Choosing A LASIK Surgeon

What Do I Look For In A LASIK Surgeon?

It’s important to select the most experienced LASIK surgeon you can find, who uses the most up-to-date, advanced technology. The surgeons from Loden Vision have performed over 100,000 procedures, and they are all individually dedicated to providing their patients the safest and most advanced LASIK technology available today. As a result, the LASIK surgeons at Loden Vision Centers have helped 99% of patients achieve 20/20 vision or better after LASIK.¹ Additionally, as recognized leader in his field, Dr. Loden is the only surgeon in Tennessee certified by the Council for Refractive Surgery Quality Group.

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How to Evaluate Nashville LASIK Surgeons and Reviews

When looking for the best LASIK surgeon for your needs, compare qualifications, consultation quality, and follow-up care alongside patient reviews. Loden Vision Centers’ LASIK specialists include board-certified ophthalmologists James Loden, MD, Terrence Doherty, MD, and Katie Mills, MD. Their biographies describe their training and clinical experience.

Read Beyond the Star Rating

Check the date, location, and procedure described in each review. Look for recurring feedback about explanations, communication, scheduling, and postoperative care. A reviewer’s experience may help you form questions, but it does not predict your own surgical result. Read a range of feedback and use your consultation to discuss the details that matter to you.

Questions to Bring to Your Consultation

• Who will perform my surgery, and what training and experience do they have with the recommended procedure?
• Why is this procedure appropriate for my eyes, and what alternatives should I consider?
• What are my risks, likely recovery time, and follow-up arrangements?
• What is the total price, what is included, and what are the financing and enhancement terms?

Explore patient reviews and LASIK pricing information. The FDA’s guide to choosing a refractive surgeon is another resource for preparing your questions.