ZEISS VISUMAX 800
The advanced laser platform behind SMILE Pro at FIO Hospital — the only unit of its kind in Pakistan.
What Is the ZEISS VISUMAX 800?
The ZEISS VISUMAX 800 is the femtosecond laser platform used to perform flapless SMILE Pro laser vision correction at FIO Hospital. FIO Hospital operates Pakistan's only ZEISS VISUMAX 800, offered across its Peshawar, Islamabad, and Karachi branches. The system is engineered for speed, precision, and patient comfort during refractive laser surgery.
At a Glance
Laser pulse repetition rate
2 MHz
Lenticule creation time
Under 10 seconds
Flap cut time (Femto-LASIK mode)
Approximately 5 seconds
Total SMILE Pro procedure time
Approximately 90 seconds per eye
Availability in Pakistan
FIO Hospital's is Pakistan's only ZEISS VISUMAX 800
Faster Laser, Shorter Suction Time
A faster laser pulse repetition rate of 2 MHz, combined with an advanced scanner system, allows the lenticule to be created in under 10 seconds — helping keep overall suction time on the eye very short.
Dual-Mode Platform
The VISUMAX 800 supports both flapless SMILE Pro and Femto-LASIK flap creation on the same platform, giving surgeons flexibility to select the most suitable approach for each patient.
Patient Positioning and Comfort
The system is designed to make the surgical experience comfortable and reassuring — the patient is positioned properly on the surgical bed, then moved into the working position under the laser.
Precision Tracking
Advanced tracking and centration technology is built into the platform to support accurate laser delivery during both SMILE Pro and Femto-LASIK procedures.
ZEISS VISUMAX 800 — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ZEISS VISUMAX 800?
The ZEISS VISUMAX 800 is an advanced femtosecond laser platform used for flapless SMILE Pro laser vision correction and Femto-LASIK flap creation. FIO Hospital operates Pakistan's only ZEISS VISUMAX 800 unit.
Is the ZEISS VISUMAX 800 available anywhere else in Pakistan?
No. FIO Hospital's ZEISS VISUMAX 800 is currently Pakistan's only unit of this platform.
How fast is the ZEISS VISUMAX 800?
The platform creates the SMILE Pro lenticule in under 10 seconds and completes a flap cut in approximately 5 seconds in Femto-LASIK mode, driven by a 2 MHz laser pulse repetition rate.
Who operates the ZEISS VISUMAX 800 at FIO Hospital?
The ZEISS VISUMAX 800 at FIO Hospital is operated by Prof. Dr. Mushtaq Ahmad Khattak, who has performed 4000+ SMILE Pro procedures on this platform with a 98% success rate.
What procedures use the ZEISS VISUMAX 800?
At FIO Hospital, the ZEISS VISUMAX 800 is primarily used for SMILE Pro flapless laser vision correction, and can also support Femto-LASIK flap creation.
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