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If you are considering having LASIK surgery, the more information that you have at your disposal, the better informed you will be. This will allow you to make an educated decision as to whether you have chosen the right doctor.

Below you will find a list of questions that you can ask your doctor. If the doctor that you are considering  is happy to sit down with you and answer these questions, you can probably be comfortable that they are a reliable and professional surgeon with your best outcome as their number one priority.

• Does the quoted price include all post-operative care? Does he limit the length of time after the procedure that you can receive postoperative care? If you need corrective surgery, do you pay for it, or is it included in the original price?
• Are they using an FDA approved wavefront laser? Are they prepared to discuss the pros and cons of the technology that they use? Will they share statistics about the technology with you?
• Does the surgeon actively practice in your area, or does he visit on a regular basis to perform surgery?
• Can you get in touch with the doctor quickly in case of emergencies?
• Are they up-front with you about all the costs involved? We’re you offered financing?
• Are the clinic staff friendly? Did you feel welcome when you visitied the clinic? Did they provide you with enough information to make an informed decision?
• Will your doctor be available to you? Do you get to see the surgeon before the day of the appointment? Will he be involved in your postoperative care?
• Does the doctor stay abreast of the latest technology and techniques? Does he undertake regular training in new procedures and equipment?
• Experience: How long has the doctor been performing laser eye surgery? How many operations have they performed?
• Do you feel comfortable with the surgeon? Are they prepared to answer all your questions without using jargon or becoming frustrated with you?

If you are able to answer all of these questions to your satisfaction, you should feel comfortable with the surgeon you have chosen.

If you are seeking a LASIK surgeon in Winnipeg, Dr. James J. Wiens M.D., FRCSC., medical director of IMAGE PLUS Laser Eye Surgery Centre, would love to hear from you.