An ophthalmic clinic specialising in cataract, myopia, glaucoma and eyelid surgery, as well as in the treatment of retinal diseases.
- Cataract
- Myopia & laser surgery
- Glaucoma
- Eyelids
- Retina
We take care of your sight
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What if you could live without glasses?
You are short-sighted, astigmatic, long-sighted or presbyopic and wonder whether surgery is possible? Start with a free refractive eligibility assessment.
Your journey in 3 steps
- 1
Free eligibility assessment
With our specialised orthoptist: the first measurements of your eyes.
- 2
Medical analysis and pre-operative consultation
With the surgeon, who checks that the procedure is feasible and safe.
- 3
Choosing, with you, the safest technique
Based on your correction, your cornea, your age and your expectations.
Comparison of techniques
PRK / TransPRK
€2,500 (both eyes)
- Who for?
- Most cases of myopia and moderate astigmatism
- Recovery
- 7 to 10 days
- Specific feature
- Surface treatment
LASIK
€3,000 (both eyes)
- Who for?
- Moderate to high myopia
- Recovery
- A few days
- Specific feature
- A corneal flap is cut; risk of induced dryness and fragility
ICL
€2,000 to €3,000 / eye
- Who for?
- Myopia up to −18 and astigmatism −6
- Recovery
- A few days
- Specific feature
- Intraocular implant; no induced dryness
Clear lens
€2,000 to €2,500 / eye
- Who for?
- Presbyopia in long-sighted patients, from age 50
- Recovery
- A few days
- Specific feature
- Intraocular implant; night halos possible
Indicative prices, confirmed at the pre-operative consultation. Refractive surgery is not covered by INAMI.
We do not offer the same operation to every eye.
The technique is chosen according to your correction, your cornea, your age and your expectations.
No commitment. Assessment carried out at the Schepens Eye Clinic in Mons.
Dr Gauthier Schepens
Founder · Ophthalmologist
“Every pair of eyes deserves tailored attention.”
An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases and surgery of the eyes and eyelids, Dr Schepens founded Schepens Eye Clinic in Mons to bring diagnostic and surgical excellence together under one roof.
Surrounded by a team of ophthalmologists, orthoptists, specialized nurses and medical secretaries, he delivers modern, human and accessible care.
Cataract and implants
The most frequently performed operation in the world: a short day-case procedure, with an implant chosen to match your eye and your needs.
- ≈ 15 minutes — a short procedure
- Local anaesthesia, usually with eye drops
- Day case — home the same day
- A personalised implant, chosen for your eye and your needs
- INAMI cover depending on your situation
Complete medical and surgical expertise
Schepens Eye Clinic is a facility specialising in treating eye diseases and improving vision. With 4 hospitalisation rooms and an accredited operating theatre, it fully embraces its surgical focus: your procedure can be carried out directly within the clinic.
Our surgical expertise covers cataract surgery with tailor-made implants, refractive surgery by laser, intraocular lens or clear-lens surgery, laser and minimally invasive glaucoma procedures, eyelid surgery and pterygium operations with corneoconjunctival grafting.
We also manage retinal diseases caused by diabetes or AMD, through laser or intravitreal injections. The accredited operating theatre allows all procedures under local anaesthesia.
Complete care, all in one place
Accredited operating theatre on site
Your procedure can be carried out directly within the clinic, under local anaesthesia.
One surgeon, one follow-up
Dr Schepens handles the assessment, the choice of technique, the surgery and the post-operative check-up.
Latest-generation equipment
Lasers, retinal imaging, biometry and advanced examinations on site.
A specialised ophthalmic team
Ophthalmologists, orthoptists, nurses and medical secretaries — in French and English.
What our patients say
Verified reviews, published on our Google listing.
8 years ago
Many thanks to Doctor Schephens for taking proper care of me. My eye is much better after 1 day and the treatment is working.
2 years ago
Very good services
a year ago
Friendly staff
An accredited operating theatre
Refractive surgery and procedures under local anaesthesia take place at the clinic; other surgeries are performed at Hélora – Clinique Saint-Joseph.
Take a 360° tour of the clinic
Walk through our spaces: reception, consultation rooms and operating theatre.
A medical team that listens
Doctors, orthoptists, nurses and medical secretaries: a complete team looking after your eye health.
Meet the whole team
Dr G. Schepens
Medical Director, Founder — Ophthalmologist
Olivia Kaszczuk
Orthoptist
Jérôme Liétart
Clinical nurse specialist
Nouha Jamal
Clinical nurse specialist
Nathanael
Orthoptist
Cindel
Secretary
April
Medical secretary
Catherine
Medical secretary
Cécile
Medical secretary
Your questions, our answers
How do I book an appointment?+
Our front desk personally directs you to the right type of consultation. Call +32 65 73 17 11 or ask for a callback using the form.
Is the refractive eligibility assessment really free?+
Yes, and with no commitment. It is carried out at the clinic in Mons by our specialised orthoptist.
Is cataract surgery painful?+
It is generally performed under local anaesthesia, usually with eye drops.
Do I need someone to come with me on the day of surgery?+
Yes: you are advised not to drive on the day of the procedure.
Are procedures carried out on site?+
It depends on the procedure. Refractive surgery and some procedures under local anaesthesia are carried out in the clinic's accredited operating theatre. Most other surgeries are performed at Hélora – Clinique Saint-Joseph, with reimbursement under INAMI/RIZIV rules. The location is confirmed during your consultation.
Do you accept emergencies?+
Yes, after a prior phone call to +32 65 73 17 11. The emergency criteria are detailed on our Emergencies page.
An appointment suited to your situation
Our front desk personally directs you to the right type of consultation. Call us or ask to be called back.