Refractive surgery in La Ciotat
Are you tired of your glasses or contact lenses? Are you looking for a long-term solution to restore clear vision without restrictions, while staying close to La Ciotat?
The Phenicia Vision center, located in Marseille, just 30 minutes from La Ciotat, welcomes you for refractive surgery (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, presbyopia).
Here, you will be supported from your first appointment through to your post-operative follow-up, in a modern, safe, and welcoming environment.
Why choose refractive surgery when you live in La Ciotat?
A transformed quality of life
Living in La Ciotat means enjoying the sea, the creeks, the old port, sports activities, and a sunny climate all year round. But with glasses or contact lenses, certain activities become less enjoyable:
- Diving and water sports are complicated with contact lenses,
- Glasses are inconvenient when hiking in the calanques,
- Visual discomfort in manual or maritime occupations,
- Irritations or constraints for athletes and students.
Refractive surgery changes this daily routine. With natural, clear vision, your activities become easier and more liberating.
Phenicia Vision: a center close to the residents of La Ciotat
Convenient proximity
Convenient proximity
You don't need to travel hundreds of miles: our center is located 35 km from La Ciotat, or:
30 minutes by car via the A50 motorway,
35 minutes by TER train from La Ciotat to Marseille,
Regular shuttle buses between La Ciotat and Marseille.
Recognized expertise
For more than 20 years, our surgeons specializing in ophthalmology have been performing refractive surgery with a high level of safety and precision.
A high-precision technical platform
We have the latest generation of lasers (femtosecond, excimer) and advanced eye tracking systems, offering precise and long-lasting results.
Personalized support
Each patient receives a comprehensive eye exam, personalized follow-up care, and tailored treatment.
What refractive surgery techniques do we offer to residents of La Ciotat?
- ➜ Quick and painless surgery.
- ➜ Leading laser correction technique. It uses an excimer and femtosecond laser.
- ➜ Almost immediate recovery.
- ➜ Suitable for thin corneas
- ➜ Suitable for physical occupations (firefighters, military personnel, etc.) or contact sports.
- ➜ Option to perform a TRANSPKR (100% laser procedure).
- ➜ Possibility of treating presbyopia.
- ➜ Quick and painless surgery.
- ➜ Suitable for people with presbyopia.
- ➜ Almost immediate recovery.
Intraocular implants (if necessary) are an alternative solution for cases that are not eligible for laser treatment. This procedure is reversible and offers long-lasting results.
The patient journey for residents of La Ciotat
The initial consultation: upon arrival, a complete assessment is carried out (corneal topography, corneal thickness measurement, pupil dilation, fundus examination). The aim is to check that your eyes are suitable for surgery and to determine the most appropriate technique. The operation is performed under local anesthesia using eye drops. It is quick (20 to 30 minutes), painless, and carried out in a surgical unit that meets the strictest safety standards. After the operation, you can return to La Ciotat the same day. You will notice an improvement in your vision the very next day (more gradual for PRK) and you will receive personalized follow-up care with one or more post-operative appointments.
Why choose Phenicia Vision when you live in La Ciotat?
Proximity: Marseille is only 35 minutes away, convenient for consultations and follow-up appointments.
Medical expertise: an experienced and recognized team in refractive surgery.
Safety: latest-generation laser technologies, strict hygiene and quality standards.
Personalized support: attentive listening, clear explanations, and close follow-up.
FAQ LA CIOTAT REFRACTIVE SURGERY
Can I have refractive surgery if I live in La Ciotat?
Yes, the Phenicia Vision Marseille center is very close by and regularly welcomes patients from La Ciotat and the surrounding area.
How much time should I allow for the operation and follow-up care, living in La Ciotat?
The surgery is performed in a single day, with patients returning to La Ciotat the same evening. Follow-up consultations are scheduled in the days and weeks that follow.
Is the surgery painful?
No, the procedure is painless thanks to local anesthesia administered via eye drops. You may experience only slight discomfort in the hours following the procedure.
Is it covered by Social Security?
Refractive surgery is not covered by Social Security, but some mutual insurance companies offer partial reimbursement.
What activities will I be able to resume quickly?
Most daily activities (driving, working, light exercise) can be resumed very quickly. Swimming and contact sports require a few weeks of waiting.
How much does refractive surgery cost?
Refractive surgery costs between €2,000 and €2,600 for both eyes. It is possible to pay in four installments and receive partial reimbursement from your health insurance provider.
