Ask Your Surgeon

What questions should I ask the eye surgeon?

It is very important to adhere to your ophthalmologist's suggested follow up regimen and to keep all post-operative appointments.

Additionally, it is important to let your doctor know if you have any questions about your vision or your eyes. Only a doctor who has performed an examination of your eyes and has a complete medical history can accurately determine if your situation is within normal limits or requires care. The following list of questions that may assist in your conversation with your doctor.


• Are the symptoms I'm experiencing within the normal range for my post-operative period?
• If they are, when can I expect them to dissipate?
• Is there anything I can do in the interim to alleviate the effects of the symptoms?
• If they are not, what is causing the symptoms?
• What is the normal course of action in my case? What treatment options are available?
• How much experience do you have treating this condition?
• What improvement can I expect with this treatment?
• If an enhancement is necessary, when would that be scheduled?
• How will you determine if I am eligible for an enhancement?
• What are the risks associated with an enhancement procedure?
• Will you be able to lift the flap or will you need to make a new one?
• Will that make a difference in my post-operative expectations?