iLASIK Special - Free Laser Vision Correction Assessment

Why Laser Vision Correction at Eye Institute

Experience and Expertise
Eye Institute is the most experienced laser vision clinic in New Zealand and the surgeons there were the first to undertake laser vision correction. The clinic has done the most procedures of any in New Zealand and our surgeons have a combined experience which far exceeds any other centre. Our surgeons are well trained and regularly attend overseas training courses and conferences. Eye Institute has successfully treated over 22,000 patients in the past 16 years.

Eye LASIK
Eye Institute has introduced iLASIK into New Zealand. The iLASIK procedure creates the first 100% tailor made vision correction procedure. When it comes to achieving perfect vision, no two eyes are alike and neither should be the vision correction. The iLASIK procedure is designed to be 100% custom fit from beginning to end. The iLASIK procedure addresses the uniqueness of your two eyes from the individual curvature of the corneas to the microscopic nuances of your eyes anatomy; designed to deliver the exact correction you need to achieve 6/6 or better vision.

Latest Technology
Not only is Eye Institute the first and only clinic in NZ to offer iLASIK, it is also the only clinic in NZ to install the IFS Intralase Laser - the very advanced laser which has further increased the precision of the iLASIK procedure.

Careful Patient Selection
All patients undergo rigorous testing in order to determine their safety and suitability for the procedure. These examinations take up to one hour and they utilise the most advanced technology available today anywhere in the world.

Safety
All procedures done with the laser are performed in a true theatre environment with HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air). HEPA filters can safely remove more than 99.97% of airborne particles. The theatre staff at Eye Institute have undergone extensive specialised training in laser procedures.

24 Hour Care
The time following your vision correction procedure is extremely important and Eye Institute laser surgeons are available 24 hours a day to care for you should the rare need arise. It is comforting for Eye Institute patients to know that this help is close at hand.

The Clinic
Our clinic is designed to allow your surgery to proceed for you in a very relaxed and pleasant environment. Special emphasis has been made with the decor to provide a calming influence and with up to date magazines, a video screen and music you can achieve a relaxed state of mind before surgery.

Eye Institute Experience
Our staff are very highly trained and are used to dealing with any questions that you may consider necessary in order to understand the procedure. Staff are experienced in making you at ease and the emphasis is on a relaxed procedure. It is also possible for your relatives to view your surgery through an observation window if they wish. In addition patient information DVDs are available.

Interest Free GE Finance
Eye institute offers GE Interest Free Finance which enables you to spread payments over 6 or 12 months. There is a small registration fee payable on taking this option.

Patients From Outside Auckland
Patients from outside Auckland can be managed by both the surgeons at Eye Institute and their own optometrist. This co-management program has been in place for over 15 years and means that patients do not need to travel distances to have either their pre-operative evaluation or their post-operative care taken care of. This can all be done locally by their own personal optometrist, who they already know well. Eye Institute will also help with finding and sourcing accommodation for your stay in Auckland.

Patient Incentive Programs
We find that many previous patients like to refer their friends to their surgeon to experience the same level of visual improvement and excitement they have enjoyed themselves. Many patients come from overseas for surgery at Eye Institute.

Presbyopia Management
Patients who have been used to needing reading glasses or bifocals may prefer to explore the option of blended vision with their surgeon. A contact lens trial may be organised either at Eye Institute or through your local optometrist in order to experience the benefits of both being able to read as well as see clearly in the distance. This is relevant to patients in the presbyopic age group, who are usually 45 years or older.