Laser vision correction

Refractive surgery procedures have been performed since the early 1970's and improve vision for people with nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia) and astigmatism. Laser assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK), the most popular refractive surgery technique, is excellent for reshaping the surface of the cornea to improve vision. Other techniques like PRK or LASEK may also be used, depending on the patients needs and specific vision problems.

New advances in state of the art Laser Vision correction are making these procedures safer and more effective than ever before thought possible.

To learn more about these exciting procedures read the information below and review the refractive surgery selections in the Eye Care Topics page listed on the left.

Bruce Kirschner, M.D.
Corneal Sub-Specialist, Refractive Surgeon.

Dr. Kirschner is a board-certified eye surgeon with fellowship training and specialization in corneal and refractive/laser eye surgery. He regularly trains other ophthalmologists on current techniques in his field.

Procedure Description:

A 15 minute procedure designed to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses

What To Expect

Pre-operative sedatives and topical anesthetic eyedrops allow this short procedure to be virtually painless

Preprocedure:

Usually, only one pre-procedural appointment is necessary to determine if laser vision correction is appropriate for the patient

Postprocedure:

Follow-up visits are typically the next day, one week, one month and three months post-op. One can usually return to work the next day following lasik.