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.

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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.

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Sandhya Iyer, MD

Assistant Professor

Medical school:

Residencies:

• University of Florida, Gainesville, Ophthalmology (2004-2007)
• West of Scotland Rotational Training Program, University of Glasgow, United Kingdom, Ophthalmology (1996-1999)
• Sankara Nethralaya, Medical Research Foundation, Chennai, India, Ophthalmology (1992-1995)

Fellowships:

• Doheny Eye Institute, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, Cornea & Refractive Surgery (2007-2008)
• Mark B Sherwood, MD, Department of Ophthalmology, University of Florida, Gainesville, Glaucoma Research (2001-2003)