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Refractive Surgery and Dry Eyes
Saturday, November 01, 2008
Dr. Michael Rosenberg, one of our fine surgeons here at Northwestern LASIK Physicians, discusses the relationship between refractive surgery and symptoms of dry eyes: Many kinds of eye conditions give rise to irritative symptoms that patients describe as "dry eyes." True dry eye results from either an inadequate production of tears or an abnormal tear quality that prevents the tears from staying on the eyeball as long as they should. This is distinct from dryness resulting from eyelid inflammation, as well as from the symptoms most commonly found in recipients of LASIK surgery and PRK. Some physicians feel that PRK causes less dry eye symptoms than LASIK. For reasons we do not fully understand, the nerves in the cornea responsible for ...Total Comments (0)
Testimonial
Thursday, May 01, 2008
Another one of our patients had good things to say about her LASIK experience: "I am very happy with the results of my laser eye surgery. Dr.Feder and team were all wonderful from beginning to end." -Susan This just goes to show how much of an impact our philosophy of refractive surgery makes on our patients: a dedicated, professional staff supporting a world class surgeon through a rigorous post-operative routine. The results? Great vision and happy patients.Total Comments (0)
Recent LASIK Reports
Thursday, May 01, 2008
Lately, we've been getting a lot of questions about recent news reports highlighting bad results from LASIK and the risks associated with the surgery. We at the Northwestern LASIK Physicians want our patients to be as well informed as possible. It is true that LASIK carries risks, including severe dry eye, eye pain, and poor vision. While these risks should never be downplayed, studies sited in these recent reports suggest that only 5% of the more than 700,000 Americans who undergo the surgery every year are dissatisfied with their results, and that less than 1% of patients suffer serious complications. And while it is truly tragic when these complications arise, it is our feeling that we can minimize the risks through a number of method...Total Comments (0)
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Financing Options 0% LASIK Financing in Chicago,ILLINOIS
Northwestern LASIK Physicians understand that LASIK eye surgery can be cost prohibitive. Our Chicago LASIK eye surgery center goes way beyond what other centers do to help our patients overcome this affordability issue. We have a page on this website dedicated to discussing LASIK patient financing. You can even fill out an online application to qualify for LASIK financing. We offer 0% financing with approved credit, providing low fixed monthly payments. No down payment is necessary and there is no penalty for pre-payment
