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About us

A clear vision of excellence.

Svjetlost Eye Clinic is a specialized ophthalmology hospital dedicated to excellence in diagnostics, treatment and eye surgery.

Through superior expertise, advanced technology, and an individualized approach to the patient, we provide ophthalmological services according to the highest international standards.
Our mission is to help every patient see more clearly, live more confidently, and maintain quality of vision throughout all stages of life.

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The Story of Svjetlost Eye Clinic and Medical Excellence

The vision of ophthalmological excellence has transformed Svjetlost into a world reference center.

Svjetlost Eye Clinic Zagreb
  • 8 subspecialty ophthalmology departments
  • Advanced diagnostics center
  • 4 fully equipped operating rooms
  • Exclusive postoperative suites with 24-hour care
  • Laboratory and internal medicine
  • Eye bank

Why Svjetlost Eye Clinic?

01

Tradition

Since 1998, we have been shaping the future of ophthalmology.

02

Advanced technology

We use the most modern diagnostic and surgical technology that enables high precision, safety, and excellent treatment outcomes.

03

Medical excellence

Our doctors are top specialists with experience in tens of thousands of surgeries and are regular lecturers and keynote speakers at international professional conferences and congresses.

04

Individual approach

Every eye and every patient is unique – that is why our approach is always individual and precisely tailored.

Our history

The development path
of the Svjetlost Eye Clinic

1998

The Svjetlost Polyclinic opened on Bukovačka cesta 27.

The first laser for vision correction in Croatia and the region was purchased, and the first such procedure was performed.

1999

Argon laser introduced for diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears and other retinal diseases.

2001

First vitrectomy - the most complex operation on the posterior segment of the eye.

2002

Opening of the operating room for cataracts.

Opening of the operating room for children - the first pediatric cataract surgeries.
Digital fluorescein angiography - imaging of retinal circulation.

2004

The introduction of modern multifocal lenses that allow good vision at near and far distances, which then became available in Croatia for the first time.

OCT - optical coherence tomography, a scan of the retinal layers.
Verteporfin photodynamic therapy (PDT) for the treatment of age-related macular degeneration.

2006

The first Avastin injection in Croatia was administered at the Svjetlost Eye Clinic.

2007

Svjetlost Eye Clinic receives approval to provide residency training in ophthalmology.

The first Lucentis injection was administered at Svjetlost Eye Clinic for the treatment of age-related macular degeneration.

2008

Svjetlost Eye Clinic acquires the latest Wavelight Allegretto Eye Q 400 Hz laser for laser vision correction, used by Prof. Nikica Gabrić, MD, PhD.

23-gauge - minimally invasive vitrectomy.

2009

Svjetlost moved to a new building at Heinzelova 39.

The first femtosecond laser for vision correction in Croatia was purchased.

2010

The Svjetlost Polyclinic becomes a Special Hospital and Clinic for Ophthalmology of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Rijeka.

25-gauge - minimally invasive vitrectomy.

2011

Opening of the first Svjetlost Eye Clinic in Sarajevo.

2012

Opening of the Svjetlost Eye Clinic in Split.

2013

Eylea, an anti-VEGF injection, introduced for age-related macular degeneration.

2016

Svjetlost Eye Clinic received the prestigious "Best Regional Hospital" award in Cannes in recognition of excellence in the field of ophthalmology, recognized at the European level.

Winner of the Ophthalmology Oscar - the "Best Live Surgery Award" at Video Cataracta Refractiva.
The European Society for Quality Research (ESQR) awarded Svjetlost with the prestigious Quality Choice Prize for 2016.

2017

The first corneal stem cell transplant in this part of Europe was performed at the Svjetlost Eye Clinic.

2018

Svjetlost Eye Clinic received the prestigious American Star Diamond Award.

We were among the first in the world to implant the Tecnis Eyhance lens.
Opening of Svjetlost Eye Clinic in Budva.

2019

Recognition for the largest number of implantations of Johnson & Johnson Synergy multifocal lenses.

2020

Development of the ATOS laser in cooperation with SCHWIND eye-tech-solutions for laser vision correction.

Development of the Catalys laser for laser-assisted cataract surgery.
Introducing a 3D platform for posterior segment surgery.
Opening of Svjetlost Beauty in Sarajevo.

2021

Recognition for the largest number of Synergy IOLs implanted in the world.

Svjetlost was awarded the prestigious status of Johnson & Johnson Vision - Center of Education in the field of ophthalmology with special emphasis on refractive surgery, premium intraocular lenses and the most modern devices in world ophthalmology.

2022

Collaboration begins on the development of Elite, a Johnson & Johnson laser for laser vision correction.

Vabysmo, an anti-VEGF injection, introduced for age-related macular degeneration.

2023

SCHWIND eye-tech-solutions granted Svjetlost Eye Clinic the status of a reference center for the development of laser surgery.

2024

Prof. Nikica Gabrić, MD, PhD, was named winner of the "European Manager" award, and Svjetlost Eye Clinic was declared "Best Company".

"Harmony Centre of Excellence Award"

2025

SING IMT lenses implanted in patients with reduced visual function.

The first application of intraretinal gene vectors as part of clinical studies.

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Experience in Numbers



300,000+ patients per year




5 clinics



20,000 surgeries per year



4 fully equipped operating rooms




Quality guarantee

Excellence you can trust

At Svjetlost, quality is not a goal, but a standard that we adhere to every day.

Our clinic operates on the principles of internationally recognized quality management, combining medical excellence, patient safety, and continuous improvement.

We are proud of the many international awards and certifications that reflect our commitment to exceptional healthcare and patient satisfaction. Svjetlost holds a number of quality management system certifications, which guarantee structured processes, accountability and continuous improvement of all medical and organizational procedures.

Our commitment is rooted in patient care, professional responsibility, ethical practice and continuous investment in technology, knowledge and advancement – ensuring safe, effective treatment according to the standards of the world’s leading medical institutions.

Selected awards

  • Star Diamond Award (2018)

  • Ophthalmology Oscar, Milan (2016)

  • Quality Choice Prize, Berlin (2016)

  • Best Regional Hospital, Cannes (2016)

  • Trusted Brand Croatia (2012)

  • AAA Credit Rating