Cataract Surgery in Al Ain
0 providers · 15–30 minutes per eye · Typically covered by insurance · Typical cost: AED 7,500 · Updated March 2026
Looking for cataract surgery in Al Ain? The UAE Open Healthcare Directory lists 0 ophthalmology providers in Al Ain who may offer this procedure. The typical cost is AED 7,500 (range: AED 3,500–AED 14,000). Providers below are ranked by patient ratings. All facilities are licensed by the Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH). Cataract surgery removes the clouded natural lens of the eye and replaces it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). It is one of the most commonly performed surgeries in the world, with a very high success rate. Phacoemulsification is the standard technique.
Duration
15–30 minutes per eye
Recovery
1–2 weeks (most activities), 4–6 weeks (full)
Insurance
Typically coveredTypical Cost
AED 7,500
Cataract Surgery Cost — UAE City Comparison
| City | From | Typical | Up to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai | AED 5,000 | AED 10,000 | AED 20,000 | View |
| Abu Dhabi | AED 4,500 | AED 9,000 | AED 18,000 | View |
| Sharjah | AED 3,000 | AED 7,000 | AED 14,000 | View |
| Ajman | AED 3,000 | AED 6,500 | AED 12,000 | View |
| Ras Al Khaimah | AED 3,500 | AED 7,000 | AED 13,000 | View |
| Fujairah | AED 3,500 | AED 6,500 | AED 12,000 | View |
| Umm Al Quwain | AED 3,000 | AED 6,000 | AED 11,000 | View |
| Al Ain(current) | AED 3,500 | AED 7,500 | AED 14,000 | Viewing |
What to Expect
The eye is numbed with drops. A tiny incision is made, and ultrasound energy breaks up the cloudy lens. The fragments are suctioned out and a new IOL is inserted. The incision self-seals. Each eye is done separately, usually 1–2 weeks apart. Surgery takes 15–30 minutes.
Anaesthesia: Local anaesthesia is typically used for this procedure.
Insurance Coverage
Cataract surgery is medically necessary and covered by most UAE insurance plans including Daman basic. Pre-authorisation is required. Standard monofocal IOLs are covered; premium multifocal or toric IOLs may incur an out-of-pocket upgrade fee of AED 3,000–8,000.
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Disclaimer: Pricing is indicative and based on DOH Mandatory Tariff methodology and market-observed ranges. Actual costs depend on facility type, clinical complexity, and insurance coverage. Always confirm pricing directly with the provider. Provider data is sourced from official Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH) registers, last verified March 2026.