IMO – Instituto de Moléstias Oculares

4.2 stars ·

IMO – Instituto de Moléstias Oculares is a specialized eye hospital in São Paulo that welcomes international patients for advanced ophthalmologic care. It offers cataract surgery, refractive surgery (LASIK/PRK), corneal transplants, glaucoma treatment, and retinal surgery.

80%
Satisfaction Rate
1960
Established

Our Treatments

Eye & Vision

$80 - $250

Ophthalmological and vision correction procedures

95.0% success

LASIK

$900 - $2,500

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

$1,200 - $3,500

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

$2,000 - $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

$1,500 - $4,000

Intraocular lens replacement surgery

97.0% success
1-2 weeks
20-40 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 20-40 minutes
  • Anesthesia: topical

Customer Reviews

4.2

Based on 5 reviews

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"Eu considero a clinica IMO a melhor, pelos excelentes médicos! Diagnósticos precisos sem fazer centenas de exames. Tudo muito bem explicado, com profissionalismo, capacitação, de forma abrangente. Então, sempre que preciso, saio satisfeito e muito bem cuidado! Meus Parabéns ao meu oftalmologista Dr. Edson, a quem devo a minha boa visão, minha saúde ocular!"

Walter Nascimento
· July 9, 2026

"Mau atendimento de uma atendente, mau educada, grossa.( Mas já foi resolvido pela Srta Giovana que por sinal muitíssimo educada, calma, prestativa uma excelente pessoa a clínica está de parabéns por ter essa profissional no quadro de colaboradores. Perfeita 👏😍👏😍"

Carlos Alberto
· July 9, 2026

"Foi maravilhosa. Fui muito bem atendida. Na hora. Todos os atendentes são profissionais. Desde o estacionamento até a profissional Dra. Ticiane"

Elisabete de Souza Resendes
· July 9, 2026

"Passei com o Dr Fernando. Estava com vários incômodos e com a vista bem ruim. O Dr foi muito solícito e cuidadoso durante a consulta. Comprei a medicação indicada e no dia seguinte já estava melhor. Sanou todas as minhas dúvidas, que não eram poucas rs. Recomendo muito a clínica, e em especial, o Dr Fernando. A recepção também é muito boa. As meninas super educadas e atendimento rápido. Amei!"

Thayna Pereira
· July 9, 2026

"As atendentes foram muito prestativas e atenciosas. O médico nos atendeu prontamente e respondeu todas as dúvidas. Consegui fazer todos os exames e ainda passar na consulta."

Lais Iahashi
· July 9, 2026

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Cosmetic and cardiac specialties.

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Destination Score

70%
Savings vs. US Prices
2
JCI Accredited
#2
global rank
805,000+
patients/year
83
Healthcare & Safety
58
Safety
72
Cost & Value
77
Travel & Getting There
76
Internet Speed
87
Climate
72
Climate & Environment

Healthcare & Safety

System Quality World-class
Hospitals 22000+
JCI Accredited 2 facilities
Emergency Services Excellent
Pharmacies Widely available
Safety Rating Moderate
Insurance Both public (SUS) and private insurance accepted; 42.6% of São Paulo population covered by private health insurance; international insurance generally accepted at private facilities

Travel & Getting There

Airport São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Distance to City 30 km (~45 min)
English Level High
Public Transit Good
Taxis & Rideshare Widely available; rideshare services operational

EU/US/UK: Visa-free

Cost & Value

Daily Budget $75
Hotel (mid-range) $120/night
Restaurant Meal $15
Daily Transport $20
Currency Brazilian Real (BRL)
Tipping 10% tip customary in restaurants; not mandatory but appreciated
Savings vs. US Prices
rhinoplasty
65%
cosmetic surgery
70%
dental
60%
cardiac
65%
orthopedic
60%
fertility
55%

Climate & Environment

Average 21.4°C · Humid subtropical

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

Best Time to Visit June to September
Air Quality (AQI) 120
Water Quality Bottled recommended
Internet Speed 100 Mbps
Mobile Network Good 4G/LTE

Medical Tourism Hub

#2 global rank 805,000+ patients/year Excellent recovery environment
Cosmetic SurgeryPlastic SurgeryDentalCardiologyOrthopedicsOncologyFertility TreatmentsOrgan Transplants
Government-backed program
Dedicated medical visa
Patient rights protection

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Cultural attractions and museums
Shopping districts
Fine dining and gastronomy
Spa and wellness treatments
Historical tours
Entertainment venues

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

Portuguese
English
Spanish

Business Hours

Monday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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This clinic speaks: Portuguese, English, Spanish

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