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Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) is an elective outpatient laser vision correction procedure to improve vision and reduce or eliminate the need for eyeglasses or contact lenses. In PRK surgery, the laser surgeon uses the excimer laser to reshape the curvature of the eye for patients with nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. PRK vs LASIK Prior to LASIK… Continue Reading
Laser Vision Correction Procedures Everyone’s eyes are different. A pre-procedure consultation with your doctor will help determine the right type of laser eye surgery for you. Depending on your circumstances and prescription, some of the following laser vision correction options may be better suited to your unique visual needs: Types of LASIK Procedures Traditional LASIK… Continue Reading
The TLC Difference We Focus on Improving People’s Vision in Safe and Life-Changing Ways Safety The safety of our patients and team members is our first priority. Our centers continue to strictly follow the CDC guidelines to ensure that we can safely provide LASIK services in our communities. Affordability Don’t sacrifice quality for affordability. TLC… Continue Reading
Dr. Tom Hansted, Clinical Director of TLC Laser Eye Centers – Bismarck, was born and raised in Jamestown. He attended the University of North Dakota before receiving his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Optometry degrees from Pacific University College of Optometry in Forest Grove, Oregon. Dr. Hansted provides a full range of vision and… Continue Reading
Dr. Walter P. Harris, Jr. of TLC Laser Eye Centers – Philadelphia received his Medical Degree from John Hopkins Medical School and completed his residency in ophthalmology at the Medical College of Virginia. He is a fellow at the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Philadelphia College of Physicians. Education/Training Dr. Harris is a board Certified ophthalmologist… Continue Reading
Dr. William Hammonds is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist and Corneal Specialist who has been performing LASIK for over 10 years. In addition to completing his medical degree, Dr. Hammonds also completed a year in specialized training that was devoted specifically to corneal disease and refractive surgery (LASIK) at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. He has performed… Continue Reading
Clinical Director, Dr. Steven Towle provides both pre and post-operative patient surgical care at the TLC Bismarck, North Dakota LASIK Center. Dr. Steven Towle is a native of Minot. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in education from Minot State University before receiving a Doctor of Optometry degree from Pacific University College of Optometry… Continue Reading
Dr. Susan Littlefield is the distinguished clinical optometrist of TLC Laser Eye Centers in Portland, OR. Dr. Susan Littlefield is an Associate Professor as well as the Clinical Director of the Pacific University Cornelius Eye Clinic and the Director of Clinical Outreach at Pacific University College of Optometry. She earned her bachelor’s in Psychology from North… Continue Reading
Education Dr. Siegel has served as Clinical Director of the New York City LASIK Center since January 2005. He graduated from SUNY College of Optometry in 1996 and has devoted his career exclusively to laser vision correction. He has accumulated 10 years of experience and has seen the refractive surgery improvements and changes that have… Continue Reading
As Medical Director of TLC Laser Eye Centers – Charlotte, Dr. Scott Jaben is one of the most experienced refractive surgeons in the region having performed more than 20,000 LASIK procedures. He is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist and is one of the co-founding surgeons for TLC Charlotte which opened in 1997. Dr. Jaben is proud… Continue Reading
