Diagnostic Eye Center

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Karla Mejia

Background: 24 years old, very high myopia (-9.5 range) Consultation: I didnt believe Lasik could fix my terrible myopia, but I still I booked a consultation because its FREE. The weekend before my consultation, I was pleasantly surprised by a package full of information about Lasik, alternative procedures, and Dr. Sanders qualifications. The informational package answered all of my questions about the procedure except for the big question thats addressed at the consultation: Can my terrible myopia be fixed? The actual consultation consisted of the usual tests that you undergo when you go to the optometrist except for that awful machine that shoots air to your eyes (thank goodness), and some other fancy tests to check the topography of your eyeballs, the thickness of your corneas, etc.. After reviewing all of the information from the tests, Dr. Sanders let me know that I was a candidate for Lasik so I booked the surgery for the following week. Procedure: You take valium half an hour before the procedure so that you dont freak out about lasers on your eyeballs (yay). Some more tests are done on your eyes right before the procedure to make sure youre still good to go and then they put a lot of numbing drops on your eyeballs so that you dont feel the lasers doing their thing. One cool thing is that there is a viewing area in the laser room so that the kind soul that volunteers to give you a ride to and from the surgery is allowed to watch the whole procedure. Right before the procedure, they offer you a soft blanket (its chilly in there) and something to hold (I think it was a teddy bear, but I didnt need it because the valium actually worked haha). Dr. Sanders talks you through the procedure so that there are no surprises. The thing that holds your eyelids open tickles, and you feel some pressure from the machine that makes the corneal flap, but there is NO PAIN during the procedure. The procedure only takes a couple of minutes and then you are done! After Procedure: Everything was hazy, but I could see WAY better as soon as I stood up from the operating table. I could actually make out the faces of the people around me and walk around without needing a lot of guidance. You are given prescription eye drops that help your corneas heal and some goggles to wear so that you dont rub your eyes and dislodge your corneal flaps. My eyes started burning and tearing on the way home, so I took another valium and went straight to bed. Four hours later, I woke up with almost perfect vision and zero discomfort. The next day, I went for a follow-up visit and learned that I now have 20/20 vision. It has been six days now and my vision has been getting less and less hazy every day, but I can see! Its like magic, and Im sure my friends are probably tired of me telling them about all the things that I can see now. My quality of life has improved a LOT. Thank you Dr. Sanders and Peter! Yall are awesome.

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Keith Tran

I had been thinking about LASIK for at least 15 years but have always been very skeptical about the successful rate, the technology and the risks so I never did it. 2 weeks ago, I met my cousin and he told me he did it at the Diagnostic Eye Center and he could see well and how easy the procedure was. He highly recommended me to do it. After some research, I found the technology has been improving so much in the last 15 years. There a pre-screening exam to make sure you are a good candidate for Lasik so to reduce the risks. With my wife pushing, I went ahead and pay Doctor Sanders at the Diagnostic Eye Center a visit. He and his staff are super nice. I have to be honest that Doctor Sanders is one of the friendliest doctors I have ever seen. He is very good too. He takes the time to answer my questions and gave me his honest evaluation of my situation and if I am a good candidate for Lasik or not. As he does the surgery for me, he did a running commentary so I know what is going on and what to expect in each step along the way. I appreciated that very much. Also before executing the Lasik, I meant turning the laser beam on to actually burn my tissues, there was a check between Peter (his staff member) and Doctor Sanders to make sure the data loaded in the Lasik machine is for me specifically and for my right or left eye. That cross-check between the 2 of them made me feel better since that process reduces mistakes. We are only human!!! And human makes mistakes!!! Having the process in place to double check each other is great. As a patient, I very much appreciate that process. That gives me piece of mind knowing that the Diagnostic Eye Center has measures to reduce human errors. Peter, who assisted me most of the visits have been very kind and very friendly as well. Every visit, the wait was not long at all. Over all, I am very pleased with the experience I have with the Diagnostic Eye Center. My vision is 20/15. This is first day with the new vision (Did it yesterday late afternoon). It is still a little blurry but Doctor Sanders said it would be clear by the end of the day. There are down sides too. I used to be able to see things about a foot away from my eyes. That is no longer the case. I need reading glasses. Doctor Sanders also gave me a complementary pair. That was kind of him. But not being able to see the key board or my cell phone...unless you either put them far away or put on reading glasses is rather annoying. I am not sure I will get used to with this or not but first day, it does bother me a lot. However, today, at noon time, I went outside for food. I kid you not, the world is so beautiful!!! So colorful!!! The skies, the trees, the people…I just simply very glad that I listened to my wife and did it. I highly recommend Doctor Sanders (and Peter) at the Diagnostic Eye Center. Check them out, you won’t regret!!! Keith

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Jessie L.

I went to three different places before coming to Diagnostic Eye Center. Not only did I feel more comfortable with them, they cut me an amazing deal ($1500 off!). I got LASIK done 48 hours ago and now I can see perfectly writing this review. To give you a bit of background, I am 25 years old with -7.25 prescription in both eyes that had a stable prescription for the past 5 years. I decided to do LASIK after having dry eye and was no longer able to wear contacts. With -7.25 prescription, you just cant get sexy glasses. I looked like a very nerdy asian girl. It wasnt just looks that bothered me. I couldnt properly run, workout, or bike. The glasses I had would slide down my face and I couldnt focus on the trails. SO ANNOYING! As I said earlier, I went to three different places before coming to Diagnostic Eye. I did quite a bit of research and asked around at work who got LASIK done. I wasnt sure if I wanted to do femtosecond (bladeless) or microkeratome (blade). I went to facilities that offered both and at one point I was so confused and hopeless in which one I would pick. I ended up picking the femtosecond because I already have dry eyes and I had read that there are lower complication rates with laser vs. blade. It really is a personal preference. The blade is obviously cheaper and it depends on the skill of the doctor. Make sure you meet the doctor who will do your procedure. You will feel more comfortable. The procedure. It hurts. There is no surgery that DOES NOT hurt while youre awake. Unless they give you a horse tranquilizer, there is pressure and there is a little pain afterwards like stinging but trust Dr. Sanders. He knows what he is doing and is a great doctor. He will tell you if you are a candidate or not. He also does other surgeries so he will not try and get you as one more customer. Trust me he is not begging for your business but he will do your surgery if you want. I recommend him to everyone. My mom, boyfriend, and friends are all now going to get the free consultation because I highly recommended him. Please at least try them if you are interested in LASIKS. GREAT GREAT GREAT place. Marcus is really nice too if you get him to walk you through the procedure and what not. Overall I am highly pleased with the price, service, and produce they gave me.