Dr. Hummel - Vision Blog

You’ve decided to free yourself from glasses and contacts forever. Choosing laser eye surgery is a life-altering decision and finding the right doctor is the most important part of the process. So how do you find the right one?

Friends, Family, Former Patients
Talking to people you trust who have had the procedure is the best place to start.

• Consult family, friends, co-workers who’ve recently had an eye surgery procedure
• Ask the doctor for testimonials from previous patients.

Ask Questions
Set up appointments with different doctors and interview them about their experience, credentials and attitude about patient care. Don’t be afraid to ask a lot of questions:

• Is laser vision correction a major part of his/her practice?
• Does the doctor participate in all processes of the procedure including preoperative and postoperative exams?
• Will he/she explain all advantages as well as the risks of the various laser eye surgery options?
• Does he/she listen well and respond patiently and in detail your questions and concerns?

Custom LASIK Surgeon
Custom LASIK surgery is more complicated than traditional LASIK and requires specialized training. Learn more about the following procedures and ask your doctor about his/her experience in them:

• LADARVision® CustomCornea®
• VISX® CustomVue™ and WavePrint™ System
• Bausch & Lomb Technolas® Zyoptix™ System
• Wavelight Allegretto Wave™ System

Other Considerations
Discounted prices, aggressive advertising, and geographic convenience may not be the best reasons to choose a doctor. Remember there are risks involved, so take your time to make the right decision choosing the best doctor and best procedure for you.

Please visit our website and learn more about the experienced laser eye surgery specialists at Hummel Eye Associates in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. We’ll help you find the best option for your vision needs. An Oklahoma City eye surgeon is just a phone call away.