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Breakthrough Advances in LASIK Technology

Advancing technology has transformed almost every area of medicine — laser eye surgery notwithstanding. Breakthrough advances in LASIK technology are making treatment more precise and successful, with fewer side effects, than ever before. Below, Dr. Gregory Pamel, one of the finest New York City laser eye surgeons, discusses the evolution of LASIK surgery and the… Read More »


What Happens at a LASIK Consultation?

The goal of your LASIK consultation is for Dr. Gregory Pamel and our team to gather information about the health of your eyes and your visual needs, and evaluate your candidacy for LASIK surgery. If we believe you are a good candidate for LASIK and you decide to move forward with the procedure, you will… Read More »


What Happens at a LASIK Consultation?

The goal of your LASIK consultation is for Dr. Gregory Pamel and our team to gather information about the health of your eyes and your visual needs, and evaluate your candidacy for LASIK surgery. If we believe you are a good candidate for LASIK and you decide to move forward with the procedure, you will… Read More »


Selecting the IOL That’s Right for You

Cataract surgery is the process of removing the eye’s clouded lens and implanting a clear, artificial intraocular lens (IOL). Dr. Gregory Pamel offers a wide range of IOLs available with features to suit various needs and lifestyles. The technology has advanced considerably since the development of the first FDA-approved IOL, which has led to the… Read More »


Selecting the IOL That’s Right for You

Cataract surgery is the process of removing the eye’s clouded lens and implanting a clear, artificial intraocular lens (IOL). Dr. Gregory Pamel offers a wide range of IOLs available with features to suit various needs and lifestyles. The technology has advanced considerably since the development of the first FDA-approved IOL, which has led to the… Read More »


What Makes a LASIK Procedure “Custom?”

Dr. Gregory Pamel has gone to great lengths to remain at the forefront of laser vision correction technology, because he believes his patients deserve the absolute best quality treatment. One of the most exciting recent advances in LASIK technology is the development of “custom LASIK,” which improves upon the safety and accuracy of traditional LASIK… Read More »


What Makes a LASIK Procedure “Custom?”

Dr. Gregory Pamel has gone to great lengths to remain at the forefront of laser vision correction technology, because he believes his patients deserve the absolute best quality treatment. One of the most exciting recent advances in LASIK technology is the development of “custom LASIK,” which improves upon the safety and accuracy of traditional LASIK… Read More »


What Are the Differences between LASIK and PRK?

LASIK and PRK are considered to be equally effective laser vision correction procedures. Both procedures have helped millions of people enjoy independence from glasses and contact lenses. However, there are several key distinctions between the procedures, and those differences can help you determine the surgery that is best for you and your visual needs. Below,… Read More »


What Are the Differences between LASIK and PRK?

LASIK and PRK are considered to be equally effective laser vision correction procedures.  Both procedures have helped millions of people enjoy independence from glasses and contact lenses. However, there are several key distinctions between the procedures, and those differences can help you determine the surgery that is best for you and your visual needs. Below,… Read More »


When Is the Right Time to Get Cataract Surgery?

Currently there is no oral or topical medication that can reverse the formation of cataracts. The only proven treatment is to surgically remove the eye’s natural lens and replace it with an artificial lens. However, just because a cataract is present does not mean it needs to be removed immediately. Some people with cataracts are… Read More »


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