When it comes to your eyesight, it’s simply not enough to shop just by price or location. Choosing the right LASIK surgeon is a critical decision when considering permanent vision correction surgery.
With numerous providers to choose from, finding an experienced and reputable surgeon becomes essential. We’ll guide you through the process of selecting a LASIK surgeon, so you’ll have all the information you need to make an informed choice for your LASIK vision correction.
1. Get recommendations
Ask around to friends and family members who have gotten LASIK. People who care about you will be eager to point you in the right direction on providers to check out—and perhaps ones to avoid. You should quickly have a great starting list.
2. Check credentials
Look for a surgeon who is board-certified in ophthalmology and who regularly performs LASIK. The more surgeries they have performed, the better, so ask about their experience and success rates. Seek out a provider who has demonstrated proficiency and experience with 100 to 200 surgeries. Or, as with Lake Lazer Eye Center, you can find surgeons who have performed thousands of successful LASIK procedures.
3. See what their patients have to say
There is no substitute for firsthand experience when selecting a LASIK surgery provider. Look for patient testimonials that specifically address LASIK for each provider you are considering. Pay special attention to what patients say about matters that are important to you: That may be the cleanliness of the office or the ability of the surgeon and staff to answer questions to your satisfaction.
4. Schedule a consultation
A one-on-one LASIK consultation is a great opportunity to assess whether a practice and surgeon are a good fit for you. There are several things you can personally assess at your consultation:
- Compatibility. Bedside manner may seem inconsequential, but you and your LASIK provider need to be able to communicate clearly with each other. Your consultation will tell you a lot about how well your surgeon answers your questions and concerns. You also need to feel comfortable enough to tell your surgeon everything they need to know to provide you with the best possible care.
- Equipment. Your surgeon should be equipped with modern laser surgery technology. Some essential equipment includes a femtosecond laser for creating the corneal flap, an excimer laser for reshaping the cornea, and diagnostic tools such as corneal topography and wavefront technology to assess the eye’s unique characteristics. Consider a surgeon who offers the most advanced form of laser vision correction, the SMILE procedure, which may be another option for your vision correction treatment.
- Teamwork. Observe how the team communicates and works together and with you. You should feel comfortable that the surgeon and the office are well-organized, knowledgeable, and focused on your care.
- Care plan. Ask how the surgeon handles pre- and post-operative care. Look for a surgeon who is personally involved in your follow-up care.
- Financing. Ensure your LASIK provider can work with you on a payment plan or financing. Reputable, experienced providers understand that, while LASIK can save you money in the long term, many patients will need payment options for LASIK now. Be wary of a LASIK center that requires cash or whose price seems too good to be true.
Remember, while LASIK is an extremely safe and effective procedure, it’s important to connect with a LASIK surgeon who can provide you with the most accurate results for your unique vision needs.
Lake Lazer Eye Center offers Detroit LASIK patients up-front pricing, and convenient and affordable payment plans for SoftTouch LASIK and the SMILE procedure. Dr. Khambati has helped thousands of people from all over the world escape the restrictions of glasses and contacts through LASIK. Detroit patients who are not candidates for vision correction can get our assistance with a contact lens evaluation or a selection of designer and specialty eyewear.
