What Is LASIK Co-Management? How Your Optometrist Supports Your LASIK Journey

Are you thinking about correcting your vision with LASIK surgery? Many people know about the benefits of LASIK, but few realize how important their optometrist is to the process. At Advance Vision Center of Optometry, we offer LASIK co-management to ensure you receive expert support and continuity of care before, during, and after your procedure.
 

What Is LASIK Co-Management?

LASIK co-management is a team-based approach to laser vision correction. It involves a partnership between your optometrist and the LASIK surgeon. Your optometrist works closely with you before and after your procedure, handling essential aspects of your care, while the surgeon performs the surgery itself. This arrangement provides you with the benefit of ongoing, local care from a doctor you trust while still accessing the expertise of a skilled LASIK surgeon.
 

How Does LASIK Co-Management Work?

Your journey begins with a comprehensive eye exam at Advance Vision Center of Optometry. Your optometrist will determine if you’re a good candidate for LASIK by evaluating your eye health, vision prescription, and unique needs. If LASIK is right for you, we’ll help answer all your questions and explain what to expect.
 

If you choose to move forward, we’ll refer you to a reputable LASIK surgeon in our trusted network. We’ll send over your exam results and remain in communication with the surgical team, ensuring your care is seamless and coordinated.
 

After your LASIK procedure, your follow-up visits will take place at our office. Your optometrist will monitor your healing, check your vision, and address any concerns or side effects. We also use natural supplements to support your recovery and eye health. Regular post-op appointments help ensure your eyes heal properly and your results are optimized.
 

The Benefits LASIK Co-Management

One of the main benefits of LASIK co-management is personalized guidance. Your optometrist knows your eye health history, understands your vision needs, and can provide recommendations that are tailored specifically to you. This individualized approach helps ensure you receive the best possible outcome from your procedure.
 

Co-management also offers added convenience. Most of your appointments are conducted right at your regular eye doctor’s office, close to home. This makes the process easier and less disruptive to your daily routine.
 

Another advantage is continuity of care. With co-management, you receive ongoing support from a team who is already familiar with your needs. This helps ensure a smooth, coordinated experience from your initial consultation all the way through your follow-up visits.
 

Finally, your optometrist remains dedicated to your ongoing eye health well after your LASIK procedure is complete. By continuing to monitor your vision and eye health in the years ahead, your optometrist helps protect your long-term eye wellness - not just during your LASIK journey, but for the future as well.
 

Ready to Explore Your Options?

Not everyone is a candidate for LASIK, which is why a thorough pre-operative evaluation is essential. Your optometrist will consider your overall eye health, corneal thickness, prescription stability, and any conditions that might affect your eligibility or outcome.
 

Ready to explore LASIK or have questions about co-management? Contact Advance Vision Center of Optometry to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward clearer vision. Visit our office in San Jose, California, or call (408) 947-2020 to book an appointment today.