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Dougherty Laser Vision

4.6 (115 reviews)

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Eye surgery

Laser vision correction

Retinal imaging

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During my LASIK surgery, holding onto snoopy
Jasmine W.

I'm a big eye nerd. So big that I went and graduated from optometry school, did a residency, earned my fellowship, and am now teaching full time at an optometry school. So when it came to getting refractive surgery, I couldn't have just anyone take care of my eyes (because who wants an optometrist with blurry vision?). I did my research, talked to colleagues, and am super happy I went with Dr. Dougherty. I appreciate that Dr. Dougherty works well with optometrists so I could do my pre- and post-ops with my own optometrist and just had to come in for a few measurements right before surgery. I also liked that he has a really strong background, did a corneal fellowship, actively does research and publishes, and trains both ophthalmology residents and optometry students. But most importantly I really enjoyed my experience working with Dr. Dougherty and his team. Drs. Dougherty and Vida and their staff took great care of me and were friendly and professional. Their office was clean, had hi-tech instrumentation, and they were efficient, kind, and took care of everything (parking's even validated). other random tips: 1. set aside flex spending money for the surgery 2. whoever you go with do your research and make sure you're comfortable and have all of your question answered 3. have a good person to drive you there and home and don't plan to do anything after surgery - I had my surgery at 1P and basically slept on and off until 6A the next day (but woke up feeling awesome and could drive and do everything like normal) extra kudos - Drs. Dougherty and Vida checked in with me the day after to make sure I was doing OK and as of now, post-op day 1, I'm seeing great and feeling awesome. :)

View from his 10th story office
Nicholas L.

The wife had laser eye surgery here and here's how we did... After watching the videos and the warnings I was a bit concerned for the health of my wifes eyes. But after talking to the Dr himself I felt so comfortable that I would let him take my wife on a date. Ok, not that comfortable but he was very reassuring and confident that I knew we were in good hands. Everything we talked about from recovery time to the amount of pain (very little) to post-op visits and calls were spot on. This is a master of his craft and I'm glad my wife came here. My wife had a couple concerns a week after the surgery and the Dr himself got on the phone to answer her questions. Lo and behold its been a few months and my wifes vision is perfect. She claims its better now than when she was wearing contacts or glasses/ Thanks to the entire Dougherty team! Will I again? Well....... my vision isn't the best so if I decide to leave the glasses behind I will be calling Dougherty Laser Vision to get all fixed up.

No glasses needed
Rubi O.

Yet again a wonderful visit with Dr.Bala and her staff. Rhina and Julie are the nicest and very knowledgeable. Brought my son for an exam and left so happy. #noglassesneeded

Fun fact: this is the same office Kurt Rambis and Rick Fox (former LA Lakers) got their eyes treated at!

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I am so happy to have received outstanding care from Dr. Zoumalan and his team.Their empathetic…read moreattention from our thorough consultation through our frequent follow-up visits went beyond my (high) expectations. I was provided everything I needed for a wonderful outcome. I came to Dr. Zoumalan to restore my eye function and health, and the result resolved my issues without sacrificing aesthetics. I could not recommend them more enthusiastically.

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