LASIK in Paris — Clinique Laser Victor Hugo

Having LASIK surgery in Paris with Dr Tourabaly

LASIK is a laser refractive surgery technique that corrects myopia, astigmatism and hyperopia in order to reduce or eliminate dependence on glasses and contact lenses. In Paris, Dr Moïse Tourabaly — ophthalmologist, former chief resident at the Quinze-Vingts hospital (Sorbonne Université) — performs his LASIK procedures at the Clinique Laser Victor Hugo, in the 16th arrondissement.

This page details how everything works in practice in Paris: the location, access and the pathway, from the assessment to the procedure. To understand the technique itself (how the laser works, indications, results, risks), see the detailed page: everything you need to know about LASIK.

The Clinique Laser Victor Hugo — a surgical suite dedicated to refractive surgery

Located in the 16th arrondissement, on avenue Victor Hugo, the Clinique Laser Victor Hugo is a Paris centre dedicated to laser refractive surgery. The operating room is equipped with a Schwind Amaris excimer laser and a femtosecond laser, which make it possible to perform LASIK, PKR and SMILE.

LASIK treatment can be personalised based on corneal topography (a profile guided by the corneal wavefront). The laser includes compensation for eye rotation (cyclotorsion, both static and dynamic), which is particularly useful in the presence of astigmatism. The indication and the chosen profile are defined on a case-by-case basis during the assessment.

Your pathway: from the assessment in Cachan to the procedure in Paris 16

The pathway distinguishes between the assessment location (close to home) and the surgical suite (equipped for laser surgery):

• Pre-operative assessment — at the Cachan office. Corneal topography (shape and thickness), measurement of refraction, pupil and intraocular pressure, fundus examination, and screening for contraindications (such as keratoconus).
• Decision and choice of technique. Depending on your correction, corneal thickness and lifestyle, Dr Tourabaly determines the appropriate technique (LASIK, PKR, SMILE or implant) and schedules the procedure if you are eligible.
• Procedure — at the Clinique Laser Victor Hugo (Paris 16). The operation is performed as an outpatient procedure, under local anaesthesia using eye drops. You go home the same day; being accompanied by a relative is recommended.
• Post-operative follow-up. A check-up is carried out the next day, then at 1 month and 3 months. Follow-up can take place at the Cachan office, depending on your geographical convenience.

The techniques available in Paris

LASIK is not always the most suitable technique: the choice depends on your cornea and your correction. The main options offered:

Technique	Main indication	Visual recovery
LASIK	Myopia, astigmatism, hyperopia	24 to 48 hours
PKR	Thin corneas, small pupils	7 to 10 days
SMILE	Myopia, astigmatism, less dryness	48 to 72 hours
Phakic implant (ICL)	High myopia not eligible for laser	1 to 2 weeks
PresbyLASIK	Presbyopia after age 45	1 to 2 weeks

If you are weighing up two techniques, see the comparison LASIK or SMILE. Prices are detailed on the page refractive surgery prices.

Frequently asked questions — LASIK in Paris

Where is LASIK performed in Paris?

Dr Tourabaly performs LASIK at the Clinique Laser Victor Hugo, 27 bis avenue Victor Hugo, in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. The pre-operative assessment, however, is carried out at the Cachan office (94), about ten minutes from Paris.

Do the assessment and the procedure take place at the same location?

No. The eligibility assessment (topography, refraction, measurements) is carried out at the Cachan office. The laser procedure takes place in the surgical suite of the Clinique Laser Victor Hugo, in Paris 16. Follow-up can then return to the Cachan office.

How do I get to the Clinique Laser Victor Hugo?

The clinic is located at 27 bis avenue Victor Hugo, 75116 Paris. The nearest metro stations are Victor Hugo (line 2) and Kléber (line 6), in the Victor Hugo–Trocadéro district.

How long does the procedure last?

LASIK is performed as an outpatient procedure, under local anaesthesia using eye drops. The time spent in the operating room is a few minutes per eye; you go home the same day. Being accompanied by a relative is recommended for the journey back.

Is LASIK reimbursed?

Refractive surgery is not covered by the French national health insurance (Assurance Maladie). Some complementary health insurance plans offer a fixed allowance. Price details are provided on the page refractive surgery prices.