Northwest Eye Laser & Surgery Institute (NELSI)

Portland, OR • LASIK Eye Surgery Center

Patient rating

Google reviews
4.9 462 reviews

Price transparency

How we score
4/5 out of 5

Contact Information

11786 SW Barnes Rd #270, Portland, OR 97225

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LASIK Price at Northwest Eye Laser & Surgery Institute (NELSI)

Premium Price
$2,880 per eye

or $120/month

92% above average in Portland

City Average: $1,500 Your Price: $2,880

Financing & Payment Options:

  • No Financing Available

Center Overview

Northwest Eye Laser & Surgery Institute (NELSI) is a LASIK and vision correction center located in Portland, OR. Led by Dr. Mehrdad Malihi with 9 years of experience .

Northwest Eye Laser & Surgery Institute has received overwhelmingly positive feedback for its knowledgeable staff and effective eye procedures, particularly the SMILE surgery. Patients appreciate the compassionate care, thorough explanations of treatment options, and the clinic's advanced technology, although some concerns were raised regarding insurance billing and staff communication in non-clinical roles.

9
Years Experience
2
Laser Types

Price transparency score

How we score
4/5

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Center Features

Free Consultation
Evening Hours
Weekend Hours
Online Booking
Wavefront Technology

Pricing Details

Price Per Eye
$2,880
Verified 4 times
Total Cost Breakdown
Both Eyes Package: $5,760
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Budget-Friendly Average Premium
Area Average
$2,500
15% above
Based on 0 centers in your area

Price History

Price & Promotion History

Nov 28, 2025
Latest check
$2,880 per eye
Jun 23, 2025
Previous check
$2,000 per eye
Dec 10, 2024
Previous check
Contact for pricing
Nov 30, 2024
Previous check
$1,500 - $2,499

What's Included

What's Included

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
ReLEx SMILE
Wavefront-Guided Technology
Additional Vision Services
Cataract Surgery
Glaucoma treatments
Vitreoretinal surgery
Treatment for retinal conditions

Surgeon Information

Surgeon Information
Dr. Mehrdad Malihi
ABO Certified
9 Years of Experience
Board Certified American Board of Ophthalmology

Patient Reviews

Patient Experience

Based on 20 reviews from Google

92.0%
Exceptional

Northwest Eye Laser & Surgery Institute has received overwhelmingly positive feedback for its knowledgeable staff and effective eye procedures, particularly the SMILE surgery. Patients appreciate the compassionate care, thorough explanations of treatment options, and the clinic's advanced technology, although some concerns were raised regarding insurance billing and staff communication in non-clinical roles.

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Key Strengths

Knowledgeable and caring staff
Efficient appointment scheduling
Advanced technology
Excellent patient outcomes
Compassionate follow-up care

Areas for Improvement

Communication issues with non-clinical staff
Insurance billing process challenges
Location difficulty

Common Procedures

SMILE
cataract surgery
YAG surgery
PRK

Detailed Impressions

Staff Experience

Doctors and staff are highly praised for their professionalism and compassion.

Facility

Facility is noted for its calm atmosphere and advanced treatment technologies.

Typical Outcomes

Patients commonly achieve significant vision improvement and express high satisfaction.