Am I a Candidate for LASIK?
Many factors determine if you’re a good candidate for LASIK or another vision correction procedure. These include your overall eye health, prescription stability, and the thickness of your cornea. Understanding your candidacy is the first step toward achieving clearer vision and finding the right treatment for your unique needs.
Find Out if You're a Candidate for LASIK with Our Quick Quiz
Determining LASIK Eligibility
At Goel Vision, Dr. Goel uses strict criteria to determine if you qualify as a LASIK candidate, or if another form of vision correction better suits your needs.
Several factors influence LASIK eligibility and understanding these can help determine if the procedure is right for you.
The best way to find out if LASIK is right for you is to come in for a free consultation.
During your consultation, our team will assess:
- Refractive Errors: LASIK can correct specific vision issues like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
- Eye Health: Candidates should have healthy eyes without conditions like severe dry eye or infections.
- Age Requirement: You must be 18 years or older to qualify for LASIK.
- Individual Visual Needs: Personalized recommendations are tailored to your unique vision goals and lifestyle.
"At my consultation, both my husband & I were pleasantly surprised by all the tests & measurements on my eyes, as well as the warm & friendly atmosphere at the practice. All the detailed information I received from Dr Goel & his staff has helped me decide on the best course of treatment for my eyes. I would fully recommend Goel Vision."
Barbara Shrawder
What Does LASIK Treat?
LASIK reshapes the cornea to correct refractive errors, allowing for clearer vision. LASIK can effectively treat conditions such as:
Myopia
(nearsightedness)
Occurs when patients can see nearby objects clearly, but distant objects appear blurry because the eye is elongated, causing light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it.
Hyperopia
(farsightedness)
When individuals have difficulty seeing nearby objects, while distant vision may be clearer. This happens when the eye is shorter than normal, which causes light to focus behind the retina.
Astigmatism
(blurry vision at all distances)
Blurred vision at any distance results from an irregularly shaped cornea or lens, which prevents light from focusing properly on the retina, leading to distorted or blurry images.
LASIK Affordability
Invest in Your Vision
At Goel Vision, we believe that clearer vision should be accessible to everyone. LASIK is not just a procedure; it’s an investment in your quality of life, reducing the recurring costs of glasses and contact lenses over time.
We offer flexible financing options† to make LASIK fit into your budget. Additionally, you can use FSA and HSA funds to further reduce out-of-pocket expenses.
Dr. Sonny Goel
Leading LASIK Surgeon in Baltimore and Columbia, Maryland
Dr. Sonny Goel is a leading LASIK surgeon with over 100,000 procedures performed. At Goel Vision, he and his team provide personalized care to help you achieve your vision goals.
Schedule a free in-person or virtual consultation to see if LASIK is right for you.