'Private option' would help health market Nov 19, 2009
Why does laser eye surgery, which is not covered by Medicare or government insurance laws, get better and cheaper all the time, while the price of health services the government is most involved in skyrockets. The answer is that these other markets are (comparatively) left free, while health care has been manipulated by government "solutions" for decades. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Laser Eye Surgery Safe Long-Term Nov 13, 2009
TUESDAY, Nov. 10 (HealthDay News) -- Laser eye surgery doesn't appear to have long-term effects on the cells that line the inside of the cornea, a new study has found. The study included 29 eyes of 16 patients who had undergone either photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) or laser in situ keratomileusis (Lasik) procedures. (MEDLINEplus)
Laser Surgery Does Not Appear To Have Long-term Effects On Corneal Cells Nov 13, 2009
12, 2009) Laser eye surgery to correct vision problems does not appear to be associated with lasting changes to cells lining the inside of the cornea at nine years after the procedure, according to a report in the November issue of Archives of Ophthalmology, one of the JAMA/Archives journals ... 22, 2006) A study led by a researcher at the University of Illinois at Chicago compares the safety, effectiveness and reliability of the two most common types of laser eye surgery, laser epithelial. (Science Daily)
Born at Just 1lb, Baby Gabby Now Thrives Nov 12, 2009
including open heart surgery and laser eye surgery. Luckily, they were all a success. (ABC News)
IRS rules for medical deductions are sickening Nov 1, 2009
Mitigation, in particular, covers a lot of expensive territory, The IRS has said that false teeth, prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses, laser eye surgery, hearing aids, crutches, wheelchairs and guide dogs for the blind or deaf are all deductible medical expenses. You can also deduct premiums you pay for nursing home and health insurance. (MSNBC -- Business)
17 LASIK Centers Get Warning Letters Oct 23, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has sent warning letters to 17 offices that perform LASIK laser eye surgery. The agency said that the surgical centers have inadequate systems for reporting unexpected side effects. (KIRO TV, WA)
FDA to study negative effects of Lasik eye surgery (AP) Oct 16, 2009
Correct your vision with laser eye surgery from Laser Eye Center. Looking For A Medical Service. (Yahoo News)
LCA-Vision sees drop in procedures Oct 3, 2009
LCA reported that its laser eye surgery centers performed 15,335 procedures during the third quarter. That compares with 17,864 in the second quarter, and 21,484 in third-quarter 2008. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
TLC Visions stock falls out of Nasdaq compliance Sep 23, 2009
The company has about 790 employees, including 66 in St. Louis, and 75 refractive centers throughout North America that provide corrective laser eye surgery. Most Read Stories. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Retinopathy of Prematurity Sep 14, 2009
Treatment involved laser eye surgery to remove the scarring ... Preemies who reach Stage III of ROP may require laser eye surgery to prevent further scarring and progression of damage to the eye. (Suite101.com)
Stock rally loses momentum on Friday Aug 29, 2009
8 percent, and laser eye surgery firm LCA-Vision dropped the most, closing down 5. 7 percent. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Free Market Healthcare is the Answer Aug 14, 2009
Note that in elective cosmetic surgery, eye glasses, and laser eye surgery. All have improved over time and have seen their costs go down. (Human Events Online)
DON'T GO THERE: DEMS EYE 10%TAX ON BOTOX, COSMETIC SURGERY Jul 28, 2009
According to the IRS, deductions for procedures such as reconstructive surgery due to cancer or laser eye surgery would be allowed. But nose jobs, liposuction, teeth-whitening procedures and Botox injections to smooth wrinkles would be prohibited under Sec. 213 and subject to the new tax. (The Drudge Report)
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For example, 10 years ago I had laser eye surgery. I filled out a questionnaire designed to determine how fastidious I am. (Human Events Online)
Logan native allegedly stole $30M to cover lavish habits Jun 2, 2009
Geddes had changed his appearance by growing a full beard and having laser eye surgery to eliminate his needs for glasses. At first Geddes denied who he was, said Phelps. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Obama's 180 Degree Ethics Spin Jun 2, 2009
" Go FigureIf the political party with the most money in its campaign war chest had dominated in November's elections, then Republicans would be in control of Congress and John McCain would be sitting in the Oval Office. Nationally, according to the Federal Election Commission, the Republican Party raised $30 million more than Democrats during the 2007-2008 election cycle -- $793 million and $762 million, respectively. But the amount raised by Democrats was a 58 percent increase over the 2006... (Human Events Online)
Eye for an Eye? Jun 1, 2009
Don't look now, but certain bureaucrats carrying Uncle Sam's credit card in their wallets are back to spending your hard-earned taxpayer dollars on everything from first-class travel to Hawaii to laser eye surgery ... The CRS report looked at Government Accountability Office and federal inspector general reports and found, among other improper or unauthorized charges, $3,700 for laser eye surgery; reimbursement of nearly $10,000 for tickets that an official never purchased; a charge for a... (Townhall.com)
TLC Vision cuts execs, reports loss May 16, 2009
Its refractive, or laser eye surgery, revenue fell 37 percent, while its nonrefractive business, which includes other surgical procedures and general eye care, grew 23 percent. "We continue to focus on the strategic direction of the company and we continue to work constructively with our lenders to develop a more flexible capital structure for the company going forward," said James Tiffany, president and chief operating officer of TLC Vision, in a statement Friday. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Oh, Baby! What to Expect Before You're Expecting May 15, 2009
What to Expect Before You're Expecting - TIME. " "A book like this is organized around anxiety," says Maggie Little, a bioethicist at Georgetown University and a member of the Ob-Gyn Risk Research Group, which includes experts from obstetrics and gynecology as well as bioethics, philosophy, medical epidemiology and sociology, who mull over risk both real and perceived in women's reproductive lives. "It would take a normal person and make her crazy. (Time.com)
REBEL WITH A CAUSE May 13, 2009
New England Patriots quarterback Drew Bledsoe was picking up the tab for laser eye surgery for his mother, Barbara. "In addition to being a great mother, she's always been a great friend," said Bledsoe. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
An eye on expansion Apr 28, 2009
Several sites also offer laser eye surgery, making the stores a unique venture in a country where the two professions have often been prevented from working side by side. The intriguing idea. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Comprehensive Review Confirms High LASIK Patient Satisfaction Apr 13, 2009
22, 2006) A study led by a researcher at the University of Illinois at Chicago compares the safety, effectiveness and reliability of the two most common types of laser eye surgery, laser epithelial. . (Science Daily)
Cincinnati patients seem to be putting off procedures Mar 29, 2009
It s no surprise people might put off a tummy tuck or laser eye surgery when they re feeling pinched by the economy. But delayed elective procedures might be only the beginning of the woes the recession is wreaking on the health care industry, recent data show. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Laser consultations 'flawed' Mar 26, 2009
People may not be properly advised on the risks of laser eye surgery and might pay more than the advertised price, a Which. study suggests. (BBC News)
Gators' Percy Harvin to Make First-Ever Autograph Signing Appearance at Palm Beach Autographs in The Avenues Mall, Jacksonville, March 28th Mar 24, 2009
Affordable Lasik Laser Eye Surgery. 100% Financing. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
False start on a laser remedy for fungus Mar 20, 2009
Laser eye surgery has enabled millions of people to throw away their eyeglasses. Now several medical technology companies are hoping that lasers aimed at the feet will allow millions to take their socks off, even in public. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
State ethics board will investigate two former, one current Reynolds School District employees Mar 14, 2009
The complaints allege that Kneisler's bills, totaling $15,000, included massages, cosmetic dental work, Viagra prescriptions and laser eye surgery for himself and his daughter. In a letter to the commission, James Brown, a lawyer who represents the three men, said Kneisler "did not receive any medical expense reimbursement that was not available to other Reynolds district administrators who incurred similar expenses.". (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Jury Duty to End With Disbarment for Calif. Lawyer Mar 11, 2009
On April 26, 10 days after deliberations began and nearly a month after the trial got under way, Fahy changed his vote and broke an 8-4 deadlock that favored a doctor accused of negligence while performing laser eye surgery. The jury forewoman brought Fahy's vote change to Ballati's attention, but Fahy said he had acted only within the court's instructions and trial evidence. (Law.com)
Rick Fraunfelder, M.D. of the Casey Vision Correction Center in Portland, Oregon, Joins Elite Group of Surgeons Listed at Trusted LASIK Surgeons Feb 26, 2009
What sets the Trusted LASIK Surgeons directory apart is a unique screening process ensuring that only those who are among the best in LASIK eye surgery and laser eye surgery in the United States are listed ... Dr. Fraunfelder's practice, at Casey Vision Correction Center, provides premier patient care, including "All-Laser" or "Bladeless" LASIK and use of Wavefront Based ("Optimized") LASIK and PRK. Dr. Fraunfelder offers not just LASIK and PRK (laser eye surgery procedures), but limbal relaxing... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Ex-auditor: LCA-Vision Inc. errors rose under CEO Straus Feb 23, 2009
Laser eye surgery firm experienced a surge in treatment errors and quality-control problems under the leadership of CEO Steven Straus, according to the company s former director of internal audit. This is the second time former internal auditor Ronald Matter has raised allegations against Straus, his former boss. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Don't You Know Who Tori Is? Feb 21, 2009
n Buzz's curiosity yesterday about the source of Diane Kruger's facial bruising earned us a phone call from the actress' publicist, who assures us that it was laser eye surgery, and not a nose job, that led to those black-and-blues. Additional Reporting by Brian Niemietz and Maureen Callahan. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Working Toward Artificial Corneas Feb 19, 2009
22, 2006) A study led by a researcher at the University of Illinois at Chicago compares the safety, effectiveness and reliability of the two most common types of laser eye surgery, laser epithelial. (May 3, 2006) A Mayo Clinic study comparing femtosecond (bladeless) and mechanical microkeratome LASIK surgeries has found equal results from both types six months post-surgery, using a variety of vision and eye. (Science Daily)
Board Certified Eye Surgeon Dr. Kevin Niksarli, M.D. of Manhattan LASIK Center Announces Upcoming Training Course for Intralase in New York City Feb 15, 2009
Complete info on corrective eye surgery, including Lasik, PRK, corneal inserts, choosing a surgeon, financing, who's eligible for laser eye surgery, and more. Learn about Lasik and why it is a great solution to near-sightedness. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
