How should I find a qualified eye surgeon?
An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor trained in the medical and surgical care of the eye. Among ophthalmologists there is a wide range of skill and personality. Some patients would put up with poor bedside manner to have a technically skilled surgeon. Others prefer a doctor who is a good communicator or one who operates a well-organized clinic. The best way to find an excellent surgeon is to ask around your neighborhood. Talk to friends and neighbors about their experiences. Your local optometrist will also be familiar with the names of respected surgeons in your area. Picking a physician name from an insurance list or the yellow pages without knowing about the quality of their training and surgical skill is generally not a good idea. The growing number of surgeons associated with this website have been certified as top surgeons in their city – click here for our current list.
Your state medical board web site should be used to look up physician names to see if any reports have been made against them. Finally, the websites for the American Academy of Ophthalmology (www.AAO.org) or the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (www.ASCRS.org) provide lists of eye surgeons who are society members.
Summary
- Excellent outcomes in cataract surgery require a skilled surgeon
- Ask for a reference from people who live near you who have had good experiences
- Check the websites of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (www.AAO.org) or the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (www.ASCRS.org)
- Click here for certified surgeons trained in the newest lens implantation techniques
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