We know that choosing eye surgery can come with a lot of questions. Here are answers to some of the questions patients ask most often.
If you don’t find the answer you’re looking for, our team is happy to help.
The need for surgery depends on your diagnosis, symptoms, eye health, and treatment goals. Your physician will perform an evaluation and discuss whether surgery or another treatment option is appropriate for you.
Your first visit may include a comprehensive eye evaluation, diagnostic testing, and a consultation with your physician. Your doctor will review the findings and explain your treatment options and recommended next steps.
Your first visit may include a comprehensive eye evaluation, diagnostic testing, and a consultation with your physician. Your doctor will review the findings and explain your treatment options and recommended next steps.
Your first visit may include a comprehensive eye evaluation, diagnostic testing, and a consultation with your physician. Your doctor will review the findings and explain your treatment options and recommended next steps.
Anesthesia and sedation options vary depending on the procedure and your medical needs. Your physician and surgical team will explain what type of anesthesia or sedation is appropriate for you before surgery.
Recovery time depends on the specific procedure, your eye health, and how your eyes respond to treatment. Your physician will provide personalized recovery instructions and explain when you can expect to return to normal activities.
That depends on the procedure, your eyes, and your visual goals. Some procedures can reduce dependence on glasses, while others are primarily intended to treat an eye condition. Your physician can discuss your expected visual outcome during your consultation.
Coverage varies depending on your insurance plan, the procedure, and whether the treatment is considered medically necessary. Our team can help you understand your insurance information and encourage you to confirm coverage with your insurance provider.
Bring your identification, insurance information, current medication list, relevant medical records when applicable, and any questions you’d like to discuss with your physician.
Contact Center for Eye Surgery to speak with our team about scheduling. We’ll help you determine the appropriate next step based on your needs.
The decision regarding style and power of lens implant, as well as the expected visual outcome and need for glasses after surgery, should be discussed in depth with your surgeon and surgical coordinator prior to surgery. This choice is highly individualized and based largely on our patient’s lifestyle, visual goals, and ocular health.
We aim to get you in and out as quickly as possible, while not compromising quality care. Please allow for 2-3 hours total from arrival to departure. We do recommend not scheduling other appointments for the day of your surgery to help ensure a stress-free day.
Almost all of our procedures utilize monitored anesthesia care (MAC) to help relax you and make you comfortable for the procedure. This will not put you to sleep.
You may call your physician’s office with any questions before or after surgery.
We’re here to help.
Contact our team and let us know what you’d like to know. We’ll help you understand the next step in your eye care journey.
