Laser cataract surgery

The femtosecond laser, used commonly during LASIK surgery, is now being used during cataract surgery to achieve even higher levels of safety, accuracy and predictability. At OCLI, we pride ourselves on offering only the best technology to our patients, which is why we use the CATALYS^® Precision Laser System during laser cataract surgery on Long Island.

Laser vs. traditional cataract surgery

Both traditional and laser cataract surgery are deemed extremely safe and effective. Both are performed very regularly, although laser cataract surgery is quickly becoming the preferred procedure among both doctors and patients.

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The main difference between laser cataract surgery and traditional cataract surgery is the most obvious one. During laser cataract surgery, a femtosecond laser is used to make incisions in the cornea, whereas traditional cataract surgery utilizes a blade. Laser cataract surgery allows for a more precise incision, further reducing the possibility of human error.

The Laser

The CATALYS^® Precision Laser System offers a customized surgery that is more predictable, allowing for doctors to deliver consistently great results. With the CATALYS^® system, our doctors are able to plan, engage, customize and treat cataracts. This makes for a safe and extremely controlled procedure. Giving cataract surgeons the ability to create customized treatment plans that match the individuality of each patient has proven to be an extreme success.

The Procedure

One of our doctors here at OCLI will create a surgical plan with a 3-D image of your eye. This information tells your doctor the location, depth and length of the cataract in all planes. Using this information, your surgeon will use the CATALYS^® laser to make precise incisions in the cornea. The laser also helps to break up cataracts, allowing for easier removal. Generally, patients who undergo laser cataract surgery experience a more rapid visual recovery with reduced inflammation.

If you are considering cataract surgery and would like to explore the option of laser cataract surgery, call 1-866-SEE-OCLI or request a consultation.

Cataracts providers

Elzbieta Mechel, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, Cornea & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Robert Chen, MD, FAAO Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Laser Cataract Surgeon
Joshua A. Paul, MD Glaucoma & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Jean R. Tostanoski, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist & Cataract Surgeon
David Sachs, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, Cornea & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Michelle Yao, MD, FACS Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Howard J. Kushnick, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist & Glaucoma Surgeon
Todd J. Harvey, MD Ophthalmologist
Allison Angelilli, MD, FACS Glaucoma & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Michael Swerdin, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist & Laser Cataract Surgeon
John R. Wittpenn, MD Cornea & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Lisa M. Cibik, MD, FACS Laser Cataract Surgeon & Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Marta McKeague, MD Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Cynthia Hsu, MD Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Steven J. Kanoff, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Adam Bloom, MD, FAAO Comprehensive Ophthalmologist & Laser Cataract Surgeon
R. J. Mackool, MD Cataract, Refractive, Cornea and Glaucoma Microsurgery
Peter J. Breingan, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Marguerite McDonald, MD, FACS Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Troy J. Hosey, OD Optometrist
Joseph Berardi, MD Laser Cataract Surgeon
Benjamin Chang, MD Ophthalmologist
Marc E. Wietschner, MD, FAAO Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, Medical and Surgical Treatment of Eye Disease
Shyam Patel, MD Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Russell G. Fumuso, MD, FAAO Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Andrew N. Bausch, MD Laser Cataract and Refractive Surgeon
Thomas D'Orazio, MD, PhD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist & Cataract Surgeon
Dr. Charles Niles, MD Glaucoma & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Julia Schneider, MD Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
John Siliquini, Jr., MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Anzhelika Vaccaro, MD Glaucoma & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Brett J. Karlik, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Kinnari Patel, OD Optometrist
Cary M. Silverman, MD Laser Cataract, Refractive Surgeon & Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Sahas Narain, MD Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Phillip Calenda, MD Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Ilya Rozenbaum, MD Glaucoma and Laser Cataract Surgery
Eric D. Donnenfeld, MD Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Cristin D. Subramaniam, MD Cataract Surgeon, Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Surajit Saha, MD Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Allison B. Gunzburg, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, Laser Cataract and Refractive Surgeon
Bonny Lee, MD Glaucoma & Refractive Cataract Surgeon, Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Richard T. Sturm, MD Glaucoma & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Thierry Hufnagel, MD Ophthalmologist
Adam Chubak, MD Cornea & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Stuart B. Carter, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist & Refractive Cataract Surgeon
Robert F. Rothman, MD Glaucoma & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Marnie P. O’Brien, DO Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon, Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Valerie Trubnik, MD, FACS Glaucoma & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Richard J. Mackool, MD Cataract, Refractive, Cornea and Glaucoma Microsurgery
George Grisnik, OD Optometrist
Jack K. Oats, MD Cataract Surgeon & Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Lucy Sun, MD Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Ronald J. LoPinto, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Jonathan Stein, MD Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Richard L. Deluca, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, Laser Cataract and Refractive Surgeon
David M. Armesto, MD, FACS Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Michael Sable, MD Laser Cataract Surgeon & Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Jeffrey M. Reisman, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Harry Koster, MD Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
David B. Nelson, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Luis Silva, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Glen Weiss, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, Laser Cataract Surgeon
Mary Ann Bonomo Hosey, OD Optometrist
Sima Doshi, MD Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Daniel D. Hayes, MD Glaucoma & Laser Cataract Surgeon
John P. Nairn, MD Glaucoma & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Arnold S. Prywes, MD, FACS Glaucoma & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Craig H. Marcus, MD Glaucoma & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Ravi A. Shah, MD Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Robert J. Noecker, MD Glaucoma & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Adam Botwinick, MD Glaucoma & Laser Cataract Surgeon
Gerard D'Aversa, MD Cornea, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Vivian Monsanto, MD Ophthalmologist
Shaina Kumar, MD Cataract and Refractive Surgery
William Charles Boozan, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, Laser Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Allen J. Fishman, MD Comprehensive Ophthalmologist

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