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Xiamen Eye Center (Xiamen University)
厦门大学附属厦门眼科中心
Founded in 1997, Xiamen Eye Center (Xiamen University) is a hospital in Xiamen, among the top 5% of hospitals nationwide.
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About
Xiamen Eye Center, affiliated with Xiamen University, is one of the premier specialized eye hospitals in southern China. It is a high-volume, subspecialty-comprehensive ophthalmology center that provides the full spectrum of eye care — from routine cataract surgery to complex retinal procedures — and is recognized nationally for its clinical quality and volume. For eye care in southern Fujian and the broader southeast China region, it is the leading institution.
History & scale
Founded in 1997, the center has grown rapidly over nearly three decades into a major ophthalmology institution. With approximately 500 inpatient beds (eye surgery typically involves short stays), it performs an extremely high volume of eye surgeries annually. Its affiliation with Xiamen University supports its academic and research activities. The center operates in a modern facility in Xiamen.
Star specialties
The center covers comprehensive ophthalmology: cataract surgery (phacoemulsification with premium IOLs at very high volume), retinal disease (diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachment), glaucoma, corneal disease and transplantation, pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, refractive surgery (LASIK, SMILE, ICL), and ocular oncology. Its high surgical volumes mean experienced surgeons — an important factor in microsurgical fields. The center is also a major site for ophthalmology research and training.
Achievements & recognition
As a Grade A Class A (三甲) specialized eye hospital, it holds national key clinical specialty designation in ophthalmology. It is one of the leading eye centers in southern China by clinical volume and reputation.
International services
The center has international patient capability. Eye surgery is a field where international patients specifically seek high-volume, quality centers at affordable costs — cataract surgery, for example, can be one-tenth to one-twentieth the cost in China compared to the United States. Some ophthalmologists have international training and English proficiency. Xiamen's international environment, pleasant climate, and good transportation support medical visits. For patients from Taiwan or Southeast Asia, Xiamen is a highly accessible location.
Why choose this hospital
For international patients, Xiamen Eye Center is a leading destination for high-quality, affordable eye surgery in a desirable location. It is particularly relevant for cataract surgery, refractive surgery (LASIK/SMILE), and retinal procedures. The combination of clinical quality, massive procedural volume (translating to surgeon experience), low cost, and Xiamen's attractive environment makes it an outstanding value proposition for international eye patients.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Xiamen Eye Center (Xiamen University) located?
- Xiamen Eye Center (Xiamen University) is located in Xiamen, China.
- Is Xiamen Eye Center (Xiamen University) a reputable hospital?
- Xiamen Eye Center (Xiamen University) is a Class III-A hospital — the highest tier in China's grading system, held by only about 5% of hospitals nationwide.
- Can international patients visit Xiamen Eye Center (Xiamen University)?
- Yes. International patients are advised to contact the hospital ahead of the visit to confirm appointment procedures and language support (+86-592-2108888).
