Centro Oftalmológico Virgilio Galvis – Sede Bogotá

3.0 stars ·

The Virgilio Galvis Ophthalmology Center is a well-known Colombian eye surgery group with a Bogotá branch that receives patients from abroad. It specializes in refractive surgery (LASIK/PRK), cataract surgery with premium lenses, corneal procedures, and retinal care using advanced diagnostic and surgical technology.

40%
Satisfaction Rate
1996
Established

Our Treatments

Eye & Vision

$50 - $150

Ophthalmological and vision correction procedures

LASIK

$1,800 - $3,200

Laser vision correction surgery

96.0% success
1-3 days
15-30 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-3 days
  • Duration: 15-30 minutes
  • Anesthesia: topical

Cataract Surgery

$2,200 - $4,500

Removal of clouded eye lenses

95.0% success
1-2 weeks
15-30 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 15-30 minutes
  • Anesthesia: topical

Retinal Surgery

$2,500 - $6,000

Surgical treatment of retinal conditions

90.0% success
2-6 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 2-6 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: local

Lens Replacement

$2,500 - $5,000

Intraocular lens replacement surgery

92.0% success
1-2 weeks
20-40 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 20-40 minutes
  • Anesthesia: topical

Our Medical Team

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Dr. Virgilio Galvis

Oftalmología

Ophthalmologist and the medical leader associated with Centro Oftalmológico Virgilio Galvis. The clinic website presents him as the founder/figurehead coordinating a team of specialists across different ophthalmology subspecialties.

Customer Reviews

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Based on 5 reviews

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"Terrible service for scheduling an appointment; it takes more than 2 hours for the advisor or receptionist, Tatiana Quiñonez, to respond; she is not at all diligent."

Carolina Marquez
· July 9, 2026

"Excellent care, from customer service to nurses, anesthesiologists, and Dr. Angélica María Prada Rocha. Thank you for improving my son's quality of life."

osmary cañizalez
· July 9, 2026

"You'll need to be very patient. An appointment can mean half a day of waiting."

Camilo L
· July 9, 2026

"Tower B, 7th floor, module 50: Excellent service, and the kindness of the staff in providing well-prepared coffee was appreciated. I would respectfully suggest, if possible, adding water or herbal tea. I respectfully suggest that messages displayed on the television screen be paused for a little longer to allow for better reading and avoid straining the eyes while trying to absorb or retain the text; most of us are senior citizens. When I read, and perhaps others do as well, I want to analyze and process the message. Thank you and congratulations."

Julieta Fernández García
· July 9, 2026

"The service at admissions is terrible. They make patients jump through hoops to get an appointment. First to surgery, then to the appointments office, and finally to be seen, and the staff are grumpy. They might see you after two hours, but you have to arrive two hours early."

Hilda Pineda
· July 9, 2026

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Destination Score

75%
Savings vs. US Prices
2
JCI Accredited
#25
global rank
200,000+
patients/year
63
Healthcare & Safety
58
Safety
84
Cost & Value
65
Travel & Getting There
61
Internet Speed
80
Climate
81
Climate & Environment

Healthcare & Safety

System Quality Very Good
Hospitals 50+
JCI Accredited 2 facilities
Emergency Services Good
Pharmacies 24/7 widely available
Safety Rating Moderate
Insurance International insurance widely accepted at JCI-accredited hospitals and private clinics

Travel & Getting There

Airport El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Distance to City 13 km (~30 min)
English Level Low
Public Transit Moderate
Taxis & Rideshare Rideshare apps like Uber and InDriver widely available; taxis abundant but use metered or app-based

US/UK/EU/Canada/Australia: visa-free for up to 90 days. Other nationalities: check Colombian consulate.

Cost & Value

Daily Budget $40
Hotel (mid-range) $80/night
Restaurant Meal $12
Daily Transport $15
Currency Colombian Peso (COP)
Tipping 10-15% customary in restaurants; small tips for taxis and hotel staff
Savings vs. US Prices
dental
70%
cosmetic surgery
75%
cardiac
65%
orthopedic
70%
fertility
60%

Climate & Environment

Average 14°C · Marine West Coast

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Green bars = comfortable range (18-28°C)

Best Time to Visit December to March, July to August
Air Quality (AQI) 75
Water Quality Bottled recommended
Internet Speed 100 Mbps
Mobile Network Good 4G/LTE

Medical Tourism Hub

#25 global rank 200,000+ patients/year Very Good recovery environment
OrthopedicsCardiacCosmetic SurgeryDentalOncology
Government-backed program
Patient rights protection

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Historical tours
Museums
Shopping districts
Cultural festivals
Nearby nature hikes

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

Spanish
English

Business Hours

Monday 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 – 11:00 AM
Sunday Closed
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This clinic speaks: Spanish, English

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