Virginia Eye Consultants First Practice in Virginia with LenSx Cataract Laser

    NORFOLK, VA, September 14, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Further establishing their reputation as providers of superior technologies to the patients of Hampton Roads and Southeast Virginia, Virginia Eye Consultants is the first practice in Virginia and the 13th in the nation to offer the LenSx laser for cataract treatment.

The LenSx laser revolutionizes the way today's cataract surgery is performed. Until now, cataract surgery required the use of a manual surgical blade, but with recent FDA approval, selected cataract surgeons across the country can utilize the LenSx laser and eliminate the need for a surgical blade. This laser approach to cataract surgery allows the surgeon to further improve the accuracy and predictability of the procedure, providing patients increased precision and faster healing time.

"For years, my patients have asked, 'When will you be able to remove my cataract by laser?' Now, this idea has become a reality," reports Stephen Scoper, M.D., Vice President of Virginia Eye Consultants. "The LenSx laser is going to enhance our surgical capabilities. This is the cataract procedure I would want for my family and for myself."

Alcon Laboratories Corp. in Fort Worth, TX, reports that there are very few LenSx lasers in place across the country at this time. Virginia Eye Consultants is the only practice in Virginia selected to receive the laser because of their extensive cataract experience and international reputation as leaders in eye care.

"Virginia Eye Consultants is honored to be among the first in the country to receive the LenSx laser," said John Sheppard M.D., president of Virginia Eye Consultants. "We're committed to providing our patients with innovative technology and couldn't be more excited to be the first practice in Virginia to offer the LenSx. "

The LenSx laser will be available for cataract procedures at Virginia Eye Consultants starting September 2011. Patients with more questions or who would like to schedule a consultation may contact Virginia Eye Consultants at 1-800-321-3937.

About Virginia Eye Consultants
The expert team at Virginia Eye Consultants has been providing exceptional eye care to patients throughout Virginia for more than 40 years and is dedicated to helping each patient achieve optimal vision results. Their many areas of expertise include cataract surgery, ophthalmic plastic surgery, corneal transplantation, refractive surgery and general eye care. A dedication to teaching, research and surgery has earned Virginia Eye Consultants an outstanding national reputation in the field of eye care.

Website: http://www.virginiaeyeconsultants.com

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