Milauskas Eye Institute - Palm Desert

Palm Desert, California • LASIK Eye Surgery Center

Patient rating

Google reviews
4.8 899 reviews

Price transparency

How we score
4/5 out of 5

Contact Information

41990 Cook St, Bldg. E #502, Palm Desert, California, 92211

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LASIK Price at Milauskas Eye Institute - Palm Desert

Budget-Friendly Price
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Financing & Payment Options:

  • Financing Available
  • FSA Accepted
  • HSA Accepted

Center Overview

Milauskas Eye Institute - Palm Desert is a LASIK and vision correction center located in Palm Desert, California. Led by Dr. Bart P. Ketover, M.D. with 49 years of experience .

Milauskas Eye Institute receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its doctors' expertise and the friendliness of its staff. However, significant concerns exist regarding long wait times, online appointment system issues, and cleanliness of the facility. While many patients praise specific doctors for their thoroughness and attentiveness, negative experiences highlight the need for improved operational efficiency and facility maintenance.

49
Years Experience
2
Laser Types

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How we score
4/5

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Center Features

Free Consultation
Online Booking
Wavefront Technology

Pricing Details

Price Per Eye
$1,700
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Budget-Friendly Average Premium
Area Average
$2,500
32% below
Based on 0 centers in your area
$142/month
With 24-month financing through CareCredit
FSA/HSA funds can also be used for this procedure

Price History

Price & Promotion History

Nov 12, 2025
Latest check
Contact for pricing
Nov 30, 2024
Previous check
$1,700 per eye

What's Included

What's Included

Financing Options

Financing partners:

  • CareCredit
FSA Accepted HSA Accepted

Guarantee Information

Lifetime Guarantee
Not Available

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What This Means

Additional procedures or adjustments after your initial surgery may incur extra costs. We recommend discussing coverage options during your consultation.

Technology & Services

LASIK Technologies
LASIK
PRK
Wavefront-Guided Technology
Additional Vision Services
Cataract Surgery
Glaucoma care
Retina care
General Eye Care
Dry Eye Syndrome treatment
Optical services
Clinical Trials

Surgeon Information

Surgeon Information
Dr. Bart P. Ketover, M.D.
ABO Certified
49 Years of Experience
Board Certified American Board of Ophthalmology

Patient Reviews

Patient Experience

Based on 20 reviews from Google

65.0%
Very Good

Milauskas Eye Institute receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its doctors' expertise and the friendliness of its staff. However, significant concerns exist regarding long wait times, online appointment system issues, and cleanliness of the facility. While many patients praise specific doctors for their thoroughness and attentiveness, negative experiences highlight the need for improved operational efficiency and facility maintenance.

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Key Strengths

Professional and courteous staff
Knowledgeable and thorough doctors
Positive patient experience with specific doctors (e.g., Dr. Donovan, Dr. Marty)

Areas for Improvement

Long wait times
Issues with online appointment system
Facility cleanliness and maintenance

Common Procedures

Eye exams
Cataract surgery

Detailed Impressions

Staff Experience

Mixed; many praise the staff's friendliness and professionalism, but some report rudeness and inefficiency from certain staff members.

Facility

Mixed; while some describe the office as lovely and relaxing, others report uncleanliness and issues with the waiting area.

Typical Outcomes

Positive surgical outcomes are reported, with patients expressing satisfaction with improved vision. However, there are also reports of lost eyeglasses and negative experiences with the appointment scheduling process.