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Pilots and Astronauts Approved for LASIK

Friday, July 30th, 2010

“Can I get LASIK or PRK and become a pilot?”

Arnel Nacino, American Eagle pilot and La Jolla LASIK Patient

Absolutely.

LASIK is now approved for most jobs– even astronauts can have LASIK these days.  So, if you are an aspiring pilot, know that the FAA allows commerical airline pilots to have LASIK.  Also, most branches of the military approve LASIK for most military jobs, and the last time I checked, LASIK was approved for all jobs in the Navy, even special operations.

Of course, always check with your superior or your recruiter. But generally, if LASIK is not OK, PRK will be. This means you can achieve your dream of flying planes AND your dream of great vision.

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When can I start exercising after LASIK?

Friday, July 30th, 2010

After LASIK I want you to be careful to prevent two things:  1) infection and 2) a wrinkled flap.  So, let’s keep you away from nasty bacteria, and make sure you don’t squint or rub or squeeze your eyes for a week or two.

To prevent squinting your eyes when you strain during a workout, wait three days to exercise.  If you exercise in a gym, assume the equipment is covered in toxic bacteria.  Wash your hands before touching your face when working out.

If you sweat a lot, use a cap, sweatband, or scarf to absorb the sweat so it doesn’t pour into your eyes.

But, yes, you can work out.  Just use a little care and judgment.  No problem.

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How Come Doctors who Perform LASIK Still Wear Glasses?

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

What an interesting question!

I had LASIK myself 9 years ago, and I’ve asked colleagues who never had it why they haven’t.  Most eye surgeons really believe in the procedure and would have it if they could.  I’ve discovered that most doctors who never had LASIK are not LASIK candidates and wish they were!  The LASIK surgeons I know who have never had the procedure have told me they are not LASIK candidates because their prescriptions are too high or their corneas are too thin.  This has happened enough times that I wonder if having an unusually high prescription or other eye condition is what attracted many people to becoming ophthalmologists in the first place.

Now with the implantable contact lens, there will be more and more people with high prescriptions, including eye surgeons, who are vision correction candidates.

I had LASIK myself 9 years ago, and I’m so glad I did.  I also performed LASIK on my husband and other relatives, so I truly believe that the procedure can change your life.  It certainly has changed mine!  If you’re thinking about LASIK, I’ve been in your shoes, and I can tell you all about my personal experience at your LASIK consultation.

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Am I Old Enough or Too Old for LASIK?

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

If you are at least 18 years old, you can get LASIK.

But what if you’re 40, or 60, or 80?  If you are 40 or 50, you’re still young for LASIK.  I can help you to see up close AND far. Because LASIK occurs on the part of the eye that remains stable over long periods of time, LASIK won’t change the rate at which your eyes age.

If you are in your 70s, though, it might be better to opt for cataract surgery instead of LASIK.  In your 60′s, I’ll check you carefully for early cataract and we’ll decide if early cataract surgery or LASIK is a better choice for you.

Of course, every person’s eyes and circumstances are different, so regardless of your age, I still need to examine your eyes to make sure you’re a LASIK candidate. So call and make an appointment, and I’ll answer all the questions you have.

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