5 Reasons to Have LASIK as a College Student
With multiple colleges and universities that call our city home, back-to-college time is an exciting one in Charleston, SC. From the freshmen diving into campus life for the first time, to the seniors planning for what comes next, there’s no doubt that there’s a lot to enjoy during your college years. One way to make […]
Charleston, SC: Your Destination for LASIK and More
As one of the top LASIK surgeons in the country, Dr. Solomon frequently sees patients who have traveled long distances to visit him in Charleston, SC. It’s no surprise that the summer months are a popular time for travel, including travel for vision correction. In fact, in the span of just two weeks this summer, […]
Your Eyes and Summer
It’s summertime, and with summer comes many great warm weather activities and adventures. With so much to see and do and so much daylight to do it in, summer puts very specific demands on your vision. In order to enjoy your favorite outdoor activities during the summer months while still protecting your eyes, here […]
Before and After LASIK with an Air Force Pilot
Clear vision is important to all of us, for all sorts of different reasons. But for Isaac D., an Air Force pilot, the ability to see clearly is absolutely essential. As he told us before his LASIK procedure, “My eyes are kind of my livelihood right now.” LASIK has been approved for United States […]
Thinking About LASIK? Let’s Talk About Your Health
You’ve made the decision to consider LASIK eye surgery. You’ve done your homework and scheduled your consultation. During this comprehensive consultation, we will ask you questions about your personal health history and carefully evaluate your eyes and vision to make sure they are suitable for vision correction with LASIK. We can’t stress enough the importance […]
What You Need To Know About PROWL
This post originally appeared on the ARSC Insight Blog. Two new PROWL studies published online in the JAMA Ophthalmology shed new and important light on patient experiences after LASIK surgery. What is PROWL? The goal of the FDA’s PROWL (Patient Reported Outcomes with LASIK) studies was to validate a new questionnaire that gives patients an […]
What Are Your Eyes Worth?
The true price of LASIK can get confusing with so many mixed messages. Dr. Solomon and his team want to clear things up to help patients interested inLASIK know what to look for!
How to Find A GOOD LASIK Surgeon: The Consultation
If you have followed steps 1 through 4 of our blog posts to narrow your selection, your list no doubt includes the “cream of the crop” in LASIK surgery. We’re pretty confident that Dr. Solomon is somewhere on that list…in fact, he may even be at the top! If you haven’t made your decision yet, […]
How to Find a GOOD LASIK Surgeon: Ask About Experience
After narrowing your search by gathering recommendations from family, friends, and eye care professionals, you are ready for the next step. Step 3: Ask about EXPERIENCE. As the old saying goes, “practice makes perfect.” Well, not “perfect” perhaps, but a LASIK surgeon who has had more opportunity to perfect his or her technique is likely […]
How to Find a GOOD LASIK Surgeon: Step 2
As we mentioned before, you should have the best LASIK surgeon you can find. The trick is in recognizing that doctor when you find him (or her). Step 2: Talk to eye care professionals to get their take on the LASIK surgeons in your area. While you are at it, ask for the name […]