Instituto da Visão (IPEPO)

4.2 stars ·

Instituto da Visão, linked to IPEPO, is a specialized eye hospital in São Paulo that serves patients seeking advanced ophthalmic care. It is noteworthy for cataract, refractive, retina, cornea, and glaucoma services, which are common medical-tourism procedures in eye care.

80%

Satisfaction Rate

1973

Established

Our Treatments

Eye & Vision

$80 - $250

Ophthalmological and vision correction procedures

95.0% success

LASIK

$900 - $2,200

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

$900 - $2,500

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

$1,500 - $4,000

Surgical treatment of retinal conditions

92.0% success

2-6 weeks

1-3 hours

Recovery: 2-6 weeks
Duration: 1-3 hours
Anesthesia: local

Lens Replacement

$1,500 - $3,500

Intraocular lens replacement surgery

95.0% 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

"Deborah S"

Alvaro Almeida

· July 12, 2026

"Show"

Salvador

· July 12, 2026

"Luis"

Nadja Nery

· July 12, 2026

"The care , the willing to help and atention was excellent and make us feel more safe and secure ."

Patricia Guzman

· July 12, 2026

"It's very sad to see that even today, those who care for patients' physical health haven't woken up to help care for their own mental health. Think about it! Change! Make a difference! Stop leaving your clinic's televisions tuned to channels that don't care about spreading the truth, alienate people, and harm the nation's mental health. Tune your televisions to something positive like YouTube, with videos of travel, drones, relaxation, etc. Never to news programs, soap operas, movies, or anything else chosen by channels that aren't role models for building a truly healthy country! Thank you!"

Marco Valente

· July 12, 2026

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Destination Score

70%

Savings vs. US Prices

JCI Accredited

global rank

805,000+

patients/year

Healthcare & Safety

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Cost & Value

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Internet Speed

Climate

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

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

English

Portuguese

Spanish

Business Hours

Monday	8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday	8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday	8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Thursday	8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Friday	8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday	8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday	Closed

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This clinic speaks: English, Portuguese, Spanish

Instituto da Visão (IPEPO)

Our Treatments

Eye & Vision

LASIK

Cataract Surgery

Retinal Surgery

Lens Replacement

Customer Reviews

Understanding the Treatment Process

How to Prepare for Your Medical Journey with Vayby

Navigating Your Treatment Options with Confidence and Clarity

Post-Treatment Care: Ensuring a Smooth Recovery Process

Why Choose Sao Paulo, Brazil?

Healthcare & Safety

Travel & Getting There

Cost & Value

Savings vs. US Prices

Climate & Environment

Medical Tourism Hub

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

Business Hours

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