Retinal Detachment Surgery
Overview
Specialised retinal surgery using advanced techniques like vitrectomy, scleral buckling, or pneumatic retinopexy to reattach the retina. Our partner hospitals deliver retinal detachment surgery 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 retinal detachment surgery is available from $1,500 — 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 $1,500 - $3,500 | Day care | Save ~71% |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | AUD $3,500 - $7,500 | Day care | Save ~27-37% |
| 🇦🇺 Australia Self-Funded | AUD $5,200 - $12,000 | — | — |
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, anaesthesia and theatre fees
- Private room hospital accommodation for full duration of stay
- All standard medications and consumables in-hospital
- Specialist nursing care and post-operative monitoring
- In-hospital physiotherapy and rehabilitation sessions
- 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
Get a Free Treatment Plan
A care manager will review your case and send you a personalised cost breakdown within 24 hours.
Recommended Package
Retinal Detachment Surgery + Recovery Programme
3-5 days
Chennai or Delhi, India
From AUD ~1,500
View Package →