What is a WaveScan or visual fingerprint?

A WaveScan is a visual fingerprint of the eye. Quick and painless, a WaveScan maps out the terrain of your eye, and measures the imperfections on the cornea. A WaveScan is one of the first diagnostic tools doctors use to determine a patient's eligibility for LASIK surgery.

For more information, please call us at 888-663-2020.

Can I finance my surgery?

The Laser Center for Vision Care offers the Chase HealthAdvance Vision Care plan, which allows patients to apply for 0% interest for up to 24 months.

Is the cost of refractive surgery tax deductible?

It is possible that your surgical procedure can be claimed as a medical expense to be itemized on your federal income tax return.

Can I use funds from a Health Saving Account (HSA), or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to pay for surgery?

Yes. You can also use Flex dollars from your employer-based Flexible Savings Account, or Health Savings Account. Some insurance plans and employers offer discounts for refractive surgery procedures; check your employee benefits and health insurance plan. Refractive surgery is an eligible medical expenditure for HSAs and FSAs.

Call us at 888-663-2020 to find out more.

LASER CENTER FOR VISION CARE

Located on UT Southwestern Medical Center's West Campus.
Outpatient Building, 5th Floor
1801 Inwood Rd.
Dallas, TX 75390
Phone: 888-663-2020
Automated Directions: 214-645-2027
Click here for map & driving directions

The Outpatient Building is located behind UT Southwestern University Hospital at Inwood Road and Medical Center Drive. For more detailed directions, call 214-648-6264.

NOTE: Due to road construction taking place on Harry Hines Boulevard, Medical District Drive and Inwood Road, we encourage patients to add an additional 20 minutes to their expected drive time. (Updated: June 29, 2009)

Driving Directions

• From I-35E, exit 432A for Inwood Road/Southwestern Medical Center
• Stay on the service road to Inwood Road
• Turn east on Inwood Road
• The first stoplight is Southwestern Medical avenue; turn left
• The Outpatient Building is on the right.

Parking
Garage and valet parking are available.

Valet parking

• Hours: Monday-Friday, 5:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Fee: $5 with patient validation, $25 for vendors.

Self-parking garage, park on Levels 1, 2 and 3:

• Hours: Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-7 p.m.
• Fee:
  • 00-20 minutes: free
  • 21 minutes-1 hour: $2
  • 1-3 hours: $3
  • 3 hours or more: $5
• Payment: Voucher, cash or credit card at the Park and Pay Station, located in the breezeway near the elevators on level one.

Shuttle Service
Once on campus, patients and visitors may ride UT Southwestern's free shuttle bus service to many of our buildings.