Imagine seeing clearly from the moment you open your eyes in the morning. Visualize yourself cruising effortlessly through your golf game without strain. Picture yourself driving confidently in the city.  Well, now you can. Imagine taking your grandchildren to the water park and seeing them clearly.

Aside from these benefits, you can easily increase your freedom and security by correcting your vision. This pain-free process takes only 20 minutes.
 
So ask yourself... Why am I waiting?

If you are affected by cataracts, surgery can reduce or eliminate your dependence on glasses and allow you freedom that you haven’t had in years. This is an outpatient procedure, with the treatment itself taking only 20 minutes, and patients are usually back to their regular routine within five to seven days.

Some people think that because the wait is so long at the hospital, cataract surgery is complex. But now, you can get started towards seeing more clearly in just three easy steps...

Step 1: Contact us to determine if you’re a suitable candidate

90% of patients, who desire to improve their vision, are suitable candidates for cataract surgery. Using our highly evolved Pre-Operative testing and strict protocols, we find that approximately only 10% of patients are unsuitable candidates. If there is any reason why cataract surgery would not be in your best interest, our surgeons will advise you accordingly.

Your first step in moving toward freedom of vision is contacting us to determine whether you are a suitable candidate. Call (604) 215-2745 or toll-free 1-877-977-3937 and we will arrange an appointment with an optometrist near you.

Step 2: We'll provide you with information and options, to determine the best outcome for you

There are many kinds of intraocular lenses and depending on several factors, your surgeon will recommend the best implant for you based on your consultation

Step 3: Book a date for your cataract surgery

If you are a suitable candidate, you can book an appointment for cataract surgery, as recommended. The procedure takes approximately 20 minutes, and you will generally need only 5-7 days to recover.

Details about cataracts

A cataract is the clouding and hardening of the part of your eye known as the crystalline lens. Cataracts are mainly a result of aging and affect a high percentage of people over the age of 60. They can also occur due to eye injuries, diabetes, kidney disease or from certain medications. By impairing the ability to see clearly, cataracts can greatly reduce your capacity to do the things you love.

It is a common condition of clouding or haze developing within the eye’s own natural focusing lens just behind one’s pupil. It is not a growth.  It can occur at any age but is much more likely after the age of 60.

Indications

The only treatment for cataracts is surgery. The thought of surgery on something as precious as your eye may be frightening, but there is no reason to be alarmed. Cataract surgery is one of the most successful procedures performed today - about 99% of all cataract surgeries result in improved vision. The surgeon removes the old clouded lens and replaces it with a clear synthetic intraocular lens (IOL).

If reduced, hazy or foggy vision starts to interfere with day-to-day activities such as reading, driving, job requirements, hobbies or sports.  A proper examination is required to determine the diagnosis as there can be other causes.

Early Signs

• Halos around lights or glaring from lights (such as headlights while driving at night).
• Blurred or fuzzy eyesight, muted colour perception.
• Difficulty reading (e.g. inability to distinguish between letters).
• A marked difference in clarity and brightness in one eye.

The experience of pain-free cataract surgery

Nobody likes pain or discomfort, and our doctors are no exception. During their years in practice, they have made every effort to make cataract surgery a pleasant and pain-free experience for their patients. Thanks to advanced microsurgical techniques, the use of self-sealing incisions, and eye drop anesthesia, their goal has been achieved.