Mcdonald Eye Associates LASIK Book

Laser Vision Correction

ABOUTMCDONALD EYE ASSOCIATES

Nationally recognized as leaders in all-laser LASIK and cataract surgery

McDonald Eye Associates has more than 40 years of experience with a patient-first approach to eye care. With a history of superior results, ground-breaking technology, and quality patient care, McDonald Eye Associates is the premier ophthalmic practice in Arkansas.

McDonald Eye Associates offers many services, including all-laser LASIK; the latest approaches to cataract surgery, including options to reduce dependence on reading glasses; surgery for corneal diseases, such as corneal transplants; advanced treatment for medical eye conditions, including macular degeneration, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy; SLT treatment for glaucoma; retinal scanning; OCT nerve fiber analysis; Orbscan® advanced cornea diagnostics; routine eye exams; contact lenses and a full service optical department. McDonald Eye Associates operates the premier eye surgery center in Northwest Arkansas, next to our clinic.

Chad Betts, M.D., R.Ph.

Dr. Betts is a graduate of the University of

Oklahoma College of Medicine in Oklahoma

City. Dr. Betts completed his post-graduate

training at the University of Missouri-Kansas

City Department of Ophthalmology. He

specializes in anterior segment surgery,

including cataract and refractive surgery, as

well as macular degeneration and diabetes

related eye disease. He is a member of the

American Medical Association, American

Academy of Ophthalmology, and American

Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr. Betts is also an Adjunct Clinical

Assistant Professor in the Department of

Ophthalmology for the University of Arkansas

for Medical Sciences Northwest Campus.

Dr. Betts is active in his church and medical

societies. In his spare time, he enjoys running,

golfing, fishing, home improvement projects,

and spending time with his family. He and his

wife, Kimberly, have three children.

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Michael Waggoner, D.O.

Dr. Waggoner, a Northwest Arkansas native,

is a graduate of the University of North Texas

Health Science Center in Forth Worth, Texas.

Dr. Waggoner completed both his internship

in Internal Medicine and his residency in

Ophthalmology at the University of Missouri

in Columbia. He also completed a fellowship

in cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery at

the Dean McGee Eye Institute in Oklahoma

City, OK. He specializes in anterior segment

surgery, including cataract and refractive

surgery, cornea and ocular surface disease, as

well as treatment of macular degeneration,

glaucoma, and diabetes related eye disease.

Dr. Waggoner is the only fellowship-trained

corneal sub-specialist in Northwest Arkansas!

He is a member of the International Society

of Refractive Surgery, American Academy

of Ophthalmology, and American Society of

Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr. Waggoner enjoys participating in medical

mission trips and in his spare time tries to

stay moving by running, playing sports, or

traveling with his wife and daughters.

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Jessalyn Halsted, O.D.

Dr. Halsted is a graduate of the University of the Ozarks in Clarksville, AR, and earned her Doctor of Optometry degree at Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. Dr. Halsted completed clinical externships at Vision Enhancement Clinic and Missouri Eye Institute, both located in Springfield, MO. She also has her NBEO Injections Certification and has been awarded the Clinical Honor’s Pass three times.

Dr. Halsted enjoys walking her two dogs, Murphy and Maxine, hiking, mountain biking, and spending time with her family.

Dusty McIver, O.D.

Dr. McIver received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, and went on to earn his Doctor of Optometry degree from Northeastern State University College of Optometry in Tahlequah, OK. He has performed numerous clinical rotations and worked as an ophthalmic technician and contact lens manager prior to seeking his optometry degree. He completed his clinical externship at McDonald Eye Associates, and has been involved in clinical trials for AcuFocus®. Dr. McIver is a member of the American Optometric Association, the Arkansas Optometric Association, and the Optometric Council of Refractive Technology.

In his spare time, he enjoys golf, traveling, computers, and cheering for the Razorbacks. He and his wife, Angela, have four children.


Rebecca Moser, O.D.

Dr. Moser graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology before attending the University of Houston College of Optometry in Houston, TX, where she graduated with a Doctorate of Optometry. Practicing optometry for over eight years, Dr. Moser specializes in management of anterior and posterior segment disorders, glaucoma, emergent eye care, and neurological eye disease.

In her free time, Dr. Moser enjoys traveling, photography, hiking, and spending time with her family.

YOU’RE IN GOOD HANDS!

10McDonald Eye Associates has been voted

the Best Eye Clinic 7 years in a row!

You can take confidence in knowing your doctors are the very best in the region! For more than 40 years, we have provided the finest eye care in NWA, leading

the way in technology and advanced procedures.

The Normal EyeThe eye’s surface is convex, and light rays that hit it bend toward its center. In an eye with a normally curved cornea and the correct shape, an image focuses exactly on the retina.

CONDITIONS OF THE EYE

AstigmatismVision becomes distorted when the surface of the cornea has an uneven curvature. Sometimes, it is the eye’s lens that is irregularly shaped. Astigmatism causes light to focus in more than one spot, leading to blurred vision.

Farsightedness (Hyperopia)When the eyeball is too short, light rays entering the eye focus behind the retina. Distant objects are easier to see than near ones.

Nearsightedness (Myopia)When the eyeball is too long, light rays focus in front of, rather than on, the retina. Under these circumstances, near objects are in focus, but distant objects are not.

You can see at a distance

Your vision is clear Your vision is blurry

You can focus up close


Imagine waking up to see the world with crisp, brilliant clarity and less dependence on glasses or contact lenses. With all-laser LASIK, you’ll be able to play sports, swim, and enjoy social activities with confidence for years to come.

Before the LASIK procedure, advanced diagnostic technology is used to map thousands of data points—giving the McDonald Eye Associates team a fully detailed, three-dimensional picture of your eye’s shape and characteristics.

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SHAPINGYOUR VISION

A thin corneal flap is created with

a femtosecond laser

The excimer laser smoothes the cornea, allowing you to

achieve better vision

The flap is returned to its original position where it

adheres naturally

“We’re busy parents and the hassle of glasses and contacts slowed us down.

Having LASIK at McDonald Eye Associates is one of the best decisions we’ve made.”

Jim & Emily Burrow

The entire process takes approximately 10 minutes per eye. Most people get back to their normal routine quickly, even going back to work the day after surgery.

LASIKA BLADE FREE EXPERIENCE

Ziemer® Z-Lasik Femto LDV Laser

Personalized Diagnostic Map

At McDonald Eye Associates, we are proud to offer our patients a unique LASIK procedure using the Zeimer® Z-LASIK FEMTO LDV Laser and the Bausch + Lomb Technolas® laser system. Our surgeons use the advanced Orbscan® diagnostic system to create a detailed map of the front and back of your cornea. This diagnostic tool allows for a safer procedure, giving you the peace of mind you deserve.

The Z-LASIK FEMTO LDV femtosecond laser allows a blade-free flap creation by using short pulses of light to gently separate the layers of the cornea, creating an ultra-thin flap and smooth surface underneath. In conventional LASIK, a blade is used to make the flap. At McDonald Eye Associates, we offer a completely bladeless procedure.


Bausch + Lomb Technolas® Laser System

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The Bausch + Lomb Technolas® Excimer workstation is one of the latest laser technologies for LASIK surgery and is used to reshape the cornea. This laser has innovative features like advanced control eye tracking, which allows the laser to accurately track the eye, despite any movement and iris recognition, which distinguishes between your right and left eye. These features allow for wider treatment ranges for near and farsightedness, as well as astigmatism, meaning some who may have not been candidates for LASIK previously, could now be good candidates.

Since not all of our patients are candidates for traditional LASIK, we perform a related procedure called Epi-LASIK in order to help them achieve the best possible vision. This procedure eliminates the flap, allowing for effective treatment for patients with thin corneas and other LASIK contraindications.

Our surgeons hold a conservative approach to screening LASIK patients. Your safety is our number one priority. Schedule your free LASIK screening today to learn if you are a good candidate.

I’m ready! What is my next step?If you’re ready to take the next step towards better vision and a better life, call us today at 479.521.2555, ext. 223 to schedule your free LASIK consultation. If you’ve already had your consultation, then call us today to schedule your procedure. Great vision could be just a phone call away!

*estimated expenses over a 20 year period

How affordable is LASIK?LASIK is very affordable, especially when you consider lifelong costs of glasses and contacts. Your time is also valuable – just think of how much time is spent taking care of glasses and contacts! We understand LASIK is an investment, but the chart below* shows that you will likely save money in the long run by reducing your need for contacts and glasses. We do offer financing options for our patients and you can also use healthcare flexible spending account funds on your LASIK procedure. The most common thing we hear from our patients after LASIK is “I wish I had done it sooner!”

QUESTIONS ABOUT LASIK?WE HAVE ANSWERS


WHAT OUR PATIENTSARE SAYING

“Dr. Betts’ confidence gave me confidence, and he helped me look forward to the procedure. After LASIK, I love the freedom of not having to worry about contacts or glasses.”

Holly Warren HarrisLASIK Patient

“Glasses and contacts are a hassle when I’m trying to keep an eye on the ball. After LASIK, it’s nice to see the ball hit the green. Thanks, Dr. Betts!”

Shane KerrLASIK Patient

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We understand that vision correction is an investment, but it’s an investment for a lifetime, and we are committed to serving your changing vision correction needs. That’s why we offer eligible patients The Vision Advantage, which provides re-treatments at no cost using the same technology used in their original vision correction procedure. In addition, the cost of LASIK at McDonald Eye Associates includes all pre- and post-operative care associated with your LASIK procedure. For more information on The Vision Advantage and our commitment to your vision, please speak with your LASIK coordinator.

Since your vision is our focus, during your procedure and beyond, we want to make sure you protect your investment with a great selection of sunglasses. As your eyes may experience some sensitivity to light after your procedure, it’s important to keep them well protected.

PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT

Ask us today about our 20% discount on sunglasses for LASIK patients. It’s just another way we want to help

protect your new vision.


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