic ICL lenses.
• Above 45 years of age: laser alone will not resolve presbyopia – then lens replacement is the topic.

FemtoLASIK, SmartSight, and PresbyMAX in Warsaw — method details

All methods are performed on-site at ul. Kolejowa 1 — qualification, procedure, and follow-ups take place in the same clinic, next to Warszawa Zachodnia station.

FemtoLASIK in Warsaw

We perform FemtoLASIK using 7D technology, from PLN 11,000 for both eyes. This method offers the fastest return to sharp vision — most patients see clearly the very next day. Method details: FemtoLASIK — how the procedure works.

SmartSight (lenticule extraction) in Warsaw

SmartSight is a flapless lenticule extraction with the SCHWIND ATOS laser — from PLN 13,600 for both eyes. Warsaw is one of four SCHWIND reference centers run by Dr. med. Victor Derhartunian. Details: SmartSight — what it involves.

PresbyMAX (presbyopia correction) in Warsaw

PresbyMAX combines distance and near vision correction — for patients over 40 who want to read without glasses. Details: PresbyMAX — how it works and presbyopia treatment in Warsaw.

Do I Qualify for the Procedure?

The final answer is provided by the examination. Below is what we look for – and what the procedure excludes.

Favorable Conditions

• 18 years of age or older and stable refractive error for at least one year
• myopia up to -10 dpt, hyperopia up to +4 dpt, astigmatism up to 6 dpt
• cornea of sufficient thickness and regular shape
• good general eye health

Requires careful evaluation

• dry eye syndrome – we treat it before the procedure, not during it
• thin cornea – pachymetric measurement and topography are decisive
• large pupils at night – affects the selection of the optical zone

Contraindications

• progressive keratoconus
• unstable refractive error
• advanced cataracts or glaucoma
• pregnancy and breastfeeding
• active autoimmune diseases

Technology we work with

Femtosecond Laser

It operates with impulses lasting billionths of a second. It does not cut with a blade – it separates tissue at the micrometer level, in a plane defined to the micron. It is responsible for preparing the flap in the FemtoLASIK method and for excising the microlens in the SmartSight method.

Schwind Amaris 1050RS Excimer Laser

It models the corneal surface with an ultraviolet light beam. The 1050 Hz frequency shortens the operating time to several tens of seconds per eye, and the seven-dimensional eye tracking system corrects every eye movement – including rotation when the patient changes position from sitting to lying down.

We are a Schwind Reference Center – we use the same technology in Vienna, Zurich, Warsaw, and Krakow.

How the entire process looks

Qualification Examination – approximately 90 minutes

Full diagnostics: corneal topography and tomography, thickness measurement, tear film evaluation, pupil measurement, fundus examination. Based on this, we confirm the method – or advise against the procedure.

Day of Procedure – 15 to 20 Minutes for Both Eyes

Anesthesia with drops. The laser operating time itself is several tens of seconds per eye. You return home the same day – with a companion.

Post-operative check-ups

First follow-up the next day, subsequent ones according to a set schedule. All scheduled follow-up appointments are included in the price.

When you will return to normal life

• Day of procedure: rest, eyes closed. Burning and tearing for several hours are normal.
• Day 1: follow-up. After FemtoLASIK and SmartSight, vision is usually already good; after Trans-PRK, it takes a few days.
• Week 1: computer work. Driving after doctor’s approval.
• Weeks 2–4: sports, swimming pool, and sauna after consultation.
• Up to 3 months: vision finally stabilizes.

Risks – stated directly

Laser eye correction is a procedure with a very high safety profile, but it is not without risk. We speak openly about this:

• Dry eye in the first few weeks – the most common side effect, usually temporary. That’s why we evaluate the tear film before the procedure.
• Nighttime visual disturbances (halos, glare) – more common with large pupils and high refractive errors.
• Undercorrection or overcorrection – supplementary correction is possible if needed.
• Flap complications with flap methods – rare; flapless methods (SmartSight, Trans-PRK) do not carry this risk.

Therefore, qualification is paramount: most problems arise from qualifying an eye that should not have been qualified. If the examination shows that laser is not for you – we will tell you directly and show you an alternative.

Why patients from Warsaw choose SwissLaser

• The surgeon operates, not a rotating team. Procedures are performed by Dr. med. Victor Derhartunian, FEBO – a specialist with the title Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology, who also runs EyeLaser clinics in Vienna and Zurich.
• One standard in four cities. Warsaw, Krakow, Vienna, and Zurich operate with the same technology and according to the same protocols.
• Schwind Reference Center. The manufacturer of the Amaris 1050RS laser directs patients and doctors to us – this is a commitment, not a marketing title.
• Qualification that can say “no.”If the examination shows that laser is not the right method, we will tell you – and show you what is.
• Prices without asterisks. The amount includes the procedure and scheduled follow-ups. No surcharges for method variant or degree of refractive error.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does laser eye correction cost in Warsaw?

From PLN 10,000 for both eyes with the Trans-PRK method to PLN 15,000 for SmartSight Nova. The price includes the procedure and scheduled follow-ups. The qualification examination costs PLN 400. Prices in Warsaw and Krakow are the same.

How to Schedule a Qualification Examination in Warsaw?

Online at Book Appointment – Warsaw or by phone at +48 22 120 16 90, Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The examination at Kolejowa 1 takes approximately 90 minutes and costs PLN 400; based on it, we select the procedure method.

Where to park near the clinic in Warsaw?

Underground parking is located approximately 240 m from the entrance. However, we recommend public transport for the qualification — Warszawa Zachodnia station is a 6-minute walk, the Kolejowa bus stop about 110 m — because after the examination with pupil dilation, you should not drive for several hours.

Are Both Eyes Operated on the Same Day?

Yes, this is standard – with the exception of the SmartSight method, which for medical reasons we do not perform on the same day as the pre-operative examination.

Can the refractive error return?

The corrected refractive error does not return. However, the eye continues to age: after 45 years of age, presbyopia appears, regardless of a previous procedure. Therefore, for patients in this age group, we immediately discuss other solutions.

How does SmartSight differ from FemtoLASIK?

FemtoLASIK requires lifting a thin corneal flap. SmartSight is a flapless method – the surgeon removes the microlens through a several-millimeter incision. The cornea remains more stable, which is important for contact sports.

I’m Coming from Łódź, Radom, or Płock – How to Plan Visits?

Usually three visits are enough: qualification (approximately 90 minutes), day of procedure, and follow-up the next morning. From Łódź by train to Warszawa Zachodnia takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, from Radom or Płock 1–1.5 hours. On the day of the procedure you don’t drive, so patients from farther away often stay one night. More: patients from outside Warsaw.

SwissLaser Clinic in Warsaw

ul. Kolejowa 1, 01-217 Warsaw
Phone: +48 22 120 16 90
Opening hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

• Bus: Kolejowa stop approximately 110 m from the entrance – less than two minutes on foot.
• Train: Warszawa Zachodnia station approximately 420 m, or a 6-minute walk. You can also get there by WKD commuter rail.
• Tram: Szpital Wolski stop approximately 560 m.
• By car: underground parking approximately 240 m away.

See location on map or go to contact page.

Are you being treated in Krakow? The same procedure, the same surgeon, and the same price: laser eye correction in Krakow.