Ophthalmology in Busan: Clinics, Treatments & Prices
Busan has 162 eye clinics (안과) listed in this guide, spread across 16 districts. Compare clinics by area, see what each treatment costs and find the right option for your concern.
Ophthalmology clinics by district
| District | Area | Clinics |
|---|---|---|
| Busanjin-gu | Seomyeon | 35 |
| Haeundae-gu | Haeundae, Centum City & Marine City | 21 |
| Dongnae-gu | Dongnae & Oncheonjang | 19 |
| Saha-gu | Hadan & Goejeong | 12 |
| Yeonje-gu | Yeonsan-dong & City Hall | 9 |
| Suyeong-gu | Gwangalli & Suyeong | 9 |
| Nam-gu | Daeyeon & Yongho | 8 |
| Buk-gu | Deokcheon & Hwamyeong | 8 |
| Geumjeong-gu | Pusan National Univ. & Guseo | 7 |
| Gijang-gun | Gijang & Jeonggwan | 7 |
| Sasang-gu | Sasang & Jurye | 6 |
| Yeongdo-gu | Yeongdo Island | 5 |
| Seo-gu | Toseong & Daesin | 5 |
| Dong-gu | Busan Station & Choryang | 4 |
| Jung-gu | Nampo-dong & Gwangbok-dong | 4 |
| Gangseo-gu | Myeongji & Gimhae Airport area | 3 |
Ophthalmology treatments and typical prices
- LASIK(라식) – ₩1,000,000–₩2,500,000 both eyes
- LASEK(라섹) – ₩1,000,000–₩2,500,000 both eyes
- SMILE LASIK(스마일 라식) – ₩2,500,000–₩4,000,000 both eyes
- ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens)(렌즈삽입술) – ₩4,500,000–₩7,000,000 both eyes
- Cataract Surgery(백내장 수술) – ₩1,000,000–₩5,000,000 per eye (lens dependent)
- Dry Eye Treatment(안구건조증 치료) – ₩50,000–₩300,000 per session
- Ortho-K Lenses (Dream Lens)(드림렌즈) – ₩1,000,000–₩2,000,000 fitting and lenses
Concerns treated
Astigmatism, Cataracts, Dry Eyes, Nearsightedness (Myopia)
Frequently asked questions
How many eye clinics are there in Busan?
This guide lists 162 eye clinics (안과) in Busan from HIRA data; the largest cluster is in Busanjin-gu with 35.
Which area of Busan is best for ophthalmology?
Busanjin-gu has the most eye clinics. Seomyeon (Busanjin-gu) and Haeundae/Centum City are the most convenient for visitors.
What ophthalmology treatments are popular in Busan?
LASIK, LASEK, SMILE LASIK, ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens), Cataract Surgery, Dry Eye Treatment.
Medical information on Busan.Clinic is general and not a substitute for a consultation with a licensed doctor. Prices are indicative market ranges for Busan compiled by our editors (last reviewed October 2026); always confirm the final quote, including VAT, directly with the clinic. Clinic listings are based on public data from Korea's Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service (HIRA).