Clinica Oftalmológica Pasteur

What Clinica Oftalmológica Pasteur does

Clínica Oftalmológica Pasteur is a privately held, for-profit ophthalmology center founded in 1994 and headquartered in Vitacura, Santiago, Chile. It operates as a national reference center for eye care, running four sites in Santiago (Vitacura headquarters with two state-of-the-art surgical theaters, the dedicated pediatric CEOP center, a Providencia branch, and the Centro Médico Fundación outpatient site) and a national network of more than 100 ophthalmologists. Service lines span surgical procedures (cataract, LASIK refractive surgery, vitrectomy, glaucoma, corneal transplant, strabismus, eyelid, pterygium, ptosis, phakic IOL), specialized medical services (pediatric ophthalmology, neuro-ophthalmology, oculoplastics, ocular oncology, anterior segment), and diagnostic examinations (visual field, OCT, retinal imaging, biometry). The clinic bills through the full Chilean payer stack — FONASA, PAD Fonasa bundled payments, GES guarantees for cataracts/diabetic retinopathy/retinal detachment/eye trauma, ISAPRE insurers, Dipreca, and Mutual de Seguridad occupational agreements — and accepts walk-in, web-based, and call-center appointment booking.

The clinic's technology base centers on advanced ophthalmic equipment rather than proprietary software: an IOL Master 700 biometry device (2024), an Allegretto Laser 500Hz for LASIK (2018), surgical microscopes with virtual-reality navigation (2019), modern vitrectomy systems, and the patent-protected MDEyeCare smartphone application for pediatric ocular-tumor screening. Its operating system is the "Modelo de Gestión Clínica Integral," a set of 32 protocols and 23 quality/safety indicators transferred from Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (London) under an alliance signed in April 2018. It is the only Chilean member of the World Association of Eye Hospitals (WAEH) since June 2017 and runs a three-year ophthalmology residency with Universidad de Santiago de Chile (USACH) and Hospital San José. The company appears to be physician-led, with Dr. Germán González as Board President and Santiago Venegas as General Manager, and there is no disclosed institutional or financial-sponsor ownership.

Name

Clinica Oftalmológica Pasteur

Legal name

Clínica Oftalmológica Pasteur

Website

https://pasteur.cl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Clínica Oftalmológica Pasteur is a privately held Chilean ophthalmology reference center founded in 1994 in Santiago, operating four sites staffed by 100+ ophthalmologists. It delivers cataract, LASIK, vitreoretinal, glaucoma, corneal, pediatric and ocular-oncology procedures, diagnostics, and surgical training under a Moorfields-derived clinical management model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology Healthcare Services

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists) (621111)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Ophthalmology Clinics (Medical & Surgical Eye Care) (HLAKAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Oculoplastics & Orbital Surgery (HLAKAKAI), Cornea, External Disease & Refractive Surgery (LASIK/PRK) (HLAKAKAF), Ophthalmology Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAF)

Keywords

• Ophthalmology medical services
• Refractive eye surgery
• Pediatric ophthalmology
• Ophthalmic diagnostics
• Cataract surgery clinic

Headquarters

HQ city

Vitacura

HQ country

Chile

HQ region

Latin America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Medical Consultations: Outpatient ophthalmology consultations across multiple specialties including general ophthalmology, glaucoma, retina, pediatrics, oculoplastics
2. Surgical Procedures: Cataract surgery, LASIK refractive surgery, glaucoma surgery, vitrectomy, cornea transplant, strabismus surgery, eyelid surgery, retina procedures
3. Diagnostic Examinations: Medical technology examinations including visual field tests, OCT, retinal imaging, biometry, and specialized ophthalmic diagnostics
4. Insurance and Public Health Billing: Revenue from GES (Explicit Guarantees in Health), FONASA, ISAPRE insurance providers, Dipreca conventions, and PAD Fonasa bundled payments

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Clínica Oftalmológica Pasteur is a specialized ophthalmology clinic that provides comprehensive eye care services including medical consultations across subspecialties (glaucoma, retina, pediatrics, oculoplastics, neuro-ophthalmology, ocular oncology, anterior segment), surgical procedures (cataract, LASIK refractive, vitrectomy, corneal transplant, glaucoma, strabismus, eyelid, pterygium), and diagnostic examinations using advanced equipment such as the IOL Master 700, Allegretto 500Hz laser, and virtual-reality-navigated surgical microscopes. It also operates the Centro de Oftalmología Pediátrica (CEOP) pediatric center, an ophthalmologist training program in partnership with USACH and Hospital San José, and online patient portals for scheduling and exam results.

Product overview

Clínica Oftalmológica Pasteur is a specialized ophthalmological healthcare center operating since 1994 as a national referral center for eye care. The clinic offers a comprehensive portfolio of ophthalmological services organized around surgical procedures (including cataract surgery, LASIK, glaucoma treatment, vitreoretinal surgery, and corneal transplants), specialized medical services (pediatric ophthalmology, neuro-ophthalmology, oculoplasty, oncology ophthalmology), and diagnostic examinations. The institution operates the Centro de Oftalmología Pediátrica (CEOP) for pediatric eye care and provides online patient portals for appointment scheduling and exam results access. The clinic also runs an ophthalmologist training program in partnership with Universidad de Santiago de Chile and Hospital San José. Key technological equipment includes IOL Master 700 for precise intraocular measurements, Allegretto Laser 500Hz for LASIK procedures, and state-of-the-art surgical microscopes with virtual reality navigation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CEOP (Centro de Oftalmología Pediátrica): Pediatric Ophthalmology Center dedicated to diagnosing and treating children's ophthalmological needs in a child-friendly environment.

Products and services

• Cataract Surgery Surgical removal of cataracts to restore vision clarity by replacing the opacified natural lens with an artificial intraocular lens, available to all adult patients and covered under Chile's GES Explicit Health Guarantees.
• LASIK / Refractive Surgery Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis procedure to correct refractive errors including myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism by modifying corneal curvature, performed using the Allegretto 500Hz laser.
• Glaucoma Treatment Medical and surgical management of glaucoma including eye drops, laser therapy, and trabeculectomy surgery to control intraocular pressure and prevent optic nerve damage.
• Vitreoretinal Surgery Surgical procedures addressing retinal and vitreous conditions including vitrectomy, retinal detachment repair, and treatment of diabetic retinopathy.
• Corneal Transplant Corneal grafting procedures for patients with damaged or diseased corneas requiring tissue transplantation.
• Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) Eyelid surgery procedures including functional blepharoplasty to improve visual field and aesthetic blepharoplasty for facial rejuvenation.
• Strabismus Surgery Surgical correction of strabismus (misaligned eyes) to improve ocular alignment and visual function, with strength in pediatric cases managed at CEOP.
• Pediatric Ophthalmology (CEOP) Specialized ophthalmological care for children including vision screening, refractive error correction, amblyopia treatment, and strabismus management, delivered at the dedicated Centro de Oftalmología Pediátrica (CEOP) facility.
• Oculoplasty Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery including treatment of orbital diseases, eyelid disorders, and tear duct conditions.
• Oncology Ophthalmology Diagnosis and treatment of ocular tumors including melanoma, retinoblastoma, and other oncological conditions of the eye.
• Argon Laser Treatment Laser photocoagulation treatment using argon laser for various retinal conditions and glaucoma management.
• Phakic IOL Surgery Implantation of phakic intraocular lenses for refractive correction in patients not suitable for LASIK.
• Ptosis Surgery Surgical correction of drooping eyelids (ptosis) to improve vision and aesthetic appearance.
• Pterygium Surgery Surgical removal of pterygium (surfer's eye) growths from the conjunctiva and cornea.
• Neuro-Ophthalmology Specialized care for neurological conditions affecting vision including optic nerve disorders and visual pathway lesions.
• Anterior Segment Services Diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the anterior segment of the eye including cornea, iris, and lens pathologies.
• Ophthalmological Medical Exams Comprehensive ophthalmological examinations and diagnostic tests using state-of-the-art medical technology equipment including visual field tests, OCT, retinal imaging, biometry, and specialized ophthalmic diagnostics.
• Web Appointment System (Agenda Web) Online appointment scheduling platform allowing patients to book, modify, or cancel appointments through the clinic's website.
• Medical Exam Results Portal Online portal for patients to access their examination and test results.
• Ophthalmologist Training Program Three-year ophthalmology medical residency training program in partnership with Universidad de Santiago de Chile and Hospital San José, addressing the national shortage of eye care specialists.
• MDEyeCare Mobile Application Patented mobile application for early detection of pediatric ocular tumors by analyzing photographs to identify leukocoria (white pupil), as well as refractive errors and strabismus.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 105,000 patients attended and over 165,000 exams performed in 2025
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered regional, minor, major, core and social.

• Clínica Ciudad del MarregionalStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 November 2022Regional alliance for comprehensive ophthalmological health with highest quality standards for patients in the area
• Clínica Dávila VespuciominorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 November 2022Cooperation alliance within strategic collaboration network for patient referrals
• Fundación Arturo López Pérez (FALP)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2021Oncology patient referral agreement: FALP refers patients for ophthalmology consultations at Pasteur locations; Pasteur provides surgical services at Vitacura for FALP patients
• Clínica VespucioregionalStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 November 2021Ambulatory and surgical care alliance with qualified ophthalmology specialists and cutting-edge technology
• Hospital San JosécoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 September 2021Cooperation agreement for ophthalmologic care and surgical treatment of referred patients; third-year USACH fellowship students participate in surgical resolution for referred patients
• Mutual de SeguridadregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 8 July 2021Ophthalmological healthcare services for workers affiliated with Mutual de Seguridad through occupational health agreement benefiting CCHC region workers
• Universidad de Santiago de Chile (USACH)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 April 2019Ophthalmology residency program partnership with 3-year training combining academic excellence, clinical practice, and surgical training; launched at Ministry of Health with first two fellows in March 2019
• Prospectus Consulting&CapitalmajorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 19 April 2019Project management and consulting firm managing the Moorfields Eye Hospital transfer project to Clínica Pasteur
• World Association of Eye Hospitals (WAEH)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 April 2019Global network of leading eye hospitals promoting ophthalmology practice through social outreach and eye care information; Clínica Pasteur the only Chilean member since 2017
• Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 April 2018Strategic alliance for clinical management model transfer including 32 protocols and 23 quality/safety indicators specific to ophthalmology; encompasses clinical management, corporate governance, teaching, research and innovation transfer from London's premier eye hospital
• ElquiVisiónminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional ophthalmology partnership mentioned in strategic alliance network
• Centro Oftalmológico Lasik MagallanesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional refractive surgery partnership mentioned in strategic alliance network
• Clínica IndisaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional alliance mentioned in cooperation network
• Universidad de ChileminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership in ophthalmology collaboration network
• Universidad del DesarrollominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership in ophthalmology collaboration network
• Corporación Costa EsperanzasocialOthersCharitable organization providing rural ophthalmic care; Clinic Pasteur donates medications, equipment and surgical facilities; Founded by Dr. Fernando Villarroel with mobile Rural Primary Ophthalmic Attention Unit (UAPO) named Dra. Clara Park

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Aravind Eye Care System: India-based high-volume eye care delivery network integrating clinical care, training, and outreach. Comparable to Pasteur in scale of patient throughput and integrated training pipeline.
• Wills Eye Hospital: US specialty eye hospital with full ophthalmology subspecialty coverage and teaching programs. Comparable to Pasteur as a long-established specialty eye institution with residency training.
• Bascom Palmer Eye Institute: US academic eye hospital consistently ranked among the top ophthalmology institutions globally. Comparable in subspecialty depth, research profile, and tertiary referral positioning.
• Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust: Premier UK eye hospital and Pasteur's strategic partner for clinical management transfer. Comparable as a globally recognized specialty eye hospital with research, training, and tertiary referral functions.

Direct peers

• Clínica Baviera: Iberian ophthalmology clinic chain specializing in refractive surgery (LASIK) and cataract procedures. Comparable to Pasteur in its surgical focus, multi-location footprint, and direct-to-patient acquisition model.
• IOPA - Instituto Oftalmológico Profesor Arentsen: Santiago-based ophthalmology center offering medical and surgical eye care. Directly competes with Pasteur for Chilean ophthalmology patients across subspecialties including cataract, glaucoma, and retina.
• Instituto de Microcirugía Ocular (IMO): High-volume Spanish ophthalmology hospital group offering a comprehensive medical/surgical subspecialty portfolio. Closely comparable to Pasteur in operating model: integrated consultations, surgery, diagnostics, and premium technology.
• Centro de la Visión: Chilean ophthalmology clinic providing refractive surgery, cataract, and subspecialty services. Comparable Chilean competitor targeting similar patient segments and insurance relationships.

Regional players

• Fundación Oftalmológica Nacional (Colombia): Colombian specialty eye institution offering comprehensive ophthalmology services. Comparable to Pasteur as a Latin American specialty eye care provider with hospital partnerships and training programs.
• Singapore National Eye Centre: Singapore's flagship specialty eye hospital operating within a public health system. Comparable in government payer participation, subspecialty breadth, and teaching hospital role.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/clinicaoftalmologicapasteur

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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