LASIK Surgery
in Karachi
LASIK surgery in Karachi — the world's most performed elective surgery. At FIO Hospital, our fellowship-trained LASIK surgeons use ZEISS MEL 90 excimer laser and ZEISS VISUMAX 800 for flap creation, ensuring blade-free precision. Over 50,000 successful LASIK procedures performed.
90–110 microns
Flap Thickness
10–15 seconds per eye
Laser Time
15 minutes
Total Procedure
4–6 hours
Visual Recovery
Next day
Return to Work
Next morning
Driving
What is LASIK Surgery?
LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) is a two-step procedure: first, a thin corneal flap is created using a femtosecond laser; then an excimer laser precisely removes corneal tissue to reshape the focusing power of the eye. The flap is replaced — no sutures needed. Vision improvement is typically noticed within hours.
How LASIK Surgery Works
Corneal Flap Creation
ZEISS VISUMAX femtosecond laser creates a precise, ultra-thin corneal flap in 20 seconds. Completely blade-free.
Corneal Reshaping
ZEISS MEL 90 excimer laser removes microscopic amounts of corneal tissue based on your prescription map.
Flap Repositioning
The flap is repositioned — it self-seals naturally. No stitches. Takes 10 seconds.
Rapid Recovery
Vision improves within 4–6 hours. Most patients drive themselves to follow-up the next morning.
Who is Suitable for LASIK Surgery?
Myopia: -0.5 to -9.0 diopters
Hyperopia: +0.5 to +4.0 diopters
Astigmatism: up to 5 diopters
Corneal thickness > 480 microns
Age 18–45
Stable prescription 12 months
LASIK vs SMILE Pro — Which is Better?
Both achieve excellent vision. LASIK creates a corneal flap then reshapes; SMILE Pro removes a small lenticule without any flap — making it truly flapless. SMILE Pro has lower dry-eye risk and no flap-related complications. LASIK is faster per eye. Your pre-op evaluation at FIO Hospital determines which suits your cornea best.
LASIK Surgery Surgeons — Karachi
Prof. Dr. Mushtaq Ahmad Khattak
Vitreoretinal Surgeon
MBBS, FCPS (Ophthalmology), FCPS (Vitreoretina), MRCS (Glasgow), CPHL (Pakistan), ICO (UK), Fellowship in Vitreoretina (Austria), Fellowship in Vitreoretina (USA)
Dr. Riaz Ahmed Memon
Ophthalmologist
MBBS,FCPS
Dr. Afifa Shams
Ophthalmologist
MBBS,MCPS
Prof. Dr. Israr Ahmed
Ophthalmologist
MBBS,FCPS,MS,FICO,FACS(USA),FRCS
Dr. Afshan Ali
Glaucoma Specialist
MBBS, FCPS ,CHPE, Glaucoma & Cataract
Dr. Saliha Naz
VITREO-RETINAL SURGEON
MBBS,FCPS, FRCS, CHPE
LASIK Surgery in Karachi — FAQ
What is LASIK surgery success rate in Karachi?
At FIO Hospital, 99.5% of LASIK patients achieve 6/6 (20/20) or better vision. This figure is consistent across 50,000+ procedures performed.
Is LASIK surgery safe in Karachi?
Yes. LASIK is the world's most studied elective surgery with 40+ years of data. FIO Hospital's international safety standards, ZEISS technology, and fellowship-trained surgeons ensure the highest safety standards in Pakistan.
How much is LASIK surgery in Karachi?
LASIK cost at FIO Hospital Karachi depends on your eye report — corneal thickness, your refractive power and overall ocular health decide which procedure suits you — so a written estimate is issued after the free pre-op evaluation. EMI options available.
Can LASIK fix very high powers in Karachi?
LASIK treats up to -9 diopters. For higher powers (-10 to -20), ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) is recommended. Our surgeons will advise the best option at your free evaluation.
What if I move my eye during LASIK in Karachi?
ZEISS lasers have 1050Hz eye tracking — the laser follows any eye movement automatically. If movement is excessive, the laser pauses automatically. This is a standard safety feature.
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