What is the difference between private LASIK practices and discount providers?
Dr. Manrique and his staff want to let you know that when shopping for eye care, the lowest price is not always the best value. The three main factors that separate private practices and discount laser centers are surgeon experience, technology, and personal care. If you ask around, you will see a noticeable difference in these factors between higher-priced private practices and lower-priced discounters. For instance, many discount LASIK providers do not even allow you to have contact with the surgeon until the day of surgery. Many times your consultation and testing will be done by technicians, and you will not have the comfort of being able to talk with the doctor first. Also, many advertised discount prices may have hidden charges. With Dr. Manrique, your pre-op and post-op visits are included in your surgery price. Another big difference may be technology. Many discount centers do not invest in the latest equipment, possibly limiting a patient’s chance at an optimum outcome.
Dr. Kelly and his staff want to let you know that when shopping for eye care, the lowest price is not always the best value. The three main factors that separate private practices and discount laser centers are surgeon experience, technology, and personal care. If you ask around, you will see a noticeable difference in these factors between higher-priced private practices and lower-priced discounters. For instance, many discount LASIK providers do not even allow you to have contact with the surgeon until the day of surgery. Many times your consultation and testing will be done by technicians, and you will not have the comfort of being able to talk with the doctor first. You should be fully examined and counseled only by the surgeon doing your surgery. Anything less is cutting corners with your vision. Also, many advertised discount prices may have hidden charges. With Dr. Kelly, your pre-op and post-op visits are included in your surgery price. Another big difference may be technology.
