The 5 Best Eye Clinics in Cork

Are you having troubles with vision lately?

You better have those checked as soon as you can with the best eye clinics in Cork. We’ve come up with a curated list that talks about their services, pros and cons, and so much more.

But before any of that, allow us to do a quick discussion about the cost of getting such services.

The Best Eye Clinics in Cork

In no particular order, let’s head on to our picks of the top eye clinics in Cork!

1. Optilase

SERVICES	Laser eye surgery, reading vision correction, refractive lens/cataracts
WEBSITE	https://optilase.com/
ADDRESS	17B Opera Lane (Off Patrick Street), Cork
CONTACT DETAILS	1890 301 302 [email protected]
OPERATING HOURS	Mon to Sat: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Optilase is one of the first private eye clinics established in Ireland. And good news is, you don’t have to travel far as they have a clinic right here in Cork!

The clinic earns a spot here for many reasons.

First, we’d like to highlight how comprehensive their range of services are. Whether you’re planning to get a laser eye surgery or a cataract treatment, consider the job done thanks to their team of specialists and surgeons.

They have one of the most advanced technologies available in the city, designed to correct vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.

Our favourite thing about them is that they provide a lifetime care guarantee to all of its patients. This means that you’re entitled to a free eye enhancement surgery should you need it later on—no time limits nor expiration dates!

Conveniently located at the heart of the city, they’re also open 6 days a week. They also offer obligation-free consultations—no need to worry about shelling out some cash just to see whether you’re qualified for the treatment or not.

We also like that they offer flexible financing plans with a 0% interest rate. What’s more is that you can get tax relief at 20% on the cost of the treatment.

Customer Reviews

Check out what former patients have to say about Optilase:

“The staff at Optilase Cork are a credit to the company.  They made me feel at ease and relaxed throughout the whole process. They covered everything aspect in great detail and I knew I was safe in their hands. I’m so glad I went through with it and the recovery time was very quick. I was back working nightshifts in the hospital after 5 days with no more foggy glasses with the masks! Happy days!” —Sarah Love, Google Reviews

“Cannot thank them enough, the entire process was easy, fast and relatively pain free, vision was perfect and discomfort had stopped about 5 hours after the surgery and since then it’s been better than anything I have ever experienced before. Huge thanks to the whole team for being friendly, informative and for offering the highest quality of service. Would recommend to anyone.” Senan Freyne, Google Reviews

2. Optical Express

SERVICES	Laser eye surgery, lens replacement, cataract surgery, eye health check-ups, glasses/contact lenses
WEBSITE	https://www.opticalexpress.ie/
ADDRESS	20 Mahon Point Shopping Centre, Link Road, Mahon, Cork
CONTACT DETAILS	1800 818 543 [email protected]
OPERATING HOURS	Mon to Wed: 9:30 am to 7:00 pm Thurs to Fri: 9:30 am to 9:00 pm Sat: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Sun: 11:00 am to 6:00 pm

Imagine seeing the world clearly without wearing your contact lenses or glasses. Well, now you can with the help of Optical Express!

They also have one of the most extensive services available, ranging from laser eye surgeries to lens replacement surgeries. But if you find surgeries a little bit daunting, they also have a wide range of frames to help you find the perfect pair.

Optical Express has clinics all over Ireland and the United Kingdom. Despite this, do take note that not all branches can accommodate all services in their lineup.

For instance, their Cork clinic doesn’t offer lens replacement surgeries—a major drawback for those who would’ve preferred this mode of treatment. That said, you can also head over to their other branches in Dublin for this treatment, for instance.

Still, we highly recommend checking your options at their Cork clinic, as they offer free consultations, too. It’s quite a comprehensive process that takes about 90 minutes, so make sure to plan your consultation ahead of time. 

After-care services are also available to all patients, which includes post-surgery appointments and an annual eye examination. Unfortunately, this doesn’t cover eye enhancement procedures.

Customer Reviews

Below you’ll see some reviews by Optical Express’ previous patients:

“I couldn’t be happier with my experience with Optical Express Opticians and Laser Eye Surgery Cork, both prior to surgery and in my post-op follow up. Every member of staff with whom I interacted was friendly, attentive and informative at every opportunity and went above and beyond to make sure I felt at ease, and that the decision to go ahead with surgery was an informed and confident one. I would recommend their expertise to anyone.” —Neill Bursell, Google Reviews

“Have to say the staff here are great.I felt very relaxed and comfortable upon entering the store. All the girls were very professional and I picked out my new glasses with ease. I couldn’t recommend the place more highly.  They are doing a fantastic job.” —Luke Flood, Google Reviews

3. Dr. Tom Flynn

SERVICES	Cataract surgery, laser vision correction, corneal transplantation, corneal collagen cross-linking, refractive lens exchange, phakic intraocular lens
WEBSITE	https://www.drtomflynn.com/
ADDRESS	Tom Flynn Eye Clinic, Affidea, Ground Floor, The Elysian, Eglinton Street, Cork
CONTACT DETAILS	083 420 3472 Online form available here
OPERATING HOURS	Mon to Fri: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Dr. Tom Flynn is an internationally recognised eye surgeon in his own right. After working at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London—one of Europe’s largest eye centres—he set up shop right here in downtown Cork.

If you’re having problems with cataracts, he is the ophthalmologist to see. To add to that, he also specialises in surgeries for conditions affecting the cornea such as swelling and bulging.

Apart from these, he can also perform vision correction procedures such as laser eye surgeries and phakic intraocular lens implants. From these services alone, we highly recommend him for those who have serious eye problems.

We would’ve liked to see more information about his rates, payment plans, and after-care options from the get-go though. However, he does work with private health insurers so depending on your type of cover, you may be entitled to lesser or even zero costs.

Important to note that Dr. Flynn is also a practising eye consultant at Bon Secours Hospital. So apart from his private clinic at The Elysian, you also have the option to see him there—if you have a referral from your GP, that is.

4. Cork Eye Clinic

SERVICES	Dry eye consultation and treatment, rapid eye access eye clinic, paediatric clinic, cataract surgery, diagnosis and treatment of eyelid/conjunctival/corneal disorders
WEBSITE	https://www.corkeyeclinic.ie/
ADDRESS	Cork Eye Clinic Suite 7/8, Clinic A, Cork Clinic, Western Road, Cork
CONTACT DETAILS	021 434 1030 [email protected] or [email protected]
OPERATING HOURS	Mon to Fri: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Cork Eye Clinic is another specialist that you can go to for mild and serious eye problems.

The clinic has experienced ophthalmologists, optometrists, and orthoptists on its roster. So whether you’re experiencing cataracts or dry eye problems, rest assured that they’ll refer you to a specialist who can take care of your needs.

What sets them apart from other entries on our list is that they have a Rapid Eye Access Clinic service. This provides patients with recently occurring medical eye conditions with a quick ophthalmological assessment within 24 to 48 hours.

Some of these conditions include irritation, infections, sudden onset diplopia or double vision. This clinic is also a huge plus if you want to avoid long waiting times in the hospital.

Meanwhile, the only drawback to this clinic is that walk-ins aren’t accommodated. You’ll need a referral from your GP or optometrist to schedule an appointment.

Furthermore, Cork Eye Clinic is the only centre on our list to offer paediatric eye consultation services. They can accommodate children aged 1 and above with various eye conditions.

So if you have a child or know one who needs this service, this clinic can help you with that. While you don’t need a referral from your child’s paediatrician, take note that they only take patients by appointments. 

Customer Reviews

See what some of their past clients have to say about them:

“I recently had a cataract removed by Mr Golchin. The experience, from start to finish of the procedure, was calm, reassuring and a success. Not only is Mr Golchin an excellent surgeon but also an active listener with excellent communication skills. On any of my visits to his clinic he encouraged questions, listened attentively and continued to reassure me. This was very important as I was extremely nervous about the whole procedure. Mr Golchin performed an outstanding surgery. I had absolutely no pain or irritation, 20/20 vision now in both eyes and feeling 10 years younger. What more can you ask of an excellent surgeon.” —Rose Donnery, Website Testimonials

“It is a great Clinic everyone is very nice there. I had my eyes done and they didnt no what to do for me as they are very nice. I was there this morning. They talk to you and explain everything to you. It is the place to go.” —Joan Driscoll, Facebook

5. HSE — Diabetic RetinaScreen

SERVICES	Retina screening for people diagnosed with Type A or Type B diabetes
WEBSITE	https://wwww.hse.ie/screening-and-vaccinations/diabetic-retina-screening/diabetic-retina-screening.html
ADDRESS	Nearest health centre available here
CONTACT DETAILS	1800 700 700 or 1800 992 968
OPERATING HOURS	Check nearest centre for operating hours

Diabetes may cause serious complications including damages to the retina located at the back of the eye. If left untreated, it can lead to blindness.

Now, if you’re diabetic or know anyone who’s diabetic, we highly recommend checking out HSE’s diabetic retina screening programme. This service is free to anyone diagnosed with Type A or Type B diabetes aged 12 years and older, available once a year.

There are 2 ways you can sign up for this programme.

You can simply fill up their online form, print it, and ask your GP to sign it. Otherwise, you can also ask your doctor to make the registration on your behalf.

In Cork, we like that there are several health centres to choose from, extending all the way to nearby counties. While you can find these health centres’ addresses on their website, you’ll have to look for their respective contact numbers though.

However, you can contact HSE’s toll-free numbers noted above for easier assistance.

FAQs about Eye Clinics in Cork

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And those are the best eye clinics in Cork! Just give these clinics a call and your blurry vision will improve in no time.

If you think there are other clinics that deserve to be on our list, then we’d love to hear from you! Drop us a line and we’ll check them when we can.

Likewise, if you’re on the hunt for other doctors and clinics in the city, you can check out our list of the best dermatology clinics in Cork for starters.

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