Dry Eye Treatment
Overview
Modern dry-eye care including specialised drops, punctal plugs, IPL therapy, LipiFlow, and tailored lifestyle changes. Our partner hospitals deliver dry eye treatment using internationally recognised protocols, latest-generation equipment, and surgeons with extensive experience — many internationally trained. Cataract surgery in Australia public system: 60–180 day waits. Self-funded cataract per eye AUD 3,500–5,500. Through Earth Abroad's partner network in India, the same dry eye treatment is available from $80 — at a fraction of Australian self-funded cost — in JCI-accredited facilities with care quality matching or exceeding Australian standards.
Cost Comparison by Country
| Country | Avg. Cost | Hospital Stay | Savings vs Australia |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | AUD $80 - $200 per visit | Outpatient | Save ~64% |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | AUD $180 - $450 per visit | Outpatient | Save ~15-25% |
| 🇦🇺 Australia Self-Funded | AUD $220 - $560 per visit | — | — |
Pricing indicative. Includes procedure, hospital accommodation, standard medications, nursing care, and post-procedure care. Flights, accommodation outside hospital, and travel insurance budgeted separately.
For Australian Patients: Cataract surgery in Australia public system: 60–180 day waits. Self-funded cataract per eye AUD 3,500–5,500.
What's Included
- Pre-procedure consultation and diagnostic workup review
- All physician and clinic fees
- Full medication or therapy session protocol
- Monitoring during therapy and side-effect management
- Airport transfers and local transport in destination city
- Dedicated Earth Abroad care coordinator throughout stay
- Medical visa invitation letter (for India)
- 90-day post-treatment remote support and follow-up
Partner Hospitals
Sankara Eye Hospital Chennai
🇮🇳 Chennai, India · NABH Certified
One of India's largest eye care chains. LASIK, cataract, retinal surgery, and corneal transplants. 300,000+ procedures annually.
LV Prasad Eye Institute Hyderabad
🇮🇳 Hyderabad, India · NABH Certified
WHO Collaborating Centre for eye care. Comprehensive ophthalmology with cutting-edge refractive surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A care manager will review your case and send you a personalised cost breakdown within 24 hours.
Recommended Package
Dry Eye Treatment + Wellness Stay
3-5 days
Chennai or Delhi, India
From AUD ~80
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