Recently went to optician in Puerto Plata and some not-so-good news.
Looks like I have cataracts in both eyes so I need to deal with that.
Not sure how good eye surgeons are in this country but have heard Santiago has a good clinic for that
Another worry I do not have health insurance so I shall have to pay for it myself anyone got any idea how much cataract perations may cost?
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tp3813
22 March 2018 03:27:07
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Bob K
22 March 2018 11:18:36
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Sorry I do not know of any off hand but I would look for one in Santiago. You might want to post this on DR1.
Bob K
planner
22 March 2018 12:35:00
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Sorry to hear this. I have heard of expats who had this surgery in Santiago. I have a friend who is a cardiac surgeon and I will ask him for a recommendation.
No idea on costs.
the tinker40
22 March 2018 15:33:22
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I have had lens replacement, laser tacking etc, By Sebastian Gussman at Clinica Coraminus on Restoration calle in Santiago. Not sure of the spelling. Cost at the time(10 yrs. ago) rd3,000. I have no idea of present costs. I have ultimate confidence in their expertise, facilities & staff. The doc speaks perfect English. Good luck.
planner
22 March 2018 15:50:53
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That is the name of the doctor who another expat worked with.
the tinker40
22 March 2018 16:35:36
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Father son team. Pedro, the father, was a former head of opthmology at the New York Eye,Ear, Nose Throat Hospital in New York City. Sebastion studied in the states, Europe & with world renowned eye surgeons. He is the best in the DR. Has a good sense of humor too.
tp3813
23 March 2018 00:54:12
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Ok thanks to everyone for the advice.
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