What Sets Us Apart?

At University of Rochester Medicine Flaum Eye Institute, LASIK care is built on experience, research, and careful standards. Our multidisciplinary approach focuses on doing what’s right for each patient and their personal vision journey.

Choosing a LASIK provider is an important medical decision. We believe patients should understand not only the benefits of LASIK, but also what defines high-quality care—from surgeon expertise to long-term follow-up.

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What Makes a Good LASIK Provider?

At Flaum Eye Institute, these standards guide every recommendation. Our priority is helping each patient achieve the safest, most appropriate treatment for their vision needs. We encourage our patients to ask the following questions when searching for a LASIK provider:

Experience That Matters

LASIK is a medical procedure, and outcomes depend heavily on the experience and skillset of the surgeon.

At Flaum Eye Institute:

• LASIK is performed by experienced refractive surgeons
• Surgeons focus specifically on laser and surgical vision correction
• Each case is carefully evaluated

Our surgeons are board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologists who specialize in refractive surgery. They are directly involved in care, from an initial consultation through the procedure and follow-up visits.

Because we are part of an academic medical center, our surgeons also teach and conduct research, helping advance the field of refractive surgery while maintaining the highest standards of care.

Advanced Technology

Technology plays an important role in LASIK. Rather than relying on a single system, surgeons choose the technology that best fits each patient. This flexibility supports safer care and better outcomes.

Flaum Eye Institute uses:

• Advanced laser platforms
• Detailed eye imaging and measurements
• Customized treatment planning based on your eyes

We perform diagnostic testing before recommending LASIK or other vision correction procedures. These detailed measurements help determine which procedure will provide the safest, most accurate results.

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A Strong Focus on Safety

At Flaum Eye Institute:

• Patients undergo thorough evaluations before any procedure
• Not everyone is approved for LASIK—and that’s intentional
• Alternative procedures are offered when LASIK is not the safest choice

Careful patient selection and long-term follow-up help keep complication rates low and outcomes strong.

Our providers take time to review your medical history, eye health, lifestyle needs, and visual goals. If LASIK is not recommended, they will explain why and discuss safer alternatives. We turn away up to 20% of patients because of our exacting standards.

Leadership in Refractive Surgery

As part of the University's Health Sciences Campus, Flaum Eye Institute is closely connected to research, teaching, and innovation in eye care.

This means:

• Surgeons stay current with evolving techniques and help develop new ones
• Procedures are grounded in peer-reviewed research
• Patients benefit from academic-level standards of care
• We have direct access to subspecialty expertise if needed

Care That Continues After Surgery

LASIK care doesn’t end the day of the procedure. Patients at Flaum Eye Institute receive:

• Structured follow-up visits
• Ongoing access to care
• Guidance if enhancement or additional treatment is ever needed

This long-term approach helps protect both vision and peace of mind. Follow-up care is provided by the same team that performed your procedure.

My LASIK experience has been life changing! The quality of care, expertise, and support has made the entire experience fantastic. My only regret is that I wish I had the procedure done sooner. Thank you, Flaum Eye Institute, for giving me back the precious gift of sight!
— Erin, Custom All-Laser LASIK

Patient Education

We encourage patients to ask questions and fully understand their options, including risks, benefits, expected outcomes, and alternatives.

At Flaum Eye Institute, we provide:

• Clear explanations of candidacy and potential risks
• Upfront information about costs and what is included in your care
• Educational webinars and one-on-one consultations

We want you to feel confident in your decision, and our experts are here to guide you every step of the way.