How to Choose a LASIK Surgeon (Credentials, Volume, Tech)

Picking the right surgeon is the most important decision you’ll make. Use a structured approach.

Credentials and experience

• Board certification (ophthalmology) and fellowship training where applicable
• Recent case volume for your prescription range
• Transparent outcomes and enhancement policies

Technology matters—context matters more

• Femtosecond flap creation, modern excimer platforms, and guided treatments are standard in many practices.
• Ask how the clinic chooses optical zones and guidance (wavefront/topography) for your eyes.

Aftercare access

• Who sees you day‑after and at each follow‑up?
• How are urgent issues handled after hours?
• What is included in the price—and for how long?

Red flags

• One‑size‑fits‑all recommendations without discussing alternatives
• Aggressive sales pressure or vague answers on policies
• Pricing that omits follow‑ups or makes enhancements confusing

Interview guide

• Why is your recommended procedure best for my maps and thickness?
• What enhancement rate do you see in patients like me?
• How do you approach dry eye before and after surgery?

Bottom line: Choose a surgeon who explains their reasoning, shows consistent outcomes, and provides accessible aftercare.