Centro de Oftalmología Barraquer

Ophthalmology care in Barcelona

Centro de Oftalmología Barraquer is an eye clinic in Barcelona, founded in 1941 and described as Spain's first hospital dedicated exclusively to ophthalmology. It provides prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for eye conditions and serves both local and international patients.

Specialties and treatments

The center covers all ophthalmology specialties. Conditions it treats include:

• Amblyopia, or lazy eye
• Astigmatism
• Blepharitis
• Cataracts
• Age-related macular degeneration
• Retinal detachment

It also offers cosmetic ophthalmology services, including laser vision correction and blepharoplasty.

Medical team and facilities

The medical staff includes more than 30 ophthalmologists, supported by internal medicine and other specialists. The clinic's facilities on Muntaner Street in Barcelona cover 13,000 square meters dedicated to eye care, with more than 300 staff members, five laser rooms, five operating rooms, 20 patient rooms, and 19 treatment bays.

Patient care and research

The center reports more than 150,000 patient visits and 16,000 surgeries per year. It treats patients from 92 countries and has more than 80 years of experience.

Education and community work

Alongside medical care, the center is involved in education, research, and social programs through Fundación Barraquer. Its Barraquer Institute offers training, medical residency programs, and research initiatives, including clinical trials.

Contact

Phone: 932 095 311. Website: barraquer.com. The center is on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.