Top 5 Eye Surgery Clinics in Amman 2026

When do you need an eye surgeon?

Eye surgery covers a wide range of procedures. The most common in Amman's eye centres are:

• Vision correction such as LASIK, PRK and implantable lenses, for people who want to reduce their reliance on glasses or contact lenses.
• Cataract surgery, in which the clouded natural lens is removed and replaced with an artificial intraocular lens.
• Glaucoma surgery and laser, used when eye pressure and optic nerve damage are not controlled by other treatment.
• Retinal treatment, including injections into the eye, laser for diabetic retinopathy and surgery to repair a detached retina.
• Corneal procedures such as cross-linking for keratoconus and corneal transplantation.

It is worth booking an assessment if any of these apply to you:

• Your vision is blurred and does not improve with updated glasses.
• Glare and halos around lights make night driving difficult.
• You have been told you have a cataract that now affects daily life.
• Your glasses prescription keeps changing, especially with thinning or irregular corneas.
• You have diabetes and have not had a retinal check recently.
• You are simply considering laser vision correction.

Not everyone is suitable for refractive surgery. A stable prescription and healthy, thick enough corneas are usually required, and the doctor decides after detailed measurements.

Warning signs that need urgent care

Some eye symptoms cannot wait for a routine appointment. Go to the nearest emergency department or call 911 if you have:

• sudden loss or dimming of vision in one or both eyes
• a sudden shower of floaters, flashes of light, or a shadow or curtain across your vision, which can signal retinal detachment
• a painful red eye with headache, nausea, vomiting or haloes, which can signal acute glaucoma
• a chemical splash (rinse with clean running water for several minutes while help is arranged)
• a penetrating injury or object in the eye
• after eye surgery: increasing pain, worsening vision, spreading redness or discharge

How to choose among the clinics here

If you are comparing the best eye surgery clinics in Amman, match the clinic to your specific problem rather than looking for a general ranking. Useful criteria:

• The procedure you need. Check that the service appears on the profile. Corneal cross-linking, keratoplasty, glaucoma surgery and retinal injections are not offered everywhere.
• The doctors linked to the profile. Multi-doctor centres usually divide work into sub-specialty units such as cornea, retina, glaucoma and paediatrics. Ask which doctor handles your condition. A single-doctor clinic means you see the same person at every visit.
• Pre-operative testing. Ask whether corneal topography, eye-pressure measurement and imaging are done on site, so you avoid extra trips.
• Where the operation happens. Some clinics operate in their own theatres; others perform procedures elsewhere. Ask where your surgery would take place.
• Follow-up. Cataract and refractive surgery need several check-ups in the first weeks. A clinic that is easy for you to reach matters more than it first appears.
• Opening hours. Hours vary widely, from late evenings to mornings only. Choose hours that let you attend every follow-up.
• Children. For squint, lazy eye or children's vision checks, look for paediatric ophthalmology or strabismus services on the profile.

What to expect at the first visit

A first eye surgery consultation is usually longer than a routine check. Expect:

• a vision test and refraction
• eye-pressure measurement
• examination with a slit lamp
• often, dilating drops so the doctor can see the retina

For refractive surgery, corneal mapping and thickness measurements are standard. Before you go:

• Ask the clinic whether to stop wearing contact lenses beforehand. Soft and rigid lenses can change corneal measurements, so clinics often ask you to leave them out for a set period.
• Don't plan to drive home. Dilating drops blur vision and increase light sensitivity for several hours, so bring sunglasses and a companion.
• Bring your current glasses, any old prescriptions and a list of your medicines, including eye drops.
• Bring recent results if you have diabetes, and any previous eye reports or scans.

Useful questions to ask:

• What exactly is my diagnosis, and is surgery necessary now?
• Which procedure do you recommend for me, and what are the alternatives?
• What are the main risks, and how common are they?
• Which doctor will operate, and where?
• How many follow-up visits are needed, and what should I avoid during recovery?

Insurance, fees and booking: what to ask before the appointment

None of the profiles on this page publishes a consultation fee, so ask the clinic directly when booking. Check:

• the consultation fee, and whether tests such as topography or retinal imaging cost extra
• whether a surgical quote includes the lens, operating room, medicines and follow-up visits
• whether your insurer is accepted at that specific branch

On insurance, Sharif Eye Center lists Arab Orient Insurance. For any clinic, contact your insurer before booking. Many policies treat cataract or retinal treatment differently from elective vision correction such as LASIK, and some need pre-approval. When you book, confirm the doctor's name, the service requested and the branch, and ask how to reschedule if your dilation or test results mean another visit is needed.

Getting there

Amman's eye clinics are spread across the city. Shami Eye Center is at the 7th Circle, and Dr Rasha Al Faraji's clinic is in the Gardens. Check the address on each profile for the others. Traffic in central and western Amman can be heavy at rush hours, so allow extra time.

Because dilating drops and most eye procedures make driving unsafe on the day, plan a taxi, ride-hailing service or someone to drive you, both for the first assessment and on surgery day. If you are visiting from another governorate or from abroad, factor in several follow-up visits during the first weeks after surgery before booking your return trip.

Checklist before you book

• The service you need is listed on the clinic's profile.
• You know which doctor you will see and which unit handles your condition.
• You have asked about the consultation fee and what tests cost extra.
• You have checked with your insurer about coverage and any pre-approval.
• You know whether to stop contact lenses before the visit, and for how long.
• A companion or driver is arranged for a dilated exam or procedure.
• Glasses, prescriptions, medicine list and previous reports are ready.
• You have asked where any operation would take place and how many follow-ups are needed.
• The clinic's hours fit your schedule for the visit and every follow-up.
• You know the urgent warning signs and that Jordan's emergency number is 911.