Clínica de Oftalmologia Sandiego

3.5 stars ·

Clínica de Oftalmologia Sandiego is one of the best ophthalmology clinics in Medellín, offering LASIK, cataract surgery, glaucoma surgery, cornea transplants, and dry eye treatments. Led by renowned ophthalmologist Dr. Santiago Arango Velez, it attracts international patients for eye surgery. The facility provides advanced eye care procedures.

40%
Satisfaction Rate

Our Treatments

Eye & Vision

$1,000 - $5,000

Ophthalmological and vision correction procedures

LASIK

$1,500 - $3,000

Laser vision correction surgery

99.0% success
1-3 days
15-30 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-3 days
  • Duration: 15-30 minutes
  • Anesthesia: topical

Cataract Surgery

$2,000 - $4,000

Removal of clouded eye lenses

98.0% 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

95.0% success
2-6 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 2-6 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: local

Lens Replacement

$2,500 - $4,500

Intraocular lens replacement surgery

98.0% success
1-2 weeks
20-40 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 20-40 minutes
  • Anesthesia: topical

Cosmetic Surgery

$2,500 - $4,500

Aesthetic and reconstructive surgical procedures

Customer Reviews

2.8

Based on 5 reviews

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"Waited 2 1/2 hours AFTER my appointment time. Don’t waste your time here"

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· February 25, 2026

"Excellent eye-related services! Fast, efficient, and affordable. Friendly and helpful staff. I found it very convenient to receive eye exam and order eyeglasses and contact lenses in the same location."

Ronda Taylor
· February 25, 2026

"The best. I called them and the next day i had my appointment. Everything was streamlined. I felt like being in a hotel. The doctor was kind and professional."

Wolfgang NBG
· February 25, 2026

"My experience here was awful. After visiting all clinics where surgery was performed, this was my worse experience. Dr. Alvaro Echeverri Bustamante was very rude and unprofessional. He did not let my mom accompany me into the room for my evaluation, this only happened here. He did everything very rushed without taking the time to examine me properly and with accuracy. When I asked him about the different prices of the surgery, he scolded me and told me that if I was there looking for something cheap, it was not the place, he said that they had sold some of their machines to other places, so I could go there and get a cheap surgery, it was completely inappropriate and unnecessary. This is very important an pd decisive information and I was not trying to get anything cheap, in fact I paid for the most expensive surgery there was at the clinic I chose after, but the approach the doctor took, was very rude. After all that bad treatment, he gave me my results and it was clear that he did not do it right. He concluded that my prescription was equal in both eyes, which it has never been, and of course wasn’t at that time and he gave me a way higher prescription than I actually had. This is dangerous and embarrassing. I don’t think he should be allowed to keep working if he cannot give accurate and appropriate consultations and results. It is a shame that this doctor brings down the clinic and I think he should be evaluated and reassessed. Awful experience, would not recommend."

Catalina Duarte Gallo
· February 25, 2026

"Complex process for appointment a call center calls you for appointment and not confirms the appointment now you arrives and must make a line to request a ticket NOW you have to wait for your turn to PAY for appointment!!! in conclusion it is not the appropriate place to have consultancy of medical issues. I really do suggest different places for real medical appointments"

e mont (emont)
· February 25, 2026

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Destination Score

70%
Savings vs. US Prices
4
JCI Accredited
#2
global rank
23,323
patients/year
76
Healthcare & Safety
58
Safety
85
Cost & Value
68
Travel & Getting There
76
Internet Speed
88
Climate
83
Climate & Environment

Healthcare & Safety

System Quality World-class
Hospitals 43+
JCI Accredited 4 facilities
Emergency Services Excellent
Pharmacies 24/7 widely available
Safety Rating Moderate
Insurance Limited acceptance of international insurance; cash or upfront payment common with reimbursement options

Travel & Getting There

Airport Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Distance to City 35 km (~45 min)
English Level Moderate
Public Transit Good
Taxis & Rideshare Rideshares like Uber and InDriver widely available; taxis abundant and affordable

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

Cost & Value

Daily Budget $35
Hotel (mid-range) $80/night
Restaurant Meal $12
Daily Transport $15
Currency Colombian Peso (COP)
Tipping 10-15% tipping expected in restaurants and for services; not mandatory but appreciated
Savings vs. US Prices
dental
70%
cosmetic surgery
70%
cardiac
65%
orthopedic
60%
fertility
55%

Climate & Environment

Average 21.8°C · Tropical Rainforest

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

Best Time to Visit December to March, June to September
Air Quality (AQI) 60
Water Quality Bottled recommended
Internet Speed 100 Mbps
Mobile Network Good 4G/LTE

Medical Tourism Hub

#2 global rank 23,323 patients/year Excellent recovery environment
Cosmetic SurgeryDentalOrthopedicsCardiologyOphthalmology
Government-backed program
Patient rights protection

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Historical tours
Gastronomy experiences
Urban exploration in El Poblado
Metro rides
Shopping districts

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Business Hours

Monday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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This clinic speaks: English, Spanish

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