Choosing a LASIK Surgeon

To minimize your risks and for the best visual results, remember the followings points:

1. Make sure the surgeon is experienced with and can provide all the different vision correction options. These include LASIK, Implantable Contact Lens, clear lensectomy, PRK, LASEK.
2. Avoid centers that advertise one type of procedure, 100% of the time. The specific procedure needs to be chosen based on the unique condition of your eyes. This will enable you to get the sharpest vision for the lowest risk.
3. Choose a surgeon recommended by other doctors, preferably other eye care practitioners. They are at the best position to judge the surgeons’ quality of work.
4. Ask your surgeon this Question: “Are you a fellowship trained Cornea specialist?” Ask where they trained. Why ask where they trained? Click here for two other must-ask questions.

Three Things to avoid:

1. Don’t choose a vision correction company, instead research and choose the specific doctor himself.
2. Don’t be fooled by paid celebrity endorsements. Research the doctor; use objective criteria.
3. Avoid anyone who is trying to lure you in with a surprisingly low price.

Under the care of an experienced and conscientious surgeon, vision correction surgery can be a very rewarding experience. Risk cannot be completely eliminated, however, it should be brought down to its absolute minimum with the proper attention.

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