Sight for Sore Eyes: Explore the Eye Clinics in Singapore
Did you know that in Singapore, half of children develop myopia by age 12, with 83% becoming myopic by age 18 (Singapore National Eye Health Centre)?
If you need eye care or have concerns about your vision, this review covers several eye clinics in Singapore.
How much does an eye clinic in Singapore charge?
At public eye clinics or hospitals in Singapore,
- consultations typically range from S$40 to S$120,
- eye exams from S$60 to S$150,
- cataract/lens replacement surgery from S$800 to S$1,200 per eye (subsidised) or S$1,500 to S$5,000 per eye (unsubsidised),
- LASIK procedures from S$1,400 to S$3,500, and
- glaucoma surgery from S$900 to S$1,500.
Opting for a private eye clinic in Singapore comes with varying costs:
- consultations typically range from S$100 to S$400,
- eye exams from S$100 to S$400,
- cataract/lens replacement surgery from S$4,000 to S$8,000 per eye,
- LASIK procedures from S$3,000 to S$5,000,
- glaucoma surgery from S$2,000 to S$3,000, and
- for double eyelid surgery, specific costs may be obtained upon consultation with the clinic.
1. Eagle Eye Centre (King Albert Park) – Dr Val Phua
Address: 9 King Albert Park, #01-42/43/44, Singapore 598332 (Google Maps)
Contact: 64751000; WhatsApp: 96631268
Hours: Monday – Friday: 08:30 to 6:00 PM
Sat: 08:00 to 12:30 PM
Dr. Val Phua at Eagle Eye Centre, King Albert Park, treats a variety of eye conditions, including diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma. He conducts routine check-ups and performs surgeries, with a focus on cataract surgery.
The clinic employs over 90 staff members and provides range of services, such as implantable Collamer lens surgery, PRK, LASIK, SMILE, as well as dry eye and presbyopia management.
Dr. Phua also performs the ReLEx SMILE procedure, using optical anaesthetic eye drops to numb the eye before the procedure, which minimizes discomfort during the process of corneal lenticule removal.
Pros
- Convenient location
- 90 staff members
Cons
- Mostly focuses on surgical treatments
2. EyeWise Vision Clinic
Address: 6 Napier Road, #06-04 Gleneagles Medical Centre Singapore 258499
Contact: +65 6476 1211; +65 6476 1311
Hours: Monday-Friday: 9am to 5pm
EyeWise Vision Clinic is led by Dr. Christopher Khng, a Consultant Ophthalmologist and Medical Director with extensive training and credentials in ophthalmology. The clinic focuses on advanced eye care supported by years of specialist surgical experience.
Dr. Khng specializes in complex cataract and anterior segment reconstruction surgery, with particular expertise in iris reconstruction and surgery for aniridia. His practice also covers complex lens procedures using modern phacoemulsification and refractive technologies.
His medical education began at Aberdeen University in Scotland, where he finished top of his class and received multiple academic prizes. He later completed his medical degree at the National University of Singapore, combining strong academic foundations from both institutions.
Dr. Khng has held senior clinical roles at leading eye centers, including the Singapore National Eye Centre and Tan Tock Seng Hospital. He has also served as Senior Consultant and Director of Cataract Surgical Services at AsiaMedic Eye Centre.
His advanced training includes a Health Manpower Development Plan Fellowship awarded by Singapore’s Ministry of Health, during which he trained under renowned U.S. ophthalmic surgeons. This exposure strengthened his expertise in complex cataract and refractive surgical techniques.
Dr. Khng is also active in ophthalmic research and academic publishing, having received an ASCRS Best Paper of Session award in 2005. He has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed journals and book chapters in the field of ophthalmology.
Pros
- Specialist-led clinic
- Complex surgery expertise
- Extensive hospital experience
Cons
- Not general eye care–oriented