LASIK
A quick laser procedure that reshapes your cornea to correct short-sightedness, long-sightedness, or astigmatism.
What is LASIK?
LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) is a laser eye surgery that permanently reshapes the cornea, the clear front surface of your eye, to correct how light focuses onto your retina. During the procedure, a thin, hinged flap is created in the outer layer of the cornea, and a precisely calibrated laser reshapes the underlying tissue to correct your specific vision prescription. The flap is then repositioned, and it naturally heals back into place without stitches. The entire procedure typically takes about fifteen to twenty minutes for both eyes, and is performed using numbing eye drops rather than general anaesthesia, so you're awake and comfortable throughout.
Why is this procedure performed?
- Short-sightedness (myopia), making distant objects appear blurry
- Long-sightedness (hyperopia), making close-up objects difficult to focus on
- Astigmatism, causing generally blurred or distorted vision
- A desire to reduce or eliminate dependence on glasses or contact lenses
- A stable eyeglass prescription for at least the past year
- Corneas that are healthy and thick enough to safely reshape
How does this procedure help?
Most patients notice a significant improvement in their vision within twenty-four hours, with full visual stability typically reached within a few weeks. Many people achieve 20/20 vision or close to it, and are able to drive, work, and go about daily life without glasses or contacts. Because it is a single outpatient procedure with minimal downtime, most patients return to normal activities, aside from strenuous exercise or swimming, within just a few days.
How quickly can this be arranged in India?
Typical timeline in India
3–7 days
Compared to Canada / USA
85–90% faster
Cost savings vs. Canada / USA
70–85% less
Context
Eye surgeries including LASIK and cataract procedures are typically performed within 3–7 days of assessment in India's private eye hospitals — compared to 3–12 month waits in Canada.
Timeline data based on publicly available data from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) and NHS/Commonwealth Fund comparative studies. Cost estimates based on publicly available medical tourism cost comparisons, including Patients Beyond Borders. Actual costs vary by hospital and case complexity and are confirmed during your clinical assessment.
How does Medicay Global help?
We coordinate access to this procedure through our vetted hospital network in India, handling everything non-clinical along the way. Your Personal Medical Representative manages scheduling, logistics, and communication on your behalf, so you can focus on your health. Medicay Global coordinates access — all clinical decisions are made by licensed physicians.
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