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Review our articles for more information on vision care as well as handy post-surgery advice for a speedy recovery.

How Long Can You Expect Premium IOLs to Last?

11/20/2023

Discover the longevity, advantages, and types of premium intraocular lenses (IOLs) for enhanced vision at Kirk Eye Center in Chicago, IL.

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How Soon Can You Resume Normal Activities After Cataract Surgery?

Scott Kirk, MD | 11/18/2023

Explore cataract surgery recovery at Kirk Eye Center in Chicago, IL, with insights on timelines, precautions, and professional care.

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Are There Advantages to Choosing Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery?

Scott Kirk, MD | 10/27/2023

Explore the benefits of laser-assisted cataract surgery at Kirk Eye Center in Chicago, IL. Improve your vision and quality of life.

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Is It Ever Too Late to Get LASIK?

Scott Kirk, MD | 10/20/2023

Explore whether age affects LASIK eligibility at Kirk Eye Center and discover the various vision issues LASIK can treat and correct.

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What Are the Advantages of Toric Premium IOLs?

Scott Kirk, MD | 09/28/2023

Toric premium IOLs at Kirk Eye Center in Illinois offer dual benefits: effective cataract surgery and astigmatism correction.

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Can Cataract Surgery Correct Other Vision Problems, Like Astigmatism?

Scott Kirk, MD | 09/28/2023

Discover how cataract surgery can also correct astigmatism. Explore options at Kirk Eye Center in Chicago, IL and nearby locations.

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How Safe Is Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery?

Scott Kirk, MD | 08/24/2023

Explore laser-assisted cataract surgery at Kirk Eye Center in Chicago, IL. Learn differences, benefits, and if you're a candidate today.

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Can Laser Eye Surgery Help Improve Presbyopia?

Scott Kirk, MD | 08/12/2023

Explore presbyopia treatments at Kirk Eye Center in Chicago, IL, including laser eye surgery for farsightedness. Schedule a consultation today!

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When Should Someone Not Get LASIK?

Scott Kirk, MD | 07/29/2023

Discover when LASIK might not be suitable and how Kirk Eye Center in the Chicago area can help determine your eligibility for LASIK surgery.

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What Kind of Vision Can be Improved With Premium IOLs?

07/19/2023

Explore how premium IOLs at Kirk Eye Center in the Chicago, IL area improve vision after cataract surgery and reduce dependency on glasses.

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What Should be Avoided After Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery?

Scott Kirk, MD | 06/30/2023

A helpful guide on what to do — and what not to do — after your laser cataract surgery to ensure a smooth recovery and optimal results.

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Will I Still Need Glasses After Cataract Surgery?

Scott Kirk, MD | 06/27/2023

Laser cataract surgery can address cloudy vision caused by cataracts. Learn about premium intraocular lenses and how they manage refractive errors.

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What Are the Signs You Have Double Vision?

Scott Kirk, MD | 05/19/2023

The primary symptom of double vision, or diplopia, is seeing two images of the same subject at the same time.

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When Can Patients Drive After LASIK?

Scott Kirk, MD | 05/12/2023

You may be able to drive within a few days of your LASIK vision correction surgery, though everyone’s timeline is patient-specific.

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How to Choose which Premium IOL is Best for You

Scott Kirk, MD | 04/24/2023

We offer our patients an extensive selection of IOLs (intraocular lenses) to help meet their needs and correct various eye and visual disorders.

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Learn the Dos and Don'ts After Cataract Surgery

Scott Kirk, MD | 04/08/2023

Learn the dos and don'ts of laser cataract surgery to enjoy optimal results and clear, life-changing vision.

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What is Recovery Like After Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery?

Scott Kirk, MD | 03/28/2023

Laser-assisted cataract surgery produces immediate improved vision, and the healing period may take 1 – 2 months. Learn more about the recovery here.

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How LASIK Surgery Can Improve Your Vision and Change Your Life

Scott Kirk, MD | 03/17/2023

LASIK can clear your vision and change your life by resolving refractive disorders, including nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.

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What are the Best Premium IOLs for Night Vision While Driving?

Scott Kirk, MD | 02/28/2023

TECNIS® Eyhance™ Toric IOLs and TECNIS Multifocal IOLs help meet our Chicago-area patients' needs, including improved night vision while driving.

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Will Refractive Lens Exchange Address My Myopia?

Scott Kirk, MD | 02/11/2023

Refractive lens exchange (RLE) can resolve multiple refractive disorders, including myopia, also known as nearsightedness.

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