Because your eyesight is as precious to us as it is to you
If
your eyes have been injured or your vision affected by age, disease
or deformity, your doctor may recommend surgery to improve your
eyesight.
At
Novant Health, we can help. Our ophthalmologists are highly skilled
and trained in many advanced sight restoration surgeries.
Leading-edge
cataract removal - In
addition to traditional cataract procedures, which use either
surgical tools or sound waves to gently break the cataract into small
pieces for easy removal, we also offer state-of-the-art LenSx®
femtosecond
laser cataract surgery. This revolutionary bladeless surgery provides
a more precise option for cataract removal and is the first laser
surgery of its kind to be approved by the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration for cataract removal in the United States.
Using
advanced computer technology, we first map your eye with remarkable
detail. Then, your surgeon uses this map to create a customized
surgical plan specifically for you.
During surgery, each incision is
precisely defined, and the size, shape and location of each incision
are tailored to fit the unique structure of your eye. This level of
precision helps ensure all incisions seal properly without stitches,
reducing the risk of infection.
Although
cataract surgery is typically paid for by Medicare and many insurance
companies, the advanced nature of LenSx laser surgery may require an
out-of-pocket fee. We will provide you with specific information
about the cost of the procedure and financing options during your
consultation, but please contact your individual insurance carrier
prior to surgery to confirm your specific eligibility and coverage
benefits.
Coordinated
care to meet your ophthalmology needs
Novant
Health ophthalmologists also have comprehensive expertise in:
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Intraocular
lens replacement surgery,
including
multifocal and toric implants.
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Glaucoma
surgery, including the latest
techniques for reducing pressure inside the eye that can damage the
optic nerve.
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Pediatric
eye surgery, including
strabismus surgery (to correct misalignment of the eyes); opening of
blocked tear ducts; and pediatric cataract, glaucoma and eyelid
deformity treatments.
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Corneal
surgery, including partial and
full thickness transplants, and removal of the pterygium, a membrane
that can obstruct the cornea and irritate the eyelid.
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Vitreo-retinal
surgery, including retinal
detachment repair, diabetic retinopathy treatment and macular conditions.
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Adult
strabismus surgery to correct
misalignment of the eyes.
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Eye-related
plastic surgery, such as
cosmetic and functional blepharoplasty to correct problems with the
eyelid, reconstructive eyelid surgery and tear duct surgery.
Novant Health ophthalmologists can discuss all options with you, both
surgical and nonsurgical, to ensure that you receive the best eye
care possible.
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