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by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Oct 30, 2012 | Blogs
I’m often asked, “Why does LASIK cost so much?” The simple answer is that there’s a lot involved in doing it right. Laser vs blade?, Custom vs traditional? Experience The practiced experience of our surgical team at the center in Rockville Maryland, led by our...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Oct 28, 2012 | Blogs
I had LASIK surgery two weeks ago and I am extremely pleased with the results. I have worn contacts and glasses for over 40 years and it feels amazing to wake up in the morning and not reach for my glasses to start my day. I was extremely nervous about the procedure;...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Oct 27, 2012 | Blogs
There is a real advantage we have at TLC Rockville and Tysons Corner, Mclean — we have both the VISX CustomVUE and the Wavelight Allegretto lasers. It allows me to choose between the two best in our industry and optimize each and every patient based on their...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Oct 25, 2012 | Blogs
Why do I need to discontinue my contacts prior to LASIK? Contact lenses can shape or mold the eye and can impact the measurements made when assessing a patient for LASIK or PRK. Soft contacts worn on a daily wear basis need to be discontinued at least two weeks;...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Oct 4, 2012 | Blogs
On Wednesday, October 3, 2012, Dr. Andrew Holzman gave a Grand Rounds presentation on Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking and other treatment options for Keratoconus to the residents in the UVA Ophthalmology program. In addition to the residents that attended the program,...
