Cataract Surgery in Greenfield, MA, Gardner, MA, Fitchburg, MA and West Springfield, MA

Cataract Surgery Fitchburg MA

What Is a Cataract?

The term cataracts refers to the eye’s natural lens. Clear at birth, the lens becomes cloudy over time, causing vision problems and can eventually cause blindness if left untreated. Cataracts are completely normal and typically develop sometime in our 50s or 60s. Surgery is the only treatment for a cataract. You should consider surgery when cataracts cause enough loss of vision to interfere with your daily activities.

Can Cataracts Be Prevented?

Most cataracts occur with age. However, a good, balanced diet, protection from the sun, and restraint from smoking can delay the development of cataracts.

What Are My Treatment Options?

Cataract Surgery (Removal)

Cataract surgery is a routine, virtually painless outpatient procedure that replaces your clouded lens with a clear intraocular lens implant. Cataract removal is performed through a procedure called phacoemulsification. In this procedure, high-energy ultrasound waves are used to gently remove your cataract. In most cases, we use only eye drop anesthesia, allowing our patients the fastest possible recovery. Once the cataract is removed, a permanent, artificial lens is inserted. It is not uncommon for our patients to have the benefit of dramatically improved vision within a few hours of their procedure.

Clear Lens Exchange

For those with presbyopia that are not yet candidates for cataract removal, your surgeon may offer an elective procedure known as clear lens exchange. This procedure uses the same successful techniques as modern cataract surgery by replacing your natural lens with an intraocular lens (IOL) designed to reduce or eliminate your need for readers, bifocals or even trifocals.

Results After Cataract Treatment

I’ve been in business and observed interactions between customers and employees my whole life. I cannot say enough about how impressed and pleased I was with my entire experience with Longwood Eye & LASIK Center. From the first phone call to set up the appointment, to the time Dr. Warren spent with me before and after my surgery, and all of my pre and post-operative appointments, it was a truly a pleasant experience!

Three of my friends had similar cataract procedures, and prior to my conversation with them, I had no idea that this type of procedure was available. It is totally remarkable how I feel and how my vision has improved without the use of contact lenses. Simply put, my results are outstanding and I have never experienced this level of professionalism and care, and I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Warren and his team at Longwood Eye & LASIK Center.

-Michael M – Cataract Surgery with John Warren, MD

Which Lens Is Best for Me?

Distance Correcting Monofocal IOLs

Traditionally, the lens implant used for cataract surgery is a monofocal IOL. In most cases, the monofocal lens provides good distance vision for driving, walking, and some everyday activities. However, most people receiving monofocal lenses still require reading glasses or bifocals to have a full range of vision.

  • Traditional
  • Advanced

Astigmatism Correcting IOLs

Approximately 20% of cataract surgery patients have a significant degree of astigmatism. Astigmatism creates distortion in vision and is not corrected by traditional cataract or lens replacement surgery. The unique design of the Toric IOL makes it possible to provide quality distance vision and reduce or eliminate astigmatism at the same time.

  • Clareon TORIC
  • Tecnis TORIC
  • enVista TORIC

Enhanced vision option

This option combines the optics of advanced wavefront-designed monofocal IOL with modern surgical planning and techniques to provide a higher quality and overall enhanced vision with a monofocal designed IOL. These techniques will also further reduce or eliminate your need for distance glasses including low levels of pre-existing astigmatism. In a clinical study, these more advanced optics provided improved visibility, better contrast sensitivity, and reduced glare.

Vision correction decisions are among the most important you will ever make. There are many intraocular lens (IOL) options available, including traditional monofocal, advanced monofocal, toric and multifocal, IOLs. Your doctor will discuss all the options available and recommend the IOL that is best for you.

Presbyopic Correcting IOLs

Previous lens replacement technologies provided only one improved focal point, distance, leaving people dependent on readers or bifocals after cataract surgery. Furthermore, in the past, those who were not yet cataract surgery candidates had no good alternatives to readers, bifocals, or trifocals. Recent advances in lens technology now make it possible to improve vision at all ranges, near through distance, with increased freedom from glasses or contact lenses. Our doctors are proud to offer the most advanced multifocal IOLs to give our patients the best possible vision.

  • Tecnis Synergy Multifocal
  • Clareon PanOptix Multifocal

What Are the Risks Associated with Lens Replacement Surgery?

As with any surgical procedure, there are risks involved. These may include infection, retinal detachment, an increase in eye pressure, reactions to medications, and vision changes. Our doctors will discuss all risks and benefits with you before your surgery.

Are There Any Side Effects?

Common side effects include redness, scratchiness, and light sensitivity. You may also experience glare, halos around lights, and blurred vision. These side effects may make it more difficult to see while driving at night or working in low light for a period of time, however they generally resolve over time.

How Long Does the Procedure Take?

Cataract surgery is generally a simple, outpatient procedure requiring only a few hours of your time. Patients should plan on being at the surgery center for about 2-3 hours.

Where Will My Surgery Be Performed?

Your lens replacement procedure will be performed by one of our surgeons in an outpatient surgery center or hospital facility.

What Can I Expect After My Surgery?

After a short stay in the outpatient recovery area, you will be ready to go home. Plan to have someone drive you home. Everyone heals differently, but most patients can return to their normal activities the very next day. You will return to our office for a postoperative visit the next day. You will notice an improvement in your vision at that time which will continue to sharpen over the next 30 days. Eye drops will be prescribed to prevent infection and help your eye to heal.

How Will I See After Cataract Surgery?

Once the cloudy lens is removed, you will see a dramatic improvement in the clarity of your vision. Colors will be brighter, more vivid. And advanced lens implants, such as Tecnis, ReSTOR, and Crystalens, can deliver vision that is uniquely suited to your lifestyle. Dr. Warren and Dr. Fay will talk with you to understand your vision needs and can recommend a lens implant that gives you a fuller range of vision, allowing you to spend most of your day without glasses.

Will I Need to Wear Glasses After My Cataract Surgery?

During traditional cataract surgery, a single focus lens is implanted. Often times this gives patients good distance vision but still requires them to wear reading glasses for near vision. However, we offer our patients the option for a multifocal or accommodating lens implant that may allow them good vision at any distance, near through far.

Schedule a Consultation

If you are interested in learning more about cataract surgery and would like to see if you are a good candidate, please call 1-855-286-2020 or request a consultation online.

Testimonials

Longwood Eye & LASIK Center is rated 5 out of 5.0 based on 398 ratings.

ASA corrective eye surgery has been one of the absolute best things I have ever done! No more glasses, no more contacts, no more squinting or dry eyes from contacts. It’s amazing to be able to wake up and see! This is all thanks to Longwood Eye & LASIK. My experience with Longwood Eye & LASIK has been phenomenal. Everyone that I have interacted with has been friendly and extremely knowledgeable. I was excited but nervous having corrective vision surgery, but the doctors and staff put any apprehension at ease. They were very responsive and really prepared me for the procedure. Everything that I experienced while recovering was disclosed in the pre-op visits, so I knew exactly what to expect. The entire process - the screening, the pre-op, the operation itself and the post op visits - were scheduled in advance and the staff was so organized and accommodating with the scheduling. I highly recommend Longwood Eye & LASIK and am so grateful for my new vision. I feel like a new person.

Joanna S

Highly recommend this place. Had my LASIK procedure and it couldn't have gone smoother. I was seeing excellent by the next day. The doctors were extremely knowledgeable and personable, and the price was great compared to many other places.

Chris P

Caring, thorough, and supportive physicians. I had LASIK eye surgery done here and had a wonderful experience. The surgeon is very calming throughout the procedure, if anyone is frightened by the idea of surgery, don’t be! You’re in very good hands at Longwood Eye and LASIK.

Alexandra D

It's been 2&1/2 years since I had PRK (a form of LASIK) done to my eyes. Everyone was extremely thorough in making sure that I was a good fit for surgery by performing different tests on me. Very kind people. I did the research prior to and found that this was the most affordable place around. They are experienced. The procedure went without a hitch and was painless. Putting in eye drops was the only difficulty for me afterwards, because I've never used them. But they gave me practice drops well we before the surgery so I was well prepared after surgery. Your eyes will need some time to heal and recover after surgery. With the guidance of the people at West Springfield Eye and LASIK, they made it easy. For anyone considering improving their eyesight, I highly recommend you go there! Get checked with an open mind to see if you can get it done. I always wanted eye corrective surgery since I was a child. My horrible eyesight was a hindrance to my self confidence, ability in sports, and school. It interfered more recently with my work, doing landscaping or repairing motors. 2&1/2 years past and after the surgery was done, my eyesight has had no problems in the light, dark, near or far! I couldn't be more pleased with this life changing procedure! After the PRK procedure, I went back to college after a 10-year hiatus, and I have since been more confident in my abilities and am on my way to getting my 3rd and 4th associates degrees and going for my bachelor's in fall 2020. It's as if I've been less stressed without glasses. I've had a better time at the gym, beach, school, landscaping and working on motors. Thank you West Springfield Eye and LASIK. I recommend you guys to everyone with glasses or people who are considering surgery. I am forever indebted, but not in debt, because of you!

Kenneth S

I visited Longwood Eye and LASIK to better my vision and after having the surgery I'm very happy to say that for the first time in years I can see clearly without prescription glasses. If you’re looking for a great place to ditch your glasses for an affordable price, try Longwood Eye and LASIK.

Jon B

I am pleased to provide this very positive review of the Eye & LASIK Center in West Springfield, MA, along with its staff. I had my consultation to determine if I was a suitable candidate for LASIK on Thurs, Aug 9, 2018. After the staff took the time to examine my eyes and take preliminary measurements, they deemed me to be a great candidate for LASIK. I agreed it was the best course of corrective action for my eyes. I was scheduled for pre-op eye measurements on Wed, Oct 3, 2018, and then my surgery was scheduled for Thurs, Oct 11, 2018. Dr. Warren and Dr. Walkowiak did an excellent job of explaining exactly what was going to happen before, during, and after the surgery. The cost of the surgery includes all pre and post op appointments. (4 in total: 1 before; 3 after) I had a good deal of discomfort the evening after my surgery, which was to be expected. I was able to see with crystal clear vision, albeit with moderate discomfort, the very next morning. That same morning was my first post-op appointment, when my vision was assessed at 20/15 in both eyes (prior vision was about 20/60). The two prescription drops, in addition to the tear drops, helped me have a swift recovery in both comfort and healing. I am writing this review because I am incredibly pleased with how well this experience panned out for me. I am very happy with how clear my vision is (still 20/15 as of my one-week post-op appointment); I feel like I got to hit the reset button on my vision. This was the best investment I could have made on myself. I thank the surgical services team for an all-around great experience; I would recommend the Eye & LASIK Center to anyone who is a good candidate for LASIK.

Johnathan D

I am pleased to provide this very positive review of the Eye & LASIK Center in West Springfield, MA, along with its staff. I had my consultation to determine if I was a suitable candidate for LASIK on Thurs, Aug 9, 2018. After the staff took the time to examine my eyes and take preliminary measurements, they deemed me to be a great candidate for LASIK. I agreed it was the best course of corrective action for my eyes. I was scheduled for pre-op eye measurements on Wed, Oct 3, 2018, and then my surgery was scheduled for Thurs, Oct 11, 2018. Dr. Warren and Dr. Walkowiak did an excellent job of explaining exactly what was going to happen before, during, and after the surgery. The cost of the surgery includes all pre and post op appointments. (4 in total: 1 before; 3 after) I had a good deal of discomfort the evening after my surgery, which was to be expected. I was able to see with crystal clear vision, albeit with moderate discomfort, the very next morning. That same morning was my first post-op appointment, when my vision was assessed at 20/15 in both eyes (prior vision was about 20/60). The two prescription drops, in addition to the tear drops, helped me have a swift recovery in both comfort and healing. I am writing this review because I am incredibly pleased with how well this experience panned out for me. I am very happy with how clear my vision is (still 20/15 as of my one-week post-op appointment); I feel like I got to hit the reset button on my vision. This was the best investment I could have made on myself. I thank the surgical services team for an all-around great experience; I would recommend the Eye & LASIK Center to anyone who is a good candidate for LASIK.

Johnathan D

Dr. Warren is the GOAT, my LASIK went extremely well. It was painless and I had no soreness or pain after my procedure, heavily recommend! Everyone working there was very nice and I was in and out.

Johnathan D

I got my LASIK done here and I have to say I'm grateful! Best decision I ever made! Thank you to the staff and doctors for making it an enjoyable and relaxed experience!

Sam Y

Great experience at the West Springfield office, from the beginning all the way through the end. The procedure was painless and my vision now is excellent. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone that is considering getting LASIK.

Matthew C


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