Has the surgeon performed at least 3,000 LASIK procedures and does he/she maintain a database of results? Three thousand cases is a large enough number so that the surgeon will have the database that will yield statistically significant results. The surgeon should be able to provide you with an accurate assessment of what your vision [...]
Choosing A LASIK Surgeon:Questions to Ask Part 2
March 31st, 2010Choosing A LASIK Surgeon:Questions to Ask PART ONE
March 22nd, 2010Laser vision correction, specifically LASIK, is currently one of the most commonly performed procedures in the United States. Over 1.3 million procedures are performed annually. Patients who are nearsighted, farsighted or astigmatic are reducing or eliminating their dependence on glasses or contact lenses. Although the visual results are impressive, it is important to remember that [...]
Dry Eye and Lasik: Management
March 1st, 2010Dry eye is very common and has multiple causes. There is no cure for dry eye but it can be managed so the patient is comfortable and does not have fluctuating vision. Management of dry eye must be achieved before LASIK or cataract surgery is performed. All forms of corneal refractive surgery (LASIK, PRK) and [...]
Dry Eye And LASIK:Causes
February 23rd, 2010Dry eye is very common. The overwheming majority of patients that come for a LASIK consultation have dry eye. This must be addressed before surgery to optimize the visual result and provide the greatest comfort after surgery. The leading cause of dry eye in young people is long-term contact lens wear. Contact lenses desensitize the [...]
Welcome to Dr. Kornmehl’s Blog
October 6th, 2009Ernest W. Kornmehl, MD, FACS is an internationally recognized surgeon specializing in vision correction surgery, including LASIK, Cataract Surgery, Dry Eye Treatment, Contact Lenses, Eye Exams and external Disease. For more detailed information about the services offered please visit www.VisionBoston.com or call 877-870-2010.