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Most patients save 60-75% and complete treatment in a single 3-5 day visit, with full aftercare support coordinated remotely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-stats\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSave 60-75% vs UK private prices\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical saving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e3-5 days in Istanbul\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical stay\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVerified clinics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVetted by Dr.Visor\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eCost comparison: UK vs Istanbul in 2026\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"dvtr-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUK private\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIstanbul\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard LASIK (both eyes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£4,500-£6,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£900-£1,400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePRK or TransPRK (both eyes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£5,000-£6,500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£1,100-£1,600\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSMILE (both eyes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£5,500-£6,500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£1,500-£1,800\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsultant assessment and imaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£300-£500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded in package\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePost-op medications and eyedrops\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£50-£100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded in package\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurgeon experience (key price driver)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSenior consultants, 10+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSenior consultants, 10+ years (same credentials, lower overhead)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"dvtr-note\"\u003ePrices are typical 2026 ranges from verified clinics and vary by case complexity. Request a personal quote for exact pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat Turkey packages typically include\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-check\"\u003ePre-operative eye mapping and wavefront analysis\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-check\"\u003eProcedure by experienced refractive surgeon\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-check\"\u003ePost-operative medications and lubricating drops\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-check\"\u003eSame-day discharge and written aftercare plan\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-check\"\u003eRemote follow-up consultations at 1 week, 1 month, 3 months\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-check\"\u003eAccess to clinic via email or video for minor concerns\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Istanbul for laser eye surgery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIstanbul is Turkey's undisputed medical tourism capital, home to the highest concentration of JCI-accredited hospitals and specialist eye clinics in the country. This regulatory rigour ensures surgical standards match UK practice. Direct flights from London, Manchester, Birmingham and Dublin reach Istanbul in approximately 4 hours, minimising travel fatigue. The city's competitive pricing reflects lower operational costs, not lower clinical quality: surgeons have identical training and credentials to their UK counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe convergence of established refractive surgery infrastructure, high patient volume (enabling specialisation), and transparent pricing makes Istanbul the logical choice for UK patients seeking significant savings without compromising safety. Many Turkish clinics employ consultants educated at UK institutions or with fellowship training in the US and Europe. Post-operative care is seamlessly coordinated between your Turkish clinic and your GP, ensuring continuity and peace of mind after you return home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eHow it works with Dr.Visor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-steps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-step\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFree enquiry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTell us about your treatment goals, no obligation\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-step\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompare quotes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReceive quotes from verified clinics within 48 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-step\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChoose your clinic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReview credentials, accreditation and patient reviews\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-step\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTravel and treatment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClinics arrange transfers, hotel and treatment plan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-step\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAftercare\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow-up support after you return to the UK\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat to check before choosing a clinic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-check\"\u003eVerify JCI or ISO 15189 accreditation of the clinic\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-check\"\u003eConfirm surgeon's CV: years in refractive surgery, fellowship training, case numbers\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-check\"\u003eRead independent patient reviews on Google, TrustPilot or medical forums (check for recurring themes)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-check\"\u003eRequest written quote itemising all costs; confirm what is and is not included\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-check\"\u003eClarify remote aftercare protocol: how, when and by whom you'll be reviewed post-op\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-check\"\u003eAsk about complication rates, revision policy and insurance coverage for your flight home if needed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"dvtr-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy is laser eye surgery so much cheaper in Turkey than the UK?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurgeon credentials and equipment quality are equivalent; the difference reflects lower clinic overheads, property costs and labour in Istanbul. Turkish clinics operate at high volume, reducing per-procedure cost. NHS waiting lists also inflate private UK prices. The savings are real and safe, not a sign of corner-cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"dvtr-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow long does recovery take after laser eye surgery?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eVision stabilisation varies by technique. LASIK typically clears within 24-48 hours; PRK and SMILE may take 3-7 days. Most patients return to light work within 3-5 days. Full stabilisation often takes 3 months. Your clinic will provide detailed restrictions and timelines before surgery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"dvtr-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I really need to stay 3-5 days in Istanbul?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Pre-op assessment (day 1), surgery (day 2) and day-1 post-op check (day 3) are essential in clinic. Returning to the UK the same day risks complications going undetected. A short stay protects your investment and your eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"dvtr-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs laser eye surgery safe in Turkish clinics?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, when performed in JCI-accredited hospitals by qualified surgeons. Safety outcomes are comparable to UK private clinics. Verify accreditation, surgeon credentials and ask about infection rates and revision rates before booking. Reputable clinics publish their data transparently.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"dvtr-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat happens if I need follow-up care after returning to the UK?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour Turkish clinic will provide a detailed aftercare report for your GP. Most follow-up is remote: photos or video consultations at 1 week, 1 month and 3 months. Urgent issues (rare) are triaged by your Turkish clinic; routine checks can transition to your UK optician after 3 months if you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"dvtr-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich laser eye surgery technique is best for me: LASIK, PRK or SMILE?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoice depends on corneal thickness, prescription strength, lifestyle and dry eye risk. LASIK is fastest recovery; PRK suits thinner corneas; SMILE minimises flap-related complications. Your pre-op assessment in Istanbul will determine suitability. Surgeon will recommend the safest option for your eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dvtr-cta\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eCompare quotes from verified clinics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFree, no obligation. 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