How to See Like a Hawk When You're Blind as a Bat : A Patients' Guide to Lasik Laser Vision Correction

by Ehrlich, Matthew

• ISBN13: 9780966927207
• ISBN10: 0966927206
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-10-01
• Publisher: Doctors Advice Pr

Summary

Have you ever dreamed of waking up and seeing the alarm clock without fumbling for your glasses? Can you picture yourself skiing, swimming, snorkeling, or playing golf without having to wear contacts?

Author Biography

Matthew Ehrlich, M.D. is a board certified ophthalmologist who specializes in laser vision correction. He served his residency in ophthalmology at Wills Eye Hospital, and a fellowship in corneal and refractive surgery at UCLA.

Table of Contents

Introduction: What is Laser Vision Correction?	p. viii
Are You a Candidate?	p. 1
Evaluation of the Potential Excimer Laser Patient	p. 19
The Laser Vision Correction Procedures--PRK and LASIK	p. 31
Is It Safe?	p. 59
Can I Throw Away My Glasses or Contact Lenses? Results of Laser Vision Correction	p. 81
What's in the Future? Should I Wait?	p. 93
Why Don't All Eye Doctors Recommend Laser Vision Correction?	p. 117
Why Does it Cost So Much? The Business Side of Laser Vision Correction	p. 123
Training, Fellowships, Experience: What's it All About?	p. 131
Glossary	p. 145
Index	p. 159
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