Considering LASIK? Ask your surgeon these questions...

The decision to have laser or surgical 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. Obviously, the experience of the surgeon is extremely important as well. We hope you will choose Durrie Vision as your provider, but if you're shopping around, use this checklist to compare.

Questions to ask before choosing a laser or surgical vision correction provider.	Durrie Vision	Other
Do you use the Intralase laser to create the cornal flap? Studies prove this method is more precise and yields better results than the traditional flap-making procedures	Yes
Do you perform at least 100 cases per month? How many total? There is no substitute for experience when trusting a surgeon with your vision. The surgeons at Durrie Vision have performed more than 40,000 procedures.	Yes
Are you certified by the Council for Refractive Surgery Quality Assurance? This organization protects you by providing a process through which doctors must prove their competence and qualifications.	Yes
Are you involved with clinical trials and research for the testing of vision correction techniques and equipment? Without this involvement, a surgeon cannot tell you if you are better off waiting because a better solution to your specific vision needs is on the horizon.	Yes
Do you use a customized laser system? Customized laser systems, like those developed by Alcon, have proven to be successful at treating vision defects beyond just nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism.	Yes
Do you invest in the very latest technology available? Recent advances in laser and wavefront testing technology have proven to provide better, safer results than previous technology.	Yes
Do you provide solutions for near vision, distance vision and astigmatism? With the right technology and skill, vision correction specialists can correct nearly any vision problem.	Yes
Do you perform advanced vision exams that include: dry eye analysis, wavefront vision testing, pupil size measurement and topographic corneal mapping? This thorough exam is critical. It will determine if you are a good candidate and which procedure or technology is best for your individual situation.	Yes
Are your surgeons involved from pre-op to post-op follow-up care? It is important for the surgeon to be involved before, during and after a procedure	Yes
Do you provide comprehensive and on-going vision care? Your vision correction specialists should be committed and equipped to take care of all your eye care needs throughout your lifetime.	Yes

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