Who is a candidate for laser refractive surgery? Persons 18 years of age or older for the treatment of mild nearsightedness 21 years of age or older for persons with high degrees of nearsightedness or astigmatism Persons with healthy eyes (free from eye disease) Persons with stable refractions (eyeglass or contact lens prescriptions not changing more than 0.50 diopter for the year prior to treatment) Persons with realistic expectations regarding what this technology can offer them Persons informed of the potential risks and benefits of laser vision correction as compared to other treatments Persons willing to sign an informed consent prior to the treatment Who is not a candidate for laser refractive surgery? Persons under 18 years of age Persons who have refractions which are continuing to change dramatically Persons with active collagen vascular, autoimmune or immune-deficiency diseases Women who are pregnant or nursing Persons with keratoconus Persons taking Accutane or Cordarone Persons with a history of Herpes Simplex or Herpes Zoster involving their eyes (not around their mouths or elsewhere on their bodies) Persons with unrealistic expectations Isn't it time that you found out if you are a candidate for laser vision correction? Call (212) 585-3161 today! [Print Version]