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PRK/LASIK Manhattan, New York City

Did you know that there is a special vision correction procedure available for those with thinner-than-usual corneas? It's called PRK, and Dr. Hornfeld in Manhattan, New York has the proper training and expertise necessary to perform this sophisticated procedure, flawlessly. As head of Vista Laser Vision, Dr. Hornfeld is an expert in CustomVue, CustomVue IntraLase, ICL and PRK procedures.

During the PRK (short for Photorefractive Keratectomy) procedure, a laser is applied directly to the surface of the cornea. This differs from LASIK, in which a flap is created out of the outer cornea, and then the laser is applied. PRK offers many advantages over more traditional procedures like LASIK. There is no risk of flap-related complications and dry eye symptoms are greatly reduced. PRK also ensures that the cornea's stability is left unaltered.

At Vista Laser Vision, PRK is conducted under local anesthesia and takes a maximum of five minutes per eye. Dr. Hornfeld works with the latest technologies and instruments, offers better intra-operative medications, and administers post-operative follow-ups regularly.

Dr. Hornfeld is board certified by both the American Board of Ophthalmology and the American Board of Internal Medicine. His ten-plus years of experience in laser vision correction allow Dr. Hornfeld to teach new surgical techniques to other physicians. Additionally, Dr. Hornfeld is an attending physician at the prestigious New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, Cabrini Medical Center, and The Fifth Avenue Surgicenter.

If you'd like learn more about PRK, call Vista Laser Vision in Manhattan today. A single appointment with Dr. Hornfeld may set you on the road to clear vision for years and years to come.