LASIK & Refractive Surgery Co-Management

Discover a Whole New World With LASIK and Other Refractive Surgeries

Wish you could see the world more clearly without having to rely on your glasses or contact lenses?

Refractive eye surgery may be the perfect solution for you!

With LASIK, you’ll enjoy clear vision, all day, everyday — without any need for corrective eyewear.

Have any of the following?

Myopia/nearsightedness–difficulty seeing faraway objects
Hyperopia/farsightedness–difficulty seeing near objects
Astigmatism–blurred perception of near and far objects

Gone are the days of foggy, rain-speckled lenses. LASIK will give you the clear vision you desire and the confidence you deserve.

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What is LASIK and Refractive Surgery Co-Management?

LASIK and other refractive surgeries are delicate, and it can all feel overwhelming. That's why we work together with the eye surgeon to provide you with the best outcome in the most efficient manner.

We'll provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision and determine whether you're a candidate for refractive eye surgery. If so, we'll refer you to the ophthalmologist for surgery. Following surgery, we'll provide post-operative care to make sure you maintain healthy, clear vision.

Getting co-managed for LASIK and other refractive surgeries is an advantage, as you benefit from the expertise of two medical experts who work together to provide you with the best eye surgery results possible.

Contact Family Vision Center in Tucson to schedule a consultation and find out if LASIK (or other refractive surgeries) is right for you.

How LASIK and Other Refractive Surgeries Improve Vision

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Have trouble seeing near or far away? The source of the problem may be the curvature of your cornea. An irregular corneal shape affects the way light hits the retina–which sends visual signals to the brain.

LASIK and other refractive surgeries change the shape of your cornea to offer you clear vision, without the need for contacts and glasses. After the surgery, you'll be able to swim, shower and play sports without a second thought about your eyesight.

LASIK & Refractive Surgery Benefits

Highly effective

There is a reason LASIK is so popular–96% of patients report satisfaction after this procedure.
Works quickly

You may see results from LASIK or other refractive surgery quickly–sometimes as soon as a day or two after the treatment.
Minimal discomfort

You are unlikely to feel any pain during the procedure thanks to the numbing drops. Also, you won’t need stitches or bandages after surgery.
Quick recovery time

Compared to other eye surgeries, LASIK has a relatively quick recovery time. Although the speed varies from patient to patient, you may feel like yourself again in as little as 6 to 12 hours.

How to Prepare for LASIK and Other Refractive Surgery

Stop wearing contact lenses–your eye doctor will tell you how soon before surgery to wear glasses instead of contacts.
Understand the procedure–talk to your eye doctor about what to expect.
Arrange a ride–you won’t be able to drive home from the clinic, so coordinate with a friend or relative.
Arrive with a fresh, clean face–don’t apply eye makeup and avoid wearing heavy lotions or perfumes before the procedure.

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What to Expect from the Treatment

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The eye surgeon will apply numbing drops to your eye.
They will keep your eyes open with a device .
The eye surgeon will make a small flap in the surface of your cornea with a laser or microkeratome–a precision surgical instrument.
You will look directly at a light while the eye surgeon reshapes your cornea.
The surgeon will place the flap back in place so it can heal.

LASIK and Refractive Surgery After-Care

Apply eye drops as directed by your eye doctor.
Rest your eyes as much as possible in the ensuing days.
Avoid rubbing your eyes.
You may return to your regular activities including driving, after a few days.
Go to all post-operative eye examinations.
You may experience blurry vision after surgery. This should go away, but if it persists after several months, discuss it with your Family Vision Center eye doctor.

Lasik Refractive Surgery FAQs

Will I still need to wear glasses after LASIK?

The satisfaction rate is very high for post-LASIK and refractive surgery patients. That said, whether you’ll still need corrective eyewear after surgery depends on your eye condition, how well your cornea responded to surgery, and the healing process.

What are some eye problems that LASIK and refractive surgery can't correct?

LASIK and refractive surgery are specifically designed to correct refractive errors caused by an irregular shaped cornea. It can’t solve the following:

Amblyopia–lazy eye
Cataracts–cloudy patch on the surface of the lens
Glaucoma–damage to the optic nerve caused by pressure inside the eye
Keratoconus–weak or thin cornea that bulges forward

Can LASIK or other refractive surgeries have negative effects?

No procedure is completely free of possible risks and complications and the same is true of LASIK and refractive surgery. Some of these include:

Dry eye symptoms
Double or blurry vision
Flap problems including infection
Vision undercorrection or overcorrection

If you experience any of these. Contact Family Vision Center right away.

Will I have to have LASIK and refractive surgery again?

Usually, LASIK or refractive surgery is successful the first time around. However, if the problem persists after the treatment, the eye surgeon may repeat the surgery.

Contact Family Vision Center in Tucson today to learn more about LASIK and other refractive surgeries and to find out if you're a candidate.

Meet our Lasik Refractive Surgery Doctors

Mark Fischer O.D.

Curtis Dechant O.D.

Amy Fuhr-Dechant O.D.

Jeffrey Horst O.D.

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- Dec. 27, 2025

I was a new patient and from the time I entered the service was impeccable. I'm a big stickler on cu... Show Morestomer service and I will say from the smiles to the greetings they had me before I even saw the doctor. The first point of contact was professional and efficient, just very smooth. Was called back in less than five minutes of entering. Again, very professional, greeted with a smile, a great greeting and a genuine sense of caring. The first point of contact was a technician to do the preliminary testing for the doctor and she explain every step in great detail. Very impressed! Took me to the patient room for a couple more test with the tech and then was told that the doctor would be right in. Yup, 3 minutes later Dr. Amy came in, greeted me like we knew each other for years. Made me feel so comfortable. I did have a eye problem that developed recently that had me a little worried and Dr. Amy made me feel relaxed and that there was nothing to worry about right off the bat. She is amazing, explained and showed me exactly what was going on with my slight blurred vision in one eye and made sure I knew it was nothing even remotely serious to make me feel better through her whole exam. I'm telling you, I'm 60 years old and been around and this is the first time in a vision center that I felt like a true patient and not looked at for $$. The explanation of all the tests, the showing of the pictures of my eyes and telling me my eyes were good with all the explanations, they were not perfect but not trying to sell me a prescription that was not needed. I use readers and she explained my insurance and what they pay every year. I asked her since a prescription wasn't needed could I use my insurance benefit for good readers with the right strength in each eye instead of the $20 pair from walgreens. Took me to the optician and we found a pair that my insurance covered and I will have a great pair of readers soon. My experience here was just awesome!! I would definitely recommend this business if you want great service and awesome knowledgeable doctors, along with very knowledgeable opticians that were never in a hurry and never a "just buy those" mentality. They really cared!! This place definitely deserves a 10 out of 5 in my book and that says alot coming from someone who holds very high standards!! Thank you Dr. Amy and your team for the utmost professionalism that you and your team showed this patient!!