We are an ophthalmology clinic founded by Marcin Smorawski, MD, PhD
– an ophthalmic surgeon with many years of international experience.
We handle the most challenging cases, including complications following refractive surgeries performed elsewhere.
The widest selection of procedures in refractive surgery and keratoconus treatment.
Creator of original, proprietary surgical methods for refractive surgery and keratoconus, including ex-im and biman.
In partnership with the world's leading corneal researchers.
What is it like to enjoy life without the need for glasses or contact lenses? Many patients who have undergone laser vision correction at our clinic can already answer that question.
Do you feel that your vision impairment is holding you back? Does it hinder your plans or dreams and feel burdensome in daily life? It doesn’t have to be this way.
Modern ophthalmology offers methods that allow patients to regain visual comfort—without the need for glasses, contact lenses, or complex, invasive procedures. Our vision correction center is a place for those seeking comprehensive care, from diagnostics and selecting the right treatment to post-operative follow-ups.
We treat all types of vision impairments that patients face. We use innovative methods that offer a chance for clear perception of the world—without limitations.
Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is a type of vision impairment where distant objects appear blurry to the patient. We treat shortsightedness using state-of-the-art laser procedures.
Farsightedness, also known as hyperopia, is a type of vision impairment where the patient has difficulty seeing objects clearly up close. We perform laser procedures, among others, to give patients the opportunity to read without glasses.
Astigmatism is a type of vision impairment in which images are blurry both at near and far distances. Additionally, vision is distorted in terms of shapes and proportions, often appearing “wavy.” This condition is caused by the cornea having different refractive powers across its various meridians.
Presbyopia is a type of vision impairment related to the age-progressive stiffening of the lens and the weakening of its ability to accommodate. We offer surgical treatments, including laser-based options.
Cataract is a condition associated with the natural aging process, most commonly affecting individuals over the age of 55. This condition leads to the clouding of the eye’s lens, resulting in progressively worsening vision impairment.
We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of keratoconus in patients aged 14 and older, including individuals with complex ocular conditions whose previous treatments have not yielded the expected results.
Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is a type of vision impairment where distant objects appear blurry to the patient. We treat shortsightedness using state-of-the-art laser procedures.
Farsightedness, also known as hyperopia, is a type of vision impairment where the patient has difficulty seeing objects clearly up close. We perform laser procedures, among others, to give patients the opportunity to read without glasses.
Astigmatism is a type of vision impairment in which images are blurry both at near and far distances. Additionally, vision is distorted in terms of shapes and proportions, often appearing “wavy.” This condition is caused by the cornea having different refractive powers across its various meridians.
Presbyopia is a type of vision impairment related to the age-progressive stiffening of the lens and the weakening of its ability to accommodate. We offer surgical treatments, including laser-based options.
Cataract is a condition associated with the natural aging process, most commonly affecting individuals over the age of 55. This condition leads to the clouding of the eye’s lens, resulting in progressively worsening vision impairment.
We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of keratoconus in patients aged 14 and older, including individuals with complex ocular conditions whose previous treatments have not yielded the expected results.
Who is ReLex SMILE for?
Why choose ReLex SMILE?
Shortsightedness (Myopia), High Shortsightedness (High Myopia), Myopic Astigmatism, Presbyopia in Myopia
Who is FemtoLasik for?
Why choose FemtoLasik?
Shortsightness (Myopia), Astigmatism, Myopic Astigmatism, Hyperopic Astigmatism, Presbyopia
Who is Presbyond for?
Why choose Presbyond?
Shortsightness (Myopia), Farsightedness (Hyperopia), Astigmatism, Myopic Astigmatism, Presbyopia
Who is EBK for?
Why choose EBK?
Mild Shortsightedness (Mild Myopia) and Myopic Astigmatism, Mild Farsightedness (Mild Hyperopia) and Hyperopic Astigmatism, Mild Astigmatism
Who is Trans-PRK for?
Why choose Trans-PRK?
Mild Nearsightedness (Mild Myopia) and Myopic Astigmatism, Mild Farsightedness (Mild Hyperopia) and Hyoperopic Astigmatism, Mild Astigmatism
Who is Topo-guided PRK for?
Why choose Topo-guided?
Mild Nearsightedness (Mild Myopia) and Myopic Astigmatism, Mild Farsigthedness (Mild Hyoperopia) and Hyperopic Astigmatism, Mild Astigmatism
Phakic Lens Implantation (pIOL)
Phakic lens implantation is performed to correct vision in patients for whom laser vision correction is either contraindicated or would not offer the expected results. The procedure involves implanting an artificial lens made of a specialized composite material called Collamer. Collamer is a combination of naturally occurring collagen, which provides high biocompatibility while maintaining durability and transparency. Phakic lenses are implanted adjacent to the patient’s natural lens. Preserving the eye’s own lens is a key advantage, as the patient’s accommodation remains unchanged after the procedure.
The Procedure
The implantation is performed under local anesthesia after pupil dilation and takes approximately 30 minutes. The first step involves creating a corneal micro-incision (microport) 2–3 mm in length. A sterile gel (viscoelastic) is then injected into the eye chamber, allowing for the implantation of a folded lens without touching the eye’s internal structures—including the patient’s own lens and cornea. Once implanted, the lens begins to unfold spontaneously due to body temperature and the presence of the viscoelastic. After the lens is fully unfolded, the surgeon positions the phakic lens correctly in the posterior chamber. The corneal micro-incision seals itself and does not require sutures.
Reversibility
Phakic lens implantation is a reversible procedure. In the event that a patient develops cataracts later in life, the clouded natural lens is removed along with the phakic lens. A standard intraocular lens (IOL) is then implanted to compensate for the power of both previous lenses, ensuring the patient’s visual outcome remains consistent.
High Shortsightedness (High Myopia), High Farsightedness (High Hyperopia), High Astigmatism
What is it like to enjoy life without the need for glasses or contact lenses? Many patients who have undergone laser vision correction at our clinic can already answer that question.
What is it like to enjoy life without the need for glasses or contact lenses? Many patients who have undergone laser vision correction at our clinic can already answer that question.
Individuals with vision impairments can contact our clinic to receive detailed information and schedule a pre-operative assessment.
Our team is available by phone and online.
We care for patients aged 14 and older, treating a wide range of conditions – from myopia (shortsightedness) to presbyopia. We offer support to those seeking innovative treatments, especially in complex cases where previous treatments have failed to deliver results.
Contact the clinic of Marcin Smorawski, MD, PhD. Book a consultation or a pre-operative assessment if surgery is indicated.
Our doctors will provide you with detailed information about our keratoconus treatments and vision correction methods. We look look forward to seeing you!
The corneal surface (the outer part) is its most valuable layer. SMILE technology leaves this vital outer section intact, as the procedure removes tissue only from the deeper layers of the cornea. As a result, corneal stability and strength after the procedure are higher than with any other method.
For example, correcting 4 diopters of shortsightedness using the SMILE method leaves the cornea significantly more resilient compared to other correction techniques such as Femto-LASIK or PRK.
SMILE technology works by creating a thin disc of tissue (lenticule) within the deeper layers of the cornea. Once this disc is removed through a tiny micro-incision, the cornea flattens and its refractive power is reduced. This effectively eliminates shortsightedness or myopic astigmatism—the two primary vision impairments for which SMILE technology is utilized. Consequently, the procedure does not require a corneal flap.
Hyperopia, hyperopic astigmatism, and astigmatism are the most resistant refractive errors to correct. To eliminate farsightedness, a change is required that results in increased corneal steepening. Steepening the corneal dome is significantly more challenging to achieve with laser correction than flattening it. This creates the need for a procedure with a higher EMO (Effective Modifying Power), which is more effective at reshaping the tissue. Femto-LASIK is such a procedure. It is a two-stage treatment. The first stage, which involves creating a corneal flap, simultaneously reduces the rigidity (softens) of the cornea. Once prepared this way, the cornea becomes much more pliable and susceptible to reshaping during the second stage. In the second stage, an excimer laser is applied to the corneal stroma exposed under the flap. In the treatment of presbyopia, we take advantage of the practicality and easy access provided by the presence of the corneal flap. As we age, the demand for visual power for near-distance work increases. To meet this growing need, we can compensate for the increasing near-vision impairment through a minimally invasive and simple method: a flap lift.
Presbyond gives the cornea a specific shape. After treatment with this method, the cornea has varying curvatures in different areas. This allows for increased corneal power in the specific zones used for reading, providing the patient with the additional boost needed for near-distance work.
However, not every patient is a candidate for the Presbyond procedure. Its effectiveness and feasibility depend on the initial corneal parameters, primarily the pre-operative corneal curvature, which is measured and evaluated at critical points.
EBK and PRK are surface vision correction methods in which the first, preparatory stage is the removal of the corneal epithelium. In PRK, the epithelium is removed manually using a special solution that loosens the connection between the epithelium and the corneal stroma. In EBK, also a manual method, a specialized device called an epikeratome is used to remove the epithelium.
The corneal epithelium regenerates—or regrows—within several dozen hours, forming a perfectly smooth and even surface. The epithelium has a massive impact on visual quality, and even microscopic irregularities on its surface can drastically impair vision.
The epithelium is a fascinating structure with the ability to mask any imperfections of the underlying stroma. This characteristic is very often utilized in the treatment of corneal irregularities and keratoconus.
The epithelium covers the corneal stroma and is its outermost layer. In surface methods (EBK, Trans-PRK, Topo-guided-PRK), the first step is the removal of the corneal epithelium. Due to the specific way the laser operates, removing the epithelium with a laser leaves the cornea highly uniform in terms of surface texture and hydration levels. The correction stage follows immediately after the epithelial removal phase, making the overall result significantly more predictable compared to manual removal.
The human eye is not perfect; minor irregularities often occur on the corneal surface. These are frequently compensated for by the overlying epithelium. Thus, the epithelium acts as a tissue that masks imperfections in the corneal stroma. When removing the epithelium manually, these surface imperfections are exposed rather than eliminated. However, by using an excimer laser for epithelial removal, we eliminate corneal irregularities along with the epithelium, achieving an optically ideal surface.
Topo-guided PRK treatment is fully integrated with corneal topography. Topography is a diagnostic test that analyzes light reflected from the cornea, sent in the form of several dozen concentric rings. Any areas of the cornea that reflect light in a distorted manner are analyzed to identify specific surface irregularities. Based on this analysis, a customized laser program is established to not only correct the refractive error but also to regularize the corneal surface in areas where it is irregular.
Phakic lenses offer the widest range of vision correction of all available methods. It is important to emphasize that they serve as both an alternative to laser vision correction and a viable treatment option for patients where laser treatment would not deliver satisfactory results. With this correction method, there is no tendency for regression (recurrence of the refractive error).
