Top 6 SMILE lasik eye surgery Doctors in Jordan 2026

When do you need SMILE LASIK eye surgery?

SMILE LASIK, also written Femto SMILE on some profiles, is a laser procedure that reshapes the cornea to reduce short-sightedness (myopia), with or without astigmatism. It is one of several refractive surgeries, and it is not the right option for every eye. Consider a specialist visit if you rely on glasses or contact lenses for distance vision, your prescription keeps changing, or you want to understand whether refractive surgery could reduce that dependence.

A specialist will check whether the procedure is appropriate for you. Typical checks include corneal thickness and shape, how stable your prescription has been, dry eye, and general eye health. Some people are advised against laser eye surgery, so a thorough assessment matters more than the name of the procedure.

Some symptoms need emergency care, not a booking. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department if you have:

• sudden loss or drop in vision in one or both eyes
• a sudden shower of new floaters, flashes of light, or a shadow or curtain across your vision
• severe eye pain, especially with nausea or vomiting
• sudden pain, marked redness or light sensitivity after any eye surgery, particularly with reduced vision

Among the six doctors here, four list SMILE LASIK by name in their services. Dr. Heba Taysir Rihani lists laser vision correction and EPI LASIK, and Dr. Amer Hajjaj lists LASIK vision correction and PRK. Ask each doctor directly whether SMILE is offered for your prescription.

How to choose among the doctors here

Start with the details you can check on each profile rather than the order of the list. Useful criteria include:

• Service match: confirm the doctor lists SMILE LASIK specifically, or explain why another laser option is recommended for you.
• Assessment process: ask what the first visit includes, and whether the surgeon who assesses you also performs the operation and the follow-up.
• Qualifications: the profiles publish education, board certifications and memberships. Read them, then ask about training and experience in person.
• Location and hours: the clinics are in four Amman districts. Choose one you can reach for follow-up visits, not only the first appointment.
• Insurance: check whether your insurer appears on the profile, then confirm coverage directly with the clinic.

The consultation fee does not separate these doctors, because each profile publishes the same 25 JOD consultation fee. Ask about surgery and follow-up costs separately. This list also does not measure surgical results, so use it to shape your questions rather than to predict your outcome.

What to expect at the first visit

Plan for a longer appointment than a routine eye check, because the tests are detailed. Usually there are vision tests, eye pressure and corneal measurements, and an examination after the pupils are dilated. Dilating drops can blur vision for several hours, so arrange transport home rather than driving yourself.

Ask the clinic in advance how long before the visit to stop wearing contact lenses. Contact lenses can temporarily change the shape of the cornea, which affects measurements.

Bring:

• your current glasses and contact lens details
• recent eye prescriptions or reports
• a list of medications and any known allergies
• your family eye history, and any past eye surgery or eye injury

Questions worth asking:

• Is SMILE LASIK suitable for my eyes, and why or why not?
• Who performs the surgery, and who follows me up afterwards?
• What is the total cost, including tests, the operation and follow-up?
• What happens if my prescription changes later?
• When can I return to work, screens and driving?
• Which symptoms should I report straight away?

After surgery, many people notice clearer vision within a few days, but healing varies. Follow the surgeon's instructions on eye drops, avoid rubbing your eyes, and keep every follow-up appointment. Report new pain, reduced vision or unusual discharge promptly.

Insurance, fees and booking

Each profile lists the insurers it works with, and the lists differ. Several include NatHealth-linked plans, while others name banks or insurance companies. Confirm that your policy covers refractive surgery specifically. Some policies do not cover elective vision procedures, so ask for written confirmation before you book the operation.

Every profile on this page publishes a consultation fee of 25 JOD. Ask each clinic for a written quote covering the operation, pre-operative tests, follow-up visits and any drops or medication.

Booking requires care with timing. Hours differ between clinics. Most close early on Thursday, and Dr. Heba Taysir Rihani's published hours do not include Tuesday or Thursday. Dr. Rawan Al Far's Monday hours start later, at 11:30. Several profiles ask you to confirm the appointment by phone or through reception, so confirm the day before your visit.

Getting there

The profiles place these doctors in four Amman districts. Dr. Ahmed Khalaf Nawaiseh, Dr. Moath Al Hasan and Dr. Rawan Al Far practise in Shmeisani. Dr. Heba Taysir Rihani is in Khalda. Dr. Amer Hajjaj is in the Fifth Circle area. Dr. Mutassem Halloush is in Jabal Amman. Enter the address shown on each profile into a map app before you travel, and allow extra time at busy hours. If you have had dilating drops, plan to travel home by taxi or ride-hailing service.

Checklist before you book

• Confirm the doctor lists SMILE LASIK in services, or ask whether another laser option suits your prescription.
• Ask who assesses you, who performs the operation, and who provides follow-up.
• Check your insurer on the profile, then confirm coverage in writing.
• Ask for the total cost, including surgery and follow-up. The published consultation fee is 25 JOD.
• Confirm the day and time, because hours vary between clinics.
• Ask how long before the visit to stop wearing contact lenses.
• Arrange transport for after dilation.
• Save 911 for emergencies, including sudden vision loss or severe eye pain.