Laser cataract surgery - ReVision Advanced Laser Eye Center

LASER CATARACT SURGERY
Laser cataract surgery is now a reality, and now it is available at
ReVision LASIK and Cataract Surgery Center. James Schumer, M.D.
performed the first laser cataract surgery in Central Ohio in
March 2013 with the Victus femtosecond laser. Traditional
cataract surgery is considered to be one of the safest and most
successful procedures performed in medicine today. Now, a
technological breakthrough with bladeless laser cataract surgery
is available that has significantly improved the precision of several
of the most critical steps in cataract surgery. With laser cataract
surgery, the doctors at ReVision LASIK and Cataract Surgery Center
will customize your procedure to your eye’s unique characteristics,
resulting in more predictable outcomes while potentially making
cataract surgery even safer.
CURTIS
“From the moment I contacted
ReVision, you did an outstanding job of
understanding my concerns and explaining
my surgical options. Thanks to your
fantastic surgical skills, I was able to have
a successful laser cataract procedure with
a lens implant that provided me with vision
I never imagined possible. Please pass on
my appreciation of the support provided by
the whole team at ReVision. You should
be extremely proud of the way they help
those of us who are somewhat anxious
about cataract surgery to end up having
such an enjoyable experience.”
CATARACTS
Early Symptoms of Cataracts
Lens
Natural Clear Lens
Cataract
Natural Lens with Cataract
If your vision is getting cloudy, if you are losing your
color perception, if you are having trouble reading or
with your night vision, you may be experiencing the
early stages of developing cataracts. The natural lens
inside the eye is normally transparent in our youth. As
we age our clear lenses inevitably become cloudy. A
cataract is the clouding of this natural lens. Cataracts
are a normal part of the aging process.
There is no medical treatment to reverse or prevent
the development of cataracts. Once they form,
the only way to see clearly again is to have them
removed and replaced with an artificial lens or IOL.
In general, when you are bothered by your vision
during your daily activities, it is time to think about
cataract surgery. Cataracts will typically not damage
the eye while growing, so there is no need to rush
into the surgery. You can decide when the time is
right for you. Although it is surgery, the risks with
modern cataract surgery are very low. You should not
be anxious or afraid of the procedure. Laser cataract
surgery has improved the precision and our outcomes
as well. Exciting advances in lens optics now provide
our patients with a number of options as to how they
can choose to see after their cataract surgery.
JEFF
”I want to express my appreciation
for the high level of professional care
and expertise that I received prior to
undergoing laser cataract surgery. On
every visit to the clinic, the reception
staff was very welcoming and all of the
clinic staff that dealt with me were very
reassuring and efficient.
By the time of my post-operative checkup two weeks later my eyesight was
excellent and there were no issues. My
vision is extremely good and the outcome
surpassed my expectation. I appreciate
the level of improvement that was attained
through laser cataract surgery. All aspects
of my treatment were outstanding and
I sincerely thank you for the care and
attention that I received.”
IOL (Intra-Ocular Lenses) for
CATARACT or REFRACTIVE LENS EXCHANGE
IOLs are soft, foldable lenses that are inserted into the eye in order to replace the natural
lens that developed the cataract. These lenses are also viable options for some patients who
have not yet developed cataracts but want to reduce or eliminate their need for glasses with
a procedure known as Refractive Lens Exchange or RLE. Cataract surgery and Refractive
Lens Exchange are identical procedures. The only difference is that with RLE, the lens is still
mostly clear and is not covered by insurance.
Made of plastic or silicone materials, IOLs are available with optics that provide patients with
a wide range of visual clarity and focusing capability. Our goal is to give you the best overall
quality of post-operative vision with the lens that is best suited for your eye. Monofocal IOLs
provide a single zone of clear focus and are usually implanted to provide excellent distance
vision when patients do not have astigmatism. Astigmatism correcting monofocal IOL or laser
cataract surgery can be used for patients that do have astigmatism. Patients with monofocal
IOLs will typically require the use of bi-focals or reading glasses for near and distance vision.
There are also a number of Premium IOLs that can provide a more broad range of vision,
near, intermediate and distance with minimal, if any, need for glasses or contact lenses.
The decision as to what type of IOL you want is an important decision that will affect how
you see for the rest of your life. Therefore, it is important that you understand your surgical
options and testing that is necessary for us to help you achieve the visual outcome you
desire.
Monofocal with Astigmatism
Monofocal with
Astigmatism Corrected
Advanced IOL with Broad
Range of Vision
GLORIA
“Following my final check up with you
after having laser cataract surgery in
both eyes I am delighted with the result.
My distance vision is perfect and near
vision has been restored so that I do not
need reading glasses.
From the first consultation at ReVision
when you explained my condition and
the procedures and options available
to me in order to correct it, I found the
experience reassuring and everyone
at ReVision caring and professional. I
was particularly impressed by the time
and trouble you took to make sure
that the results were tailor-made to my
particular requirements.
Many thanks for your care
and professionalism!”
THE PROCEDURE
Bladeless laser cataract surgery is
performed in our in-office surgical suite and
only takes 15 to 20 minutes. In addition to
using the femtosecond laser to accomplish
many of the surgical steps that were
traditionally performed by hand, ReVision
LASIK and Cataract Surgery Center offers
the latest innovations in cataract surgery,
such as “drops only” anesthesia (no shots),
sutureless small-incisions through the clear
cornea and foldable intraocular lenses.
The precise, reproducible steps performed
by the laser mean more accurate lens
positioning, less trauma to the eye and
more predictable visual results which are
especially important with Premium IOLs.
Victus Femtosecond Laser
Bladeless laser cataract surgery uses
a stair-step incision created on the
edge of the cornea with the laser
instead of with a blade. The incision is
self-sealing and rarely needs suturing.
The laser then creates an opening,
“capsulorhexis”, in the thin capsular
membrane that surrounds the natural
lens to provide an opening to remove
the cataract. Studies have shown that
less than 10% of manual capsulorhexi,
which are made with a bent or shaped
needle, have been able to achieve the
same accuracy that is produced with
laser cataract surgery.
In order to remove the cataract, the
lens is softened and divided into
manageable sections. This critical
step can also be performed by a
femtosecond laser, which creates
less stress to the delicate fibers
surrounding the capsular membrane
that hold the lens in place.
Manual Blade Incision
Laser Incision
Manual Capsulorhexis
Laser Capsulorhexis
Manual Lens Division
Laser Lens Division
CORRECTING ASTIGMATISM
Astigmatism is present when the cornea, or outer window of the eye is more curved
in one direction than the other, like the back of a spoon or the shape of a football.
Astigmatism blurs your vision at all distances and is often present along with
nearsightedness or farsightedness.
If you choose to have laser cataract surgery over traditional basic cataract surgery, we
will use the laser or astigmatism correcting Toric IOLs to reduce or eliminate the blurring
caused by astigmatism. For patients with astigmatism who select a more advanced
IOL to see their best at all distances with little or no dependence on glasses, our laser
provides the most precise and predictable astigmatism treatment.
After Cataract Surgery without
Astigmatism Corrected
Astigmatism Corrected with a Blade
After Cataract Surgery with
Astigmatism Corrected
Astigmatism Corrected with Laser
OPTIMIZING IOL SELECTION
FOR EVERY PATIENT
Not everyone is a good candidate for the implant they desire or the one their friend or
family member recommended because no two eyes are alike. Advanced diagnostic
testing is required to determine how the unique anatomical characteristics of your eye
will interact with the specific optical technologies used in manufacturing each type of
IOL. This advanced diagnostic testing provides us with much more analytical data,
similar to the superior detail of an MRI versus an X-ray. Only you and the Doctors at
ReVision LASIK and Cataract Surgery Center can determine which IOL is best for you
and your lifestyle.
IOL Counselor 500
Pentacam
WHAT TO EXPECT
AFTER CATARACT SURGERY
Cataract surgery is a painless process. You will receive medication
prior to surgery to help you stay relaxed and calm and to keep your
eye numb. Your surgery will typically take 10-20 minutes to complete.
You will be released soon after the procedure to go home and relax.
You can use your eye immediately after surgery. Your vision will
improve significantly within the first day. Complete visual recovery
varies from patient to patient, but most patients return to their
regular activities within a day or two. If cataracts are
present in both eyes, the second procedure may be
scheduled within a week of the first eye. Serious
complications are extremely rare, but because it
is surgery, there are potential risks involved. Our
surgeons and counselors at ReVision LASIK and
Cataract Surgery Center will provide you with
additional information about the risks associated
with cataract surgery and answer any of the
questions you may have. We appreciate your
trust and confidence in choosing ReVision
LASIK and Cataract Surgery Center for
your cataract procedure.
DOROTHY
“When Dr. Schumer discovered that I had
cataracts, I immediately assumed I would
have to wait until they were as bad as
both my father’s and grandmother’s were.
It was a nice surprise to learn that I could
have cataract surgery now and that my
replacement lenses would accommodate
my sight defects.
I was extremely anxious before the
surgery but was treated with the utmost
respect and dignity by Dr. Schumer and
his staff, which helped immensely. He
explained in detail what was wrong, how it
would be corrected and what my eyesight
should be like post-surgery. He did such
a good job on my left eye; I was able to
have the second surgery on my right eye
only 14 days later.
At all times during consultation, surgery
and post-operative checks, everything
was explained fully and I felt very safe
in his hands. I have no hesitation in
recommending Dr. Schumer to anyone
who is considering eye surgery.”
“Providing quality vision care is a trusted
partnership. As a cornea specialist, I am
committed to the highest quality and safety
standards. I personally conduct monthly
educational seminars to help prospective
patients better understand their options and
what they should look for in a vision care team.”
D. James Schumer, M.D.
Founder and Medical Director
D. James Schumer, M.D., founder and medical director of ReVision LASIK
and Cataract Surgery Center, is one of the Midwest’s most experienced and
respected laser vision specialists. As a Board Certified Ophthalmologist and
cornea specialist, Dr. Schumer has been at the forefront of vision correction
for many years.
A recipient of a Doctor of Medicine degree from the Medical College of Ohio,
Dr. Schumer completed his residency at Detroit’s Henry Ford Hospital, before
receiving a fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at the University of
Kansas’ famed Hunkeler Eye Clinic.
Dr. Schumer has published numerous articles on surgical techniques and
has taught these techniques to surgeons in Canada, Mexico, South America
and China.
FPO
1080 Polaris Parkway
Columbus OH 43240
240 West Cook Road
Mansfield OH 44907
800-475-2113
www.ReVisionEyes.com
1080 Polaris Parkway
Columbus OH 43240
240 West Cook Road
Mansfield OH 44907
800-475-2113
www.ReVisionEyes.com
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