Vision Correction Provider Checklist

The decision to have Laser vision correction is an important one that you should make carefully, not quickly. Choose a practice that focuses on safety, diagnostic technology, and post-operative follow-up care. Obviously, the experience of the surgeon and staff is extremely important as well. You may wish to use this checklist to help make the decision that is best for you.

Is surgery done on-site where the surgeon controls every aspect of surgery, or in a Group surgery center?	Yes	No
Does the surgeon offer 100% blade-free LASIK using Intralase® and the latest FDA approved excimer lasers for your treatment such as the VISX Star S4 IR?	Yes	No
Does the center use wavefront analysis such as VISX CustomVue to take measurements of the eye pre-operatively and post-operatively?	Yes	No
Does the center have access to multiple lasers and non-laser technologies to allow the surgeon to choose the best treatment method for each patient?	Yes	No
Does the center measure the size of the patient's pupils using Colvard pupillometry in order to ensure the appropriate treatment zone is used to avoid post-operative side effects?	Yes	No
Does the practice test for dry eye before the procedure?	Yes	No
Does the surgeon use powderless gloves? (Many doctors do not wear gloves to save money).	Yes	No
Does the center sterilize all the instruments for each eye and use a separate blade (in traditional LASIK) for each eye? (Another cost savings step that is not as safe.)	Yes	No
Does the center take the time to explain complex issues such as monovision and presbyopia and how they will affect your vision after age 40?	Yes	No

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