Laser eye surgery is usually considered elective and is not routinely reimbursed by health insurance. Cataract surgery is covered by health insurance in certified clinics like Medifocus. Contact your insurer to find out exactly what reimbursement applies in your specific situation.

Modern laser and lens eye surgeries—including ReLEx SMILE, Femto LASIK, and lens replacement—have very high safety records. In Belgium, clinics like Medifocus operate under CE-certified protocols and use ZEISS VisuMax technology for precision. Strict pre-operative screening, sterile technique, and postoperative care minimize risk and ensure predictable outcomes.

Many patients achieve full independence from glasses after treatment. Reading glasses may still be needed later in life due to natural lens ageing — known as presbyopia — which is unrelated to the surgery itself. Medifocus discusses realistic expectations with you beforehand.

Yes. ICL lens implantation is ideal for patients with a thin cornea, high prescription, or severe dry eyes that rule out laser surgery. The ICL implant lens corrects vision permanently without touching the cornea. Medifocus reviews all your options after the pre-operative assessment.

Day 1: vision is already noticeably clearer and improved. Days 2–3: most patients can drive again safely. Weeks 1–2: minor fluctuations in clarity are normal and expected. After 4–6 weeks: vision is fully stabilised. Medifocus monitors every stage of your recovery with scheduled follow-up appointments.

The procedure is completely pain-free thanks to anaesthetic eye drops. You may feel gentle pressure when the eye is secured — with ReLEx smile this lasts under 30 seconds per eye. After that, you feel almost nothing. Most Medifocus patients are pleasantly surprised by how comfortable the experience is.

You need to be at least 20 years old, have had a stable prescription for at least 2 years, and have no active eye conditions. Adequate corneal thickness is also required for laser treatments. A thorough pre-operative assessment at Medifocus in Leuven confirms which procedure suits you best.