Corneal transplantation — every layer, every approach.
Dr. Ahmed Shaarawy was the first surgeon to perform S-DMEK in Egypt and the broader Arab region. Trained at Devers Eye Institute under Prof. Mark A. Terry — co-developer of modern DMEK and DSAEK. We perform the full keratoplasty spectrum: DMEK and DSAEK for endothelial disease, DALK for stromal disease, and PKP for full-thickness loss. Tissue sourced from internationally certified eye banks (CorneaGen, Saving Sight) with full chain-of-custody documentation.
Why choose us
International standard. Regional access.
First S-DMEK in Egypt and the Arab region
Dr. Shaarawy introduced S-DMEK to the regional standard of care after his fellowship at Devers Eye Institute. The S-stamp prevents tissue mis-orientation — a key safety improvement in DMEK.
AAO-published research and surgical videos
Co-author on AAO 2014 research on DMEK in eyes with prior LASIK. Smart Splash and Graft Exchange DALK techniques both featured in AAO Editors' Choice surgical videos.
Certified eye-bank tissue, 48-hour sourcing
We import tissue from internationally certified eye banks (CorneaGen, Saving Sight) with full HIV/HCV/HBV testing, endothelial cell density reports, and ≤48h delivery from request.
Western-quality outcomes, Egyptian pricing
DMEK in Cairo from $3,000 vs $12,000–$20,000 in Western Europe and $25,000–$40,000 in the United States. Same tissue source, same surgical technique, same instruments.
Procedures & pricing
Transparent USD pricing.
Final cost is set after clinical examination. Local-currency equivalents available on request. Insurance reports issued for international patients.
| Procedure | Best for | From (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| DMEK (Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty) | Single-layer transplant. Lowest rejection rate. For Fuchs dystrophy, endothelial failure. | $3,000 – $3,500 |
| DSAEK (Descemet Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty) | Two-layer endothelial graft. Better than DMEK in complex anterior segments. | $3,500 – $4,500 |
| DALK (Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty) | Anterior stroma replaced; recipient endothelium preserved. Lower rejection than PKP. | $2,500 – $3,000 |
| PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty) | Full-thickness transplant. Reserved for cases where DALK isn't possible. | $2,800 – $4,000 |
| PDEK (Pre-Descemet Endothelial Keratoplasty) | Hybrid endothelial technique for select cases. Specialty option. | $3,200 – $4,000 |
Common questions
Frequently asked.
Send your case file. Get a transplant plan within 24 hours.
Recent topography, OCT, and any prior surgical reports are enough to start. Reply within 24 hours with the right transplant approach (DMEK / DSAEK / DALK / PKP), expected outcomes, the all-in cost, and a recommended travel plan.