LASIK corrects refractive errors, such as nearsightedness (seeing things better up close) or farsightedness (seeing things ...

Diabetic retinopathy laser surgery is an in-office treatment that involves making tiny burns in the eye with a beam of light. While it does not correct vision loss that has already occurred, it can ...

When filmmaker Dana Conroy's doctor suggested laser eye surgery, or LASIK, to correct her nearsightedness, it seemed like a good idea. With success rates touted near 99% and millions of people getting ...

Following laser surgery (photocoagulation) to repair a retinal tear, a person can expect a fairly brief recovery period with minimal discomfort. Temporary symptoms may include mild irritation and ...

Laser surgery involves the use of a laser (which stands for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation) for a range of medical and cosmetic procedures. A laser is a source of light which ...

“Dry eye treatment has become one of the most important steps in achieving higher-quality vision,” says Dr. Benjamin. “Tixel is so safe and effective that it’s really an easy button for treating dry ...

Eye can’t believe this surgery nightmare. A nearsighted bride walked down the aisle in sheer agony, feeling as though “shards of glass” were piercing her eyeballs, after she elected to undergo laser ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A surgery to help your eyes look more rested is now a popular trend. Dr. Jon Mendelsohn recently had his own eyelids lifted to reduce the hooded eye look. He had a colleague he had ...

Eye doctors are in a big fight at the New Hampshire State House over who can perform certain laser procedures to treat cataracts and glaucoma.