Laser Vision Institute

Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   Has anybody had the laser eye surgery done at LASIK Vision Institute in Rancho Cordova?
   I went for a consultation a few weeks ago and the office seemed very clean and everyone was very nice and very thorough with the explanations and so i have an appt for Thursday and im very nervous, has anyone gone here before? i read somethings about scams and bad service but those were mostly in Florida and some other states but i couldn't find anyone who had it done i this specific location. or any info or experiences about this specific clinic? Please! i am scared now...

   • ANSWER:
     If you are scared, cancel the appointment until you can get more information. Although the Rancho Cordova Lasik Vision Institute does have a website, I could find no independent patient reviews. This is both good and bad. People who have had unpleasant experiences or bad surgical outcomes are more likely to post complaints than those that don't, but not finding any reviews does concern me. If you know the name of your Lasik Surgeon, you can try googling "his/her name MD and Rancho Cordova" and see the individual surgeon has any patient reviews.

     Were your eyes examined by your Lasik surgeon and were you assured you that you are a good candidate for this procedure?
     Has the Institute discussed all the risks and side effects that could result from this procedure?
     Has the procedure and post surgical care been fully explained to you?

     If any of the above were not covered during your consultation, I would be leary of going through with the surgery.

     You cannot have this surgery until your vision has stabilized and it is safest if has been stabilized for two years. Vision usually stabilizes in your early to mid twenties. Having the surgery before total vision stabilization will result in your having undergo the surgery again at a later time.

     Most people having Lasik surgery have satisfactory to excellent results, but the less than 5% that don't can suffer irreversible vision problems including severe vision loss. I hope you have thoroughly researched the Vision Corrective Laser Procedure that the clinic will preform on your eyes and checked out the Lasik surgeon.

2. QUESTION:
   Has anybody had the laser eye surgery done at LASIK Vision Institute in Houston, TX?
   If so, how was your experience.

   I went to an appointment with them yesterday and they seemed to be great, but the thing that amused me was the price because it was so cheap. I know that the prices have dropped but I've been shopping around and they are between 00 and 00 for both eyes, and they only charged me ,700 with a lifetime insurance for BOTH eyes, which is GREAT and I'm really excited about it, but know I'm wondering if they are good enough. I have a friend who lives in Dallas and she had in done 2 months ago, she paid ,500. So, does anybody know if they are reliable and if LASIK Vision Institute is a safe place for that kind of surgery??

   • ANSWER:
     I live in Alabama. I paid 00 for both eyes. It all really just depends on your eye sight before. If they are a trusted and very well known place, then have it done!! I dont regret it at all. Be aware though, your eyes will be extremely dry for a while.

3. QUESTION:
   Lasik Vision Institute Atlanta, GA?
   Has anyone had laser vision correction surgery at the Lasik Vision Institute in Atlanta, GA?? I recently went for a free consultation and the staff was very knowledgeable the office had several people waiting. I also went to the Wooflson Institute last week and was not impressed by the staff or pricing. Any suggestions or past experiences would be great! Thanks!

   • ANSWER:
     You'll want to ask the doctor (or their staff) how long the doctor has been in that line of work. More experience is a good thing when messing with the eyes. Discount places aren't always the best. I got mine at k and my friend got hers at .6k. She was blind for 2 days, and I woke up an hour after my procedure totally comfortable and with no issues with halo or anything.

     A lot of doctors can also provide you with their patient satisfaction rating, so you'll want to ask for that. You'll know if they don't track it that they're bogus.

4. QUESTION:
   I'm looking for an eye institute where Dr's donate there time for laser surgery in Michigan?
   My dear friend is no longer able to work because of major health issues. She has been a solid member of the American work force for over 35 years. Her medical problems have become so advanced that she has been forced to (what she hopes to be)a time out.Let me come right to the issue,she had cataracts on both her eyes.She had health insurance through her employer that covered this surgery. At that time only one eye was advanced enough to be covered. Now the other eye has become compleatly shrouded by the cataract and with no health insurance shes having to deal with new complications as a direct result of the impaired vision,head aches,nausea on the physical level,with this an on going 24/7 ordeal I see it taking a mental toll also.She needs your help in finding an eye institute at which Dr's donate their time for people in need who just can't afford this surgery. I want my friend to see again. So I humbly ask for your help. Thank you.

   • ANSWER:
     Try the Lions Club in your area or The Department of the Blind. The Knight's Templar also will help sometimes. Also, the Workforce Development Force will sometimes help so the person can become employable again. Many of the universities will help also.

     I hope this helps.

5. QUESTION:
   wave 99 trivia question - Nothing works - what is the answer?
   At Mann Eye Institute & Laser Center, we know you have many questions about LASIK and other vision services. Our doctors and staff are here to answer all of your questions and concerns in detail. We feel that a well-informed patient is ultimately better equipped to make smart decisions about his or her vision.

   For 2,500 points: What is the only system that allows the doctor to track eye movement in all three dimensions? Click the link below to find the answer.
   VISX laser didn't work
   WaveScan and Orbscan systems didn't work

   • ANSWER:
     WaveScan and Orbscan systems allows the doctor to track eye movement in all three dimensions!!!

6. QUESTION:
   how many of these could you use & any additions?

   1. I can see your point, but I still think you're full of s ** t.

   2. I don't know what your problem is, but I'll bet it's hard to pronounce.

   3. How about never? Is never good for you?

   4. I see you've set aside this special time to humiliate yourself in public.

   5. I'm really easy to get along with - once you people learn to see it my way.

   6. Who lit the fuse on your lone brain cell?

   7. I'm out of my mind, but feel free to leave a message.

   8. I don't work here. I'm a consultant.

   9. It sounds like English, but I can't understand a word you're saying.

   10. Ahhhh. I see the f ***-up fairy has visited us again.

   11. I like you. You remind me of myself when I was young and stupid.

   12. You are validating my inherent mistrust of strangers.

   13. I have plenty of talent and vision; I just don't give a sh*t.

   14. I'm already visualizing the duct tape over your mouth.

   15. I will always cherish the initial misconceptions I had about you.

   16. Thank you. We're all refreshed and challenged by your unique point of view.

   17. The fact that no one understands you doesn't mean you're an artist.

   18. Any resemblance between your reality and mine are purely coincidental.

   19. What am I? Flypaper for freaks?!

   20. I'm not being rude. You're just insignificant.

   21. It's a thankless job, but I've got a lot of Karma to burn off.

   22. Yes, I am an agent of Satan, but my duties are largely ceremonial

   23. And your cry-baby whiny-assed opinion would be?

   24. Do I look like a people person to you?

   25. This isn't an office. It's Hell with fluorescent lighting.

   26. I started out with nothing and I still have most of it left.

   27. Sarcasm is just one more service we offer.

   28. If I throw a stick, will you leave?

   29. Errors have been made. Others will be blamed.

   30. Whatever kind of look you were aiming for, you missed.

   31. Oh I get it. Like humour, but different.........

   32. An office is just a mental institute without the padded walls.

   33. Can I swap this job for what's behind door .........1?

   34. Too many freaks, not enough circuses.

   35. Nice perfume (or aftershave). Must you marinate in it?

   36. Chaos, panic, and disorder. My work here is done.

   37. How do I set a laser printer to stun?

   38. I thought I wanted a career; it turns out I just needed the money

   39. I'll try being nicer if you'll try being more intelligent.

   40. Wait a minute - I'm trying to imagine you with a personality.

   41. Aren't you a black hole of need.

   42. I'd like to help you out, which way did you come in?

   43. Did you eat an extra bowl of stupid this morning?

   44. Why don't you slip into something more comfortable? Like a coma.

   45. If you have something to say raise your hand.........then place it over your mouth.

   46. I'm too busy, can I ignore you some other time?

   47. Don't let your mind wander, its too small to be let out on its own.

   48. Have a nice day, somewhere else.

   49. You're not yourself today , I noticed the improvement straight away.

   50. You are as pretty as a picture, I'd really like to hang you.

   51. Don't believe everything you think.

   52. Do you hear that? That's the sound of no-one caring.
   This is a repost but in my defence there was a boring crowd on earlier

   • ANSWER:
     i personally dont use any of these but my friend uses all of them all of the time another one he uses is ''there's no 'I' in shut your face''

7. QUESTION:
   office banter, have you used any of these?
   52 things you would love to say out loud at work

   1. I can see your point, but I still think you're full of s ** t.

   2. I don't know what your problem is, but I'll bet it's hard to pronounce.

   3. How about never? Is never good for you?

   4. I see you've set aside this special time to humiliate yourself in public.

   5. I'm really easy to get along with - once you people learn to see it my way.

   6. Who lit the fuse on your lone brain cell?

   7. I'm out of my mind, but feel free to leave a message.

   8. I don't work here. I'm a consultant.

   9. It sounds like English, but I can't understand a word you're saying.

   10. Ahhhh. I see the f ***-up fairy has visited us again.

   11. I like you. You remind me of myself when I was young and stupid.

   12. You are validating my inherent mistrust of strangers.

   13. I have plenty of talent and vision; I just don't give a sh*t.

   14. I'm already visualizing the duct tape over your mouth.

   15. I will always cherish the initial misconceptions I had about you.

   16. Thank you. We're all refreshed and challenged by your unique point of view.

   17. The fact that no one understands you doesn't mean you're an artist.

   18. Any resemblance between your reality and mine are purely coincidental.

   19. What am I? Flypaper for freaks?!

   20. I'm not being rude. You're just insignificant.

   21. It's a thankless job, but I've got a lot of Karma to burn off.

   22. Yes, I am an agent of Satan, but my duties are largely ceremonial

   23. And your cry-baby whiny-assed opinion would be?

   24. Do I look like a people person to you?

   25. This isn't an office. It's Hell with fluorescent lighting.

   26. I started out with nothing and I still have most of it left.

   27. Sarcasm is just one more service we offer.

   28. If I throw a stick, will you leave?

   29. Errors have been made. Others will be blamed.

   30. Whatever kind of look you were aiming for, you missed.

   31. Oh I get it. Like humour, but different.........

   32. An office is just a mental institute without the padded walls.

   33. Can I swap this job for what's behind door .........1?

   34. Too many freaks, not enough circuses.

   35. Nice perfume (or aftershave). Must you marinate in it?

   36. Chaos, panic, and disorder. My work here is done.

   37. How do I set a laser printer to stun?

   38. I thought I wanted a career; it turns out I just needed the money

   39. I'll try being nicer if you'll try being more intelligent.

   40. Wait a minute - I'm trying to imagine you with a personality.

   41. Aren't you a black hole of need.

   42. I'd like to help you out, which way did you come in?

   43. Did you eat an extra bowl of stupid this morning?

   44. Why don't you slip into something more comfortable? Like a coma.

   45. If you have something to say raise your hand.........then place it over your mouth.

   46. I'm too busy, can I ignore you some other time?

   47. Don't let your mind wander, its too small to be let out on its own.

   48. Have a nice day, somewhere else.

   49. You're not yourself today , I noticed the improvement straight away.

   50. You are as pretty as a picture, I'd really like to hang you.

   51. Don't believe everything you think.

   52. Do you hear that? That's the sound of no-one caring.

   entertain me!!!!!!!!!!

   • ANSWER:
     Yes: 3, 8, 10, 24 and 25.
     Working on the rest

     Frequently have cause to point out to people "failing to plan is like planning to fail."

     Working as a computer system administrator, in reply to the request "I need more space!" I replied "well why don't you move to Texas?"
     (oh I waited a long time for the chance to use that one.)