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Tuesday, March 31, 2009


Pasadena Laser Eye Surgeon Dr. James J. Kao Joins Eye Surgery USA!

Eye Surgery USA is proud to welcome renowned Pasadena Laser Eye Surgeon Dr. James J. Kao to the growing number of highly trained, experienced Laser Eye Surgeons featured on Eye Surgery USA.

Dr. James J. Kao has performed over 22,000 LASIK procedures over the many years he's been in private practice, which makes him one of the most experienced Laser Eye Surgeons available today. He's also certified on all five of the excimer lasers and all microkeratomes approved for use in the United States, which gives you more options for treatment. Furthermore, Dr. Kao was one of the first surgeons in California to be certified on the Intralase laser for blade-free LASIK.

Dr. Kao believes in the effectiveness of this procedure so much that he has himself been the recipient of LASIK treatment and he has performed LASIK on numerous family members and colleagues. You can be sure that Dr. Kao will deliver the very best results in a relaxed, safe office environment.

Dr. James J. Kao serves the Pasadena, Inland Empire, Newport Beach, Glendale, Ontario, Orange County and Palm Desert, CA areas, so you're always close to a LASIK Today office.

Click here for more information on the types of laser eye procedures Dr. Kao performs.

Then, contact Pasadena Laser Eye Surgeon Dr. James Koa directly to schedule a consultation to see if LASIK is right for you.

Labels: newport beach lasik, pasadena lasey eye surgeons, pasadena lasik

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Monday, March 30, 2009


Featured LASIK Surgeons on Eye Surgery USA

Not sure which Eye Surgeon to start with?

A good place to start is the Eye Surgery USA homepage.

There you'll find the Featured Surgeon section. All of our Eye Surgeons are certified, qualified and experienced Corrective Eye Surgeons and there's bound to be one in your area. Our Eye Surgeons are screened before they are able to join Eye Surgery USA for quality and excellence so you can be assured that you won't be disappointed with the service they provide. In fact, if you read the Eye Surgeon's testimonials, you'll know for sure that you're going to the right place.

Make Eye Surgery USA your stop for finding excellent Eye Surgeons, whether you need LASIK, PRK, Wavefront LASIK and Custom LASIK, Eye Surgery USA is here to point you in the right direction.

Labels: Find Lasik Surgeon, LASIK Laser Eye Surgeon Search

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Friday, March 27, 2009


Custom LASIK & Wavefront LASIK

What Is Custom LASIK or Wavefront LASIK?

Custom LASIK is another name for Wavefront LASIK or to be more accurate Wavefront Guided LASIK. Using a three dimensional image mapped out by a computer, by retrieving information on how your eye processes images to guide the laser it reshapes the cornea to correct your vision. Through this process a precise and individualized vision treatment plan is put together, which is not possible with traditional LASIK.

What Are The Benefits of Wavefront-Guided Custom LASIK?

Many of the reasons for people being apprehensive about LASIK are the post-LASIK complications that may occur, such as glare, halos and difficulty seeing at night. However, with cutting-edge Wavefront technology - not only does it reduce the possibility of the post-LASIK side effects and the potential to improve your vision based on the standard 20/20 chart, but has the potential to improve the fine details and better contrast.

To read more about Custom LASIK and Wavefront LASIK visit Eye Surgery USA today!

Thanks for visiting Eye Surgery USA!

Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, Wavefront LASIK

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Thursday, March 26, 2009


Vision Correction without a Blade?

You've heard about the revolutionary vision correction surgery that doesn't involve the use of a blade?

Blade-less LASIK

It's safe, convenient and very popular. The idea of a blade "cutting into" the eye has been a huge fear for many people who have considered LASIK and may have also been the reason for people to not go through with the procedure.

The truth is that, although LASIK is a procedure that uses a laser to correct vision, the procedure still requires a blade called a microkeratome to cut a hole in your cornea so the laser can pass through and make the correction. Think of it as a scalpel for the eye.

With IntraLase, there's no blade cutting the eye to make the corneal flap, instead just like a laser used to make corrections to the inner cornea, a laser is used to cut the flap on the outer cornea.

Read more about the specific details on how IntraLase works at Eye Surgery USA.

Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, IntraLase, no blade eye surgery

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Wednesday, March 25, 2009


How To Choose a LASIK Surgeon - Orange County LASIK Surgeon Dr. Mark Schneider

Important Guidelines When Doing Your Research

Orange County LASIK Surgeon Dr. Mark Schneider knows what a challenge it can be to find the right vision correction surgeon: qualifications, experience, specializations. There are many factors that go into finding just the right match for you.

That's why Dr. Schneider has created a list of important guidelines to assist you in your search. These guidelines are important because they come directly from a qualified, experienced LASIK surgeon and they give you the 'skinny' on what's really important when researching, interviewing and visiting a LASIK surgeon.

Here are some of Dr. Schneider's Guidelines:
  1. Get referrals from other patients, friends, and family.
  2. Beware of advertisements pushing "low cost" surgery. Discount surgery is just that. The quality of care and technology IS NOT the same. The potential savings are not worth the risk in receiving less than expert care.
  3. Don't be fooled by fancy advertisements about a particular laser center. Investigate the doctor, not the center. Find out who will actually do your procedure, then ask about that particular doctor's qualifications, (board certification, specialized training, etc.).
  4. How many actual LASIK procedures has the surgeon performed? Choose a doctor who has done at least 5,000 LASIK procedures.
More of Dr. Schneider's Guidelines can be found by visiting his Articles page.

Thanks for visiting Eye Surgery USA!

Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, california LASIK, dr. schneider, vision correction questions

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Tuesday, March 24, 2009


LASIK Videos Featured on Eye Surgery USA

For those who are skeptical of the LASIK process and who need more information, Eye Surgery USA has the answer: LASIK Videos. The videos featured represent many different corrective eye surgeons from all over the country, offering many kinds of corrective eye treatments. Use this feature to go into the operating room while a LASIK surgery is being performed. Hear first-hand from patients who've undergone the LASIK procedure and interviews with the doctors themselves on how this cutting-edge laser eye correction treatment is offering the gift of sight to those who thought they would never see again without glasses or contacts.

Some of these videos include video testimonials from celebrities like Cindy Crawford, Drew Carey and William Shatner.

To visit our LASIK video page, click here

To help you in your search for LASIK videos, you may want to try using our search feature, which is located at the top of the page. Simply enter a term into the search field and hit GO!

Thank you for visiting Eye Surgery USA!

Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, LASIK Videos

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Monday, March 23, 2009


Cataract Surgery Can Help You See Again!

Do you suffer from cataracts?

Feel like you're too young to have cataracts, but your doctor wants you to be tested?

Here is some helpful information on what cataracts are and the options available today for living cataract free:

  • A cataract is a clouding (usually gradual) of the eye's natural lens. Most adults over age 60 have symptoms of cataracts, but they can effect adults as young as 55 or younger.
  • A cataract can be the reason sharp images become blurred, or seeing things at night is more difficult. It may also be why the eyeglasses or contact lenses that used to help you read, or do other simple tasks, no longer seem to help.

More than a million cataract operations will be performed nationwide this year alone. What are the symptoms of a cataract? Because the cloudy lens allows less light to reach the retina, distance and/or reading vision is often fuzzy and indistinct through the affected eye.

Other key symptoms of cataracts:
  • Difficulty reading small print such as the newspaper
  • Difficulty driving, especially at night
  • Annoying glare from sunlight and or car headlights
  • Cloudy or hazy vision
  • Diminished color perception

If you'd like more information on catacts, such as corrective surgery options and how you can get diagnosed by a local Board Certified Corrective Eye Surgeon, Click Here.

Labels: Cataract Surgery, cataract symptoms, cataracts

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Friday, March 20, 2009


Guidelines for Quality Care and Treatment

The Key to Safe Surgery in Any Field of Medicine is an Informed Patient.

Take time to research the LASIK center you are considering for surgery. Dr. Robert K. Maloney offers the following guidelines to quality care and treatment:

  • Find a doctor by getting referrals from other doctors or from patients who have had laser vision correction.
  • Choose the doctor, not the laser center. Don't be fooled by fancy advertisements about a particular laser center. Find out who will actually do your procedure, then ask about that doctor's qualifications (e.g., board certification, special training).
  • Choose a doctor who has done at least 5,000 LASIK surgeries. What a doctor doesn't know can hurt you.
  • Ask for information on your doctor's complication rates, during surgery. If your doctor won't tell you, find another one. For top surgeons, the figure is under 3 in 1,000.
  • Ask what measures are taken to prevent infection. Look for a center with a sterile or dust-free operating room. Make sure that disposable parts are not reused. Insist that your eye be thoroughly sterilized. Also insist that the surgical instruments be sterilized before your surgery to eliminate the risk of transmission of HIV or hepatitis.
  • Beware of advertisements pushing "low cost" surgery. Discount surgery is as good as a discount parachute. The potential savings are not worth the risk of receiving less than expert care!
  • Expect to see very well after LASIK, but don't expect to see perfectly. Each patient gets a slightly different result. The best surgeon in the world can't guarantee 20/20 vision. As with any surgery, results are as individual as each patient. Beware of any doctor who promises 20/20 vision.
  • If you feel like you're getting a hard sell, you probably are. Go elsewhere. You're not buying a car - this is real surgery.
  • Choose a doctor who is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Fellows must pass a rigorous board certification exam and conform to a strict code of ethics.

While you investigate, don't lose sight of the benefits: for most people a lifetime of bad vision can be cured in 5 minutes.

LASIK surgery has improved the eyesight of millions of people around the world and chances are, it can help YOU!

Labels: American Academy of Ophthalmology, Blade-Less LASIK

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Thursday, March 19, 2009


Who can benefit from vision correction surgery?

People with most common vision disorders can be treated effectively by laser eye surgical procedures. Common disorders include myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), presbyopia (age-related trouble focusing) and astigmatism.

Am I a candidate for vision correction surgery?

Possibly. Most people who wear corrective glasses or contact lenses may be suitable candidates.
A thorough evaluation by a vision care expert is necessary to determine your suitability.

Careful assessment of your overall eye health by a licensed Laser Eye Surgeon must be performed before any decision can be made regarding your treatment.

These answers provided by Paul J. Dougherty, MD of Los Angeles, CA.
Click here to send an email to Paul J. Dougherty, MD to schedule a consultation to see if Vision Correction Surgery is right for you.

Labels: vision correction surgery

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Wednesday, March 18, 2009


Custom LASIK & Wavefront LASIK

What Is Custom LASIK or Wavefront LASIK?

Custom LASIK is another name for Wavefront LASIK or to be more accurate Wavefront Guided LASIK. Using a three dimensional image mapped out by a computer, by retrieving information on how your eye processes images to guide the laser it reshapes the cornea to correct your vision. Through this process a precise and individualized vision treatment plan is put together, which is not possible with traditional LASIK.

What Are The Benefits of Wavefront-Guided Custom LASIK?

Many of the reasons for people being apprehensive about LASIK are the post-LASIK complications that may occur, such as glare, halos and difficulty seeing at night. However, with cutting-edge Wavefront technology - not only does it reduce the possibility of the post-LASIK side effects and the potential to improve your vision based on the standard 20/20 chart, but has the potential to improve the fine details and better contrast.

To read more about Custom LASIK and Wavefront LASIK visit Eye Surgery USA today!

Labels: Custom LASIK, Wavefront LASIK

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Tuesday, March 17, 2009


Find Top LASIK Surgeons Near You

LASIK and Laser Eye Surgery has become a common and popular procedure. Great eyesight is available to almost everyone through the amazing LASIK technology.

However with so many different lasers, procedures and emerging options it could become very difficult to keep up with the right LASIK and Laser Eye Surgeon that's best for you.

This is where Eye Surgery USA comes in to help. Eye Surgery USA is your one stop and ultimate resource for the most qualified, experienced licensed laser eye surgeons in your area. Eye Surgery USA only lists Licensed Corrective Eye Surgeons. That means we bring only quality and top notch specialists that you, the patient, deserve.

And with our LASIK and Laser Eye Surgeon Locator it's easy to find a Screened Vision Correction Specialist near you. You can search by a surgeon's name, city, state or zip code. It's easy.

Search for a certified Eye Surgeon performing LASIK, LASEK, IntraLase, PRK and other Vision Correction Procedures at Eye Surgery USA today!

Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, Find Lasik Surgeon, LASIK Laser Eye Surgeon Search

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Monday, March 16, 2009


What Is LASIK Surgery?

Many people who are tired of wearing glasses or contact lenses seek the help of refractive surgeons. Refractive surgery improves vision by correcting refractive errors such as nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia) and astigmatism. A high percentage of patients enjoy 20/20 vision or better after their procedure.

Common refractive procedures include LASIK, PRK, LASEK, refractive lensectomy (clear lens replacement or CLR), INTACS, CK, AK and ICL.

LASIK stands for laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis. During the procedure, a thin flap is created on the cornea using a microkeratome or a femtosecond laser. This flap is then lifted, and an excimer laser reshapes corneal tissue to alter the way light enters the eye. The flap is then replaced. The entire procedure takes only 15-30 minutes per eye. Recovery time is also short, and improvement in vision can be seen within a day. Vision often continues to improve and stabilize for a few weeks.

Answer provided by William L. Gonzalez, M.D. of Bowie, MD
Click here to send an email to William L. Gonzalez, M.D.

Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, dr william gonzales, Maryland

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Friday, March 13, 2009


Information on Wavefront LASIK

Wavefront LASIK reshapes the cornea by using three-dimensional measurements of how your eye processes images to guide the laser. This provides a precise and individualized vision experience that would be otherwise impossible to achieve with traditional LASIK.

The advantage of Wavefront LASIK is that it offers a higher quality of vision and not just a measure of how much you can see. On top of being able to achieve 20/20 or better vision, there is a reduced chance of losing visual quality such as contrast sensitivity, vision at night and distorted vision effects such as halos and glares.

To learn more about Wavefront LASIK click here.

Thanks for visiting Eye Surgery USA!

Labels: Wavefront LASIK

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Thursday, March 12, 2009


Are Computer Screens Bad for My Eyes?

Can looking at computer screens damage my eyes?

No. While complaints of eye fatigue and discomfort are common among computer users, these symptoms are not caused by the computer screen itself. Computer screens give off little or no harmful radiation (such as x-rays or UV rays). All levels of radiation from computer screens are below levels that can cause eye damage such as cataracts.

Can looking at a computer screen cause eyestrain?

Fatigue, dry eyes, bad lighting, or how you sit in front of the computer can cause eyestrain. Symptoms of eyestrain include sore or irritated eyes and difficulty focusing. You may also have symptoms of eyestrain if you need glasses or a change in your glasses.

What can I do to prevent eyestrain?

You can help prevent eyestrain by making changes to your computer workspace and by visiting your eye doctor. Here are a few suggestions on how to make your workspace more comfortable:

  • Place your screen 20 to 26 inches away from your eyes and a little bit below eye level.

  • Use a document holder placed next to your computer screen. It should be close enough so you don't have to swing your head back and forth or constantly change your eye focus.

  • Change your lighting to lower glare and harsh reflections. Glare filters over your computer screen can also help.

  • Get a chair you can adjust.

  • Choose screens that can tilt and swivel. A keyboard that you can adjust is also helpful.
This article was provided by the Prevent Blindness America organization - a non-profit organization leading volunteer eye health and safety with the sole mission of preventing blindness and preserving sight.

Thank you for visiting Eye Surgery USA!

Labels: cataract symptoms, computer screen bad for eyes, prevent blindness america, prevent eyestrain

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Wednesday, March 11, 2009


Ask an Expert on Eye Surgery USA

Do you have questions that you'd like to ask a qualified, screened Vision Correction Specialist?

Maybe you have a question that you'd prefer to ask on the web than in person?

Or perhaps you have a question about LASIK, PRK or other Corrective Eye Surgery Procedure that you've never remembered to ask?

At Eye Surgery USA, you'll find screened, qualified and certified Vision Correction Specialists that are available to answer YOUR questions. In fact, the same specialists that are available to respond to your questions are those that are featured on the Eye Surgery USA website.

Once you've received an answer to your inquiry, find an Eye Correction surgeon in your area and schedule a confidential, personalized consultation.

Click here to Ask an Expert on Eye Surgery USA

Labels: ask an expert, Blade-Less LASIK, eye correction surgery, PRK, vision correction questions

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Tuesday, March 10, 2009


LASIK Videos

If you're searching for videos on LASIK, you've come to the right place. Eye Surgery USA has a full library of LASIK videos to choose from. Some of these videos include video testimonials from famous celebrities like Cindy Crawford, Drew Carey and William Shatner.

To visit our LASIK video page, click here

To help you in your search for LASIK videos, you may want to try using our search feature, which is located at the top of the page. Simply enter a term into the search field and hit GO!

Labels: LASIK Videos

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Monday, March 9, 2009


Find Certified Eye Surgeons on Eye Surgery USA

Not sure which Eye Surgeon to start with?

A good place to start might be the Eye Surgery USA homepage.

There you'll find the Featured Surgeon section. All of our Eye Surgeons are certified, qualified and experienced Corrective Eye Surgeons and one just might be in your area. Our Eye Surgeons are screened before they are able to join Eye Surgery USA for quality and excellence so you can be assured that you won't be disappointed with the service they provide. In fact, if you read the Eye Surgeon's testimonials, you'll know for sure that you're going to the right place.

Make Eye Surgery USA your stop for finding excellent Eye Surgeons, whether you need LASIK, PRK, Wavefront LASIK and Custom LASIK, Eye Surgery USA is here to point you in the right direction.

Labels: Find Lasik Surgeon, LASIK Laser Eye Surgeon Search

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Friday, March 6, 2009


Is there a Painful Truth to Eye Surgery?

Most people have a fear of any procedures in relation to the eye. So the idea of having surgery done on the eye, laser or not, can be quite frightening.

And the pain, oh the possible pain!

Well the good news is that, in most cases, with anesthetic eye drops, the procedure should be quite comfortable. Some patients, when they return home experience mild irritation, light sensitivity or watery eyes - similar to having your contacts in for too long, and in most cases, it can be managed with over the counter pain killers.

If you have more questions and are curious about eye surgery, or LASIK procedures, visit Eye Surgery USA today.

Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, laser eye surgery procedures

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Thursday, March 5, 2009


Fast Treatment, Faster Recovery

With your eyes under a laser and knife and being able to "see" the procedure happen, it can be quite frightening to think about how the procedure will pan out. Luckily, the actual laser treatment only takes about 15-40 seconds - depending on the degree of vision correction needed.

When the procedure is done, you'll most likely start to see improvement in about 3-5 days. In most cases people go back to work the day after the procedure.

If you want to know more about LASIK and other Laser Eye Surgery procedures, visit Eye Surgery USA today.

Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, laser eye surgery procedures

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Wednesday, March 4, 2009


So What Exactly is Laser Refractive Surgery?

You hear about LASIK, and IntraLase and all these other Laser Eye Procedures, but along with all the buzz words you might have heard the term refractive surgery now and then.

So What is Refractive Surgery?

Refractive Surgery is the general term to describe surgery that corrects vision, with the objective of reducing or eliminating the need for glasses and contacts. Procedures may include RK (Radial Keratotomy), PRK, LASIK, and corneal inlays.

So when discussing LASIK and other procedures, just know that you're talking about refractive surgery in general. To find out more information, visit Eye Surgery USA.

Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, corneal inlays, laser refractive surgery, PRK

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Tuesday, March 3, 2009


Advanced Surface Ablation

Advanced Surface Ablation is a relatively new laser vision procedure that has additional safety features over LASIK making it an ideal alternative for some patients. Instead of cutting a flap on the front of the cornea, the surface skin cells (epithelium) are loosened with a diluted alcohol solution and removed. The corneal surface is then treated with the laser and covered with a bandage contact lens.

ASA removes tissue within the cornea to treat low to high levels of nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism.

For more information on ASA, please visit Eye Surgery USA!

Labels: Advanced Surface Ablation, laser vision procedure

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Monday, March 2, 2009


95% Satisfaction Rate with LASIK

According to a global study conducted by the international body of scientific literature and reported by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) more than 95% of LASIK patients are satisfied with vision.

LASIK has been performed on over 16.3 million patients worldwide, backed up by more than a decade of clinical study and progressive technological advances, LASIK ranks among the most successful elective procedures today.

"We find that there is solid evidence in the world's scientific literature to affirm that there is an exceptionally high level of satisfaction in patients who have had LASIK surgery," said Richard Lindstrom, M.D., president of ASCRS.

Key findings from the study include:
  • 95.4% of LASIK patients worldwide report satisfaction with the outcome of their procedure.

  • Approximately the same percentage would recommend LASIK to a friend or would elect to undergo the procedure again.

  • More than 95.2% of LASIK patients in the U.S. are satisfied with the outcome of their procedure.

  • Outside the U.S., studies from France, India, Iran, Ireland, The Netherlands, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and The United Kingdom report very similar patient satisfaction rates of about 95.6%.

  • The total range of satisfaction rates in individual studies was from 87.2% to 100%.
Read more about the study here.

And remember, Eye Surgery USA is your source for finding LASIK and Laser Eye Surgeons for all your vision needs.

Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, Find Lasik Surgeon

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