Here are four things to know about Southwest Virginia Eye Center, as other centers in the area follow their laser-treatment lead:
1. Dr. Till, who has been practicing for 30 years, feels laser procedures are the future, and take less time, less pain, and greater exactness, according to the report.
2. Although traditional cataract surgery involves the physician using a blade to cut in the cornea, femotosecond surgery uses a laser to soften and break the cataract, as well as make the cuts.
3. The laser surgery involves a computer and can make geometric cuts, with a shorter recovery time, according to the report.
4. Dr. Till leases the laser machine, which adds $1,200 to the cost of surgery, typically not covered by insurance.
More articles on ASC issues:
7 things for ASC leaders to know for Monday — June 29, 2015
Taking patient care to heart: 5 ASCs offering cardiology services
4 things to know about the staffing culture of ASCs
