 Re: Dallas Texas
Howdy to everyone,
Thanks so much to the people that took the time to reply.
I had my second opinion yesterday, and quite to my surprise I got a much
different diagnosis than I had expected.
It turns out that I have a condition where the epithelial layer is loose.
This can cause problems with the healing of the flap and in worst case
conditions can cause the epithelial layer to detach and come off.
My left eye is affected to the point that any eye surgery requiring a flap
to be made is not recommended at all, my right eye is a marginal candidate
for an interlasik procedure.
If a surgical procedure to correct my vision is chosen over glasses, PRK is
the recommendation.
A positive side effect of PRK is that the procedure will also repair the
loose epithelial basement membrane.
Based on this new information I have some further thinking to do about the
whole situation.
I went from ideal, slam dunk candidate to; Lasik / Intralasik not
recommended.
The PRK costs a lot less than the Intralasik so I see no conflicts to
suggest that this diagnosis is anything less than accurate.
My experience with the Tylock Eye Care & Laser Center was outstanding.
The staff and doctors are very professional and friendly.
I was examined initially by Dr. Hayes and was very impressed with him. He
spent a lot of time with me going over the diagnosis he had made. He gave
complete answers to my questions and followed up with information I didn't
know to ask about. He had Dr. Tylock examine my eyes and consult with me
about treatment options too. Dr. Tylock was impressive as well. He too spent
a lot of time with me and we discussed my eyes extensively. He answers to my
questions were also complete and lead to further conversation.
These people have the best attitude, they spent as much time with me as I
required, my appointment ran much longer than expected due to the unexpected
diagnosis and me needing to talk to them, even though they were locking the
doors, never once did I feel like they rushed me. Everyone seemed genuinely
happy to be working there.
I am very conservative when it comes to doing something like this. I knew
going in that I would get at least two opinions. At this point I do not know
if I will elect to have surgery or not.
If my first diagnosis had indicated my personal issues that go beyond the
"normal" risks associated with the procedure, then I may not have sought a
second opinion.
While a medical diagnosis is really just an opinion based on observation of
a particular patient, I personally find it impossible to dismiss the less
than ideal opinion.
Even though the exam takes a lot of time, I would suggest that anyone
considering corrective eye surgery get at least two opinions. Especially if
the first opinion declares you as a slam dunk candidate.
Regards,
Charlie
"Charlie H." <dontsendspam2hinton@comcast.net> wrote in message
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>I am considering LASIK surgery.
> I have been evaluated at UT Southwestern Medical Center and I am scheduled
> for an eval at Tylock Eye Care & Laser Center.
> Are there any doctors / surgery centers in the DFW area to avoid ?
> Is there one that is clearly the best choice ?
>
> On another note, I am somewhat shocked by the prices.
> I have been getting quotes over the phone for the procedure that was
> recommended by UT Southwestern Medical center which is the Intra-Lasik
> procedure (custom is not required and is not recommended).
> Prices from several places are all in the ball park of $4000 to $4500.
> I can pay this much but I was expecting it to be in the 3k range instead
> of the 4k range.
>
> Regards,
> Charlie
>
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