Researching LASIK Surgeons

You can spend years deciding to improve your vision though laser vision correction. Research on the Internet and feedback from others who have had similar experiences can aid in your process. However, regardless of how many people you ask about laser vision correction, without a full laser vision correction consultation you will never know for sure if you are a good candidate.

The laser vision correction consultation also allows you to “interview” the surgeon to make sure you are putting the best possible professional in your corner. Below are some questions you should ask your laser vision correction provider. If he/she cannot or will not give acceptable answers, it is best to continue researching other providers.

Laser Vision Correction Surgeon Questions

•  What professional organizations are you certified by and what organizations to you belong to?
• What specific training do you have in laser vision correction surgery?
• How many years of laser vision correction surgery experience do you have?
• How many laser vision correction procedures have you performed?
• Where do you perform laser vision correction procedures?
• What are the potential risks and complications of laser vision correction and how are they handled?
• Does my overall health make me a good candidate for this procedure?
• Do you think laser vision correction will produce the results I want?
• How much will laser vision correction cost? Are there any hidden charges? Are there financing options?
• Exactly how will laser vision correction be performed?
• What type of technologies do you use?
• What do I have to do before, during and after laser vision correction?
• What will the recovery entail and what kind of external help will I need?  
• What are my options if I am dissatisfied with my surgical outcome?

Armed with this information, you can make an informed decision about improving your vision through laser vision correction.

Our Doctors at Pacific Eye Specialists offers free laser vision correction consultations to take the first step in the laser vision correction discovery process. To schedule your consultation, visit pacificeyespecialists.com or call 415-921-7555.