Not Just for the Nearsighted Any More, LASIK Eye Surgery Advances
Update on indications for farsightedness and astigmatism, advances in technology and risks.
Co-management of LASIK
Explanation of problems associated with surgical co-management and fee splitting in refractive surgery.
British National Health Service Won't Provide LASIK
Laser eye surgery should not be routinely given to short-sighted patients on the NHS, a watchdog has said.
Smartmoney.com: Consumer Action: Need Your Eyes Fixed?
Compares positive and negative aspects of surgery to several nonsurgical vision correction methods.
Ask Lasik Doctors
Includes a doctor directory, articles and a bulletin board for patients to ask questions and answers.
Clinica Reinoso - Eye Conditions and Procedures
Diagrams and animations about the procedure.
Eastbayexpress.com - A Pain in the Eye That's Forever: Lasik and its Failures
Long article examines the Lasik industry and shares several people's details of bad experiences with the surgery.
eMedicine - Future Advances in LASIK
Dr. Christopher Yo reviews the latest research on and future goals of laser vision correction. Includes pictures and videos.
FDA Approves Implanted Lens to Correct Nearsightedness
New implanted lenses are an alternative to laser procedures, especially for individuals with high degrees of nearsightedness.
FDA - LASIK Eye Surgery
Unbiased FAQ, checklists, and a glossary to help consumers learn about the procedure.
FTC Stops Allegedly Misleading Representations
Information about actions against two laser eye surgery chains for unsubstantiated advertising claims.
IntraLase
Details a method of using a laser rather than blades to create the corneal flap in LASIK.
LASIK Complications and the Internet: Is the Public Being Misled?
Study published by the Journal of Internet Medical Research concludes that websites need more balanced information on laser eye surgery complications.
Laser Surgery For Eyes
Searchable directory of refractive eye surgeons.
Lasik America
Guide to procedures, advantages, and potential complications.
Lasikconsumerreport.com
One practitioner's guide to evaluation and surgery, and how to select a surgeon.
LasikInfoCenter.net
Works to provide information to counter hype and misinformation about the surgery.
Discount LASIK Dangers
News story summarizing how discount LASIK laser eye surgery went awry for some Ohio residents.
nbc4.com - The Real Deal: Lasik
News station investigates a $299 per eye offer and learns there's a lot of fine print and an apparent effort to convince people to pay more than the advertised price.
Unhappy LASIK Patients Still Recommend It
Research shows that most patients who have undergone LASIK and are not satisfied with their vision afterwards would still recommend the procedure to a friend.
Temperature And Humidity Can Affect LASIK Surgery Results
These factors can increase the number of people who need follow-up procedures, report researchers from Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.
Medical Management Services Group
Provides information about this procedure, with links to individual practices.
SFGate.com - A Look At One Failed Surgery and How New Lasik Technology Might Fix Such Mistakes
A patient gets a LASIK surgery intended for another person. The story of a doctor's effort to undo the damage.
TheWGALChannel.com - Low-Cost LASIK Surgery
An investigation into Pennsylvania state regulations related to mobile surgery centers.
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