The Initial Consultation
The first step in having LASIK performed is scheduling an evaluation. This is also known as a consultation. During this appointment, your candidacy for laser eye surgery will be evaluated. Following a thorough discussion and eye exam, a determination will be made about whether laser eye surgery is appropriate for you. The best procedure for your needs can then be recommended, based on your eye exam results.
What Happens during the Consultation? When you go to the LASIK center for your first consultation, you should expect the following:
You will meet with your LASIK counselor and technician to discuss the procedure and answer any questions you may have. The LASIK technician will record and document your medical and eye care condition. The technician will also perform a refraction vision check and see how dry your eyes may be.
The technician then performs many digital diagnostic tests to check the shape and thickness of your cornea, which allows the surgeon to have as much predictive analysis as possible about your surgical outcome
Then you’ll meet with your LASIK surgeon. The doctor will review your tests, examine your eyes and review the results with you so that you and the surgeon can jointly decide how to achieve the best vision outcome.
Lastly, you will again talk with the surgical counselor who will explain the LASIK journey from beginning to end. Many patients choose their surgery date at this visit and schedule postop visits as well.
As you can see, the initial LASIK consultation can be extensive, but it allows our team to best access each patient and determine the best procedure for their individual needs.
Are you ready to learn more about LASIK, and find out whether you might be a good candidate for the procedure? Our wonderful staff at The Eye Care Institute, would love to help answer any questions you may have.
We’re delighted to offer free LASIK consultations to anyone who wishes to learn more.
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