Laser Vision Correction Baltimore

We know you expect expert care and trusted surgical experience. With thousands of patients traveling from all over the Mid-Atlantic region, we continue to earn the trust of our patients and many referring doctors.

Recognized Leaders. Parris-Castoro Eye & Laser Center was the first fully accredited outpatient eye surgical facility in Maryland and the first private practice laser vision center in their area. In its independent analysis of the largest laser surgery facilities in the Baltimore area, The Baltimore Business Journal, for the second year in a row has ranked Parris-Castoro Eye & Laser Center as a leader.

LASER VISION EXPERTS:
Specializing in LASIK, PRK, AK, & Clear Lens Exchange:

Wayne H. Parris, MD founded the practice in 1975. He is a native of Baltimore and graduated from the University of Maryland and the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He received his ophthalmology training at Greater Baltimore Medical Center and is board-certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Parris is also recognized in the Baltimore Metropolitan area as leading cataract surgeon.

Charles Castoro, MD graduated from Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, The Washington and Jefferson College, and Georgetown Medical School. He received his ophthalmology training at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia where he served as chief resident. He joined Dr. Parris in 1981 and was the first refractive surgeon in the area. Cataracts are this board-certified surgeon's other specialties.

If you are one of the 140 million Americans that must rely on glasses or contacts to drive, see the TV, or participate in sports--vision correction may be the solution to enhance your life. Today's advanced technology is excellent for most levels of nearsightedness, astigmatism, farsightedness, and helps with presbyopia.

FDA approved an exciting, state-of-the-art laser vision analyzing technology...it's called Wavefront or Wavefront Custom LASIK. This is the same technology used on the Hubble telescope to view distant objects in space.

Wavefront Custom LASIK provides:

Detection of Unique Imperfections Never Seen Before
Custom Mapping (like your “fingerprint” or DNA) of Your Vision
Greater Precision Analysis for
More Precise Treatments

We now can provide our patients that are within the wavefront prescription range, a Wavefront Custom analysis for each of our refractive procedures: LASIK, Advanced Surface Treatment, AK, and Clear Lens Exchange. (Please note that the refractive treatments have not changed, it is the diagnostic information that has improved.)

Over 5 million people can tell you why they've had vision correction...it works!

"I can't describe the feeling I had the first time I was able to see without glasses or contacts. Unbelievable, indescribable, a miracle! For those who aren't sure about the procedure - GO for it - YOU'RE WORTH IT!"
Connie Martin

"This procedure is a miracle! I am one of five members in my family that have had laser vision correction by Parris-Castoro Eye & Laser Center."
--Daniel Keyser of Virginia

"I have rarely seen an organization that operates at the level of professionalism that I experienced at Parris-Castoro Eye & Laser Center. I feel very fortunate to have chosen Parris-Castoro to place my trust in with such an important decision"
Ronald Howell, Bel Air, MD

Typical patients achieve 20/40 or better and are driving, working, and playing sports the very next day. Patients commonly state they experienced no pain or discomfort.

Your Trusted Vision Correction Service

Education: It is extremely important that you know the facts about laser vision correction. We pride ourselves in this process. So, join us:

for our next seminar...a great way to get to know us,
for a one-on-one consultation, or
by calling 1-888-820-EYES.

You will quickly learn:

If you may be a candidate based upon your prescription!
How the eye works!
How the procedure is performed!
Pre-, surgical, and post-operative procedures!
What results you may expect!

After making the decision to have laser vision correction, you simply schedule your evaluation and/or treatment date. You will then receive pre-op instructions. Contact lenses patients...you have homework...removal of contacts prior to the evaluation:

Standard Soft lenses:	2 weeks prior to exam
Toric Soft Lenses:	2 weeks prior to exam
Gas Permeable or Hard Lenses:	Minimum of 3 weeks per decade worn

Corneal Mapping

Refractive Evaluation: This evaluation will assess your ocular health, determine your candidacy, plus discuss your expected outcome based on your prescription, age, and your vision needs. This information is vital so your doctor can calculate your laser energy. We will then provide you with written pre- and post-operative care instructions.

Vision Correction Procedure: Invite a friend or relative, they can view the procedure and share in your excitement; besides, you'll need someone to drive you home. But, you won't need a driver for long! Most patients drive, return to work, and resume most activities the next day. Don't forget...patients do experience fluctuations of vision, occasional blurring, nighttime glare, and or dryness in their eyes. Don't worry...these will diminish as your new vision stabilizes. If you feel you have an emergency...you'll have the office and an emergency telephone number.

We can't wait for you to SEE us for your 1 day post-op visit. Most patients are SEEING 20/40 or better. To ensure proper healing and maximum long-term results, you will be seen by a refractive optometrist regularly.

After hearing and SEEING how excited your friends and family are...you too may be able to enjoy a world of clearer vision. For more information, to attend the next seminar, or to schedule a FREE refractive evaluation call us!

410-420-1700 / 1-888-820-EYES

State-of-the-art-technology: At Parris-Castoro, our highly trained and certified laser surgical team utilizes two of the most advanced excimer laser systems, the VISX Star S4 and the Nidek EC 5000.

Corrective Errors Laser Vision Correction Cannot Correct: LASIK and other vision correction procedures improve distance vision and do not improve a condition known as Presbyopia (weak reading vision). Presbyopia is an age related reduction in the ability to focus on near objects. This change occurs slowly and generally begins around age 40. Presbyopia will continue to gradually worsen until around age 65.

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