Choose Experience for LASIK Surgery
For more than a decade, Geisinger’s fellowship-trained ophthalmologic surgeons have performed LASIK (Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis) surgery to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. Laser vision correction at Geisinger is a collaborative medical discipline that includes the LASIK surgeon and refractive surgical team.
Eye Surgery Services
Kendal Dobbins, MD, describes the LASIK and refractive surgery options available at Geisinger.
The more you know about LASIK surgery at Geisinger, the more comfortable you will be. Our LASIK specialists are:
- Fellowship-trained in refractive and corneal surgery, with special interests in small-incision cataract and corneal surgery
- Ophthalmologists who are board-certified by both the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- Highly experienced in using “Custom LASIK” technology, with three-dimensional mapping and treatment of each eye
- Highly experienced in using blade-free LASIK with flap creation, using the pioneering IntraLase® laser
- Collaborators with a certified technician and excimer laser engineer, who are on hand at all times during your procedure
Are you ready for LASIK?
- LASIK candidates should have healthy corneas with a stable prescription.
- You must be at least 18 years of age.
- If you have certain medical conditions, or you are pregnant or nursing, you may not be eligible.
- You can learn about our convenient financing by calling (570) 271-6531.
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For consultations and referrals, contact us at (570) 271-6531.
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