LASIK is an important and life-changing procedure. You don’t want just any surgeon to do the procedure, right? It is important to choose a surgeon who is well qualified and experienced.
Before you decide to commit to LASIK, take some time to research the right surgeon. Here are some tips that will help you in your search:
- Get referrals: Ask your regular eye care practitioner for a referral. Tell them that you want the best LASIK surgeon in the area. You can also ask friends and family who have had LASIK for their opinion. Getting referrals will help narrow down your choices from the beginning.
- Read patient materials: Read all of material surgery centers have available. These materials will include information about the doctors and center, the LASIK procedure, and the devices they use. It is important to gather this information and become knowledgeable about the surgery center’s procedure. Illinois Eye Center has a ton of information available for download. Click here to get your copy of our informative eBook Is LASIK Right for Me? Making the Decision.
- Ask the surgeon questions: Once you have found a couple of surgery centers, ask the surgeons specific questions about their credentials. These questions include:
- Are you a board-certified ophthalmologist?
- How many LASIK surgeries have you done?
- What are your outcome statistics?
- Research the technology each surgery center uses: You’ll want to find the latest form of blade-free LASIK treatment available today. Illinois Eye Center uses the WaveLight® Refractive Suite – the most advanced and efficient laser system for Laser Vision Correction in the United States. It includes the WaveLight® EX500 Excimer Laser, WaveLight® FS200 Femtosecond Laser and Swiveling patient bed. These three technologies work together to produce faster results with the most precise outcomes available.
Finding the perfect LASIK eye surgeon can be tough, but don’t give up on the search and settle on the first place you come across. Take time to figure out what you want out of your experience. For more information on LASIK, visit our website today and sign up for one of our free LASIK seminars.