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    McCann bothered by blurred vision  Apr 19, 2009
    Brian McCann said he has had dryness and poor vision in that eye since the opening series at Philadelphia, and still doesn t know whether it s from an irritant or if his vision has already changed since Lasik surgery in 2007 ... If his vision has changed, he probably would have another Lasik procedure. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Finley saves Spurs from opening playoffs on road  Apr 16, 2009
    The smart choice for affordable LASIK. Free exam. San Antonio residential real estate and relocation services. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)

    Stem Cells Repair Damaged Corneas in Mice  Apr 14, 2009
    However, the LASIK corrective eye surgery renders corneas unsuitable for transplantation, which could mean a shortage in years to come, Funderburgh said. Transplanted corneas have a low risk of rejection, and patients don't even need to take immunosuppressant drugs, Bensinger said. (MEDLINEplus)

    Comprehensive Review Confirms High LASIK Patient Satisfaction  Apr 13, 2009
    12, 2009) This peer-reviewed report provides a systematic worldwide overview of LASIK patient satisfaction as of 2008 ... LASIK has been assessed and improved by more than a decade of clinical studies and technological innovation since the procedure was introduced ... 3 million surgeries have been performed worldwide to date, and about one million LASIK surgeries are done annually in the United States. (Science Daily)

    Transplanting hope  Apr 10, 2009
    Cancer patients who have undergone radiation and chemotherapy, people who have suffered from eye problems such as glaucoma and cataracts, and people who have undergone LASIK surgery can still be donors in most instances, she said. Dr. Gary Stremcha of the Havre Optometric Clinic said that the best way to ensure eyes stay healthy enough to donate and healthy enough to avoid needing a transplant is to "have routine examinations and protect your eyes against injuries." According to SightLife's Web... (Havre Daily News, MT)

    Stem cell therapy makes cloudy corneas clear, according to Pitt researchers  Apr 9, 2009
    "Transplants have a high success rate, but they don't last forever. The current popularity of LASIK corrective eye surgery is expected to substantially reduce the availability of donor tissue because the procedure alters the cornea in a way that makes it unsuitable for transplantation.". A few years ago, Dr. Funderburgh and other University of Pittsburgh researchers identified stem cells in a layer of the cornea called the stroma, and they recently showed that even after many rounds of expansion... (EurekAlert!)

    Spurs' Ginobili out for rest of season  Apr 7, 2009
    The smart choice for affordable LASIK. Free exam. 100% Money back guarantee on San Antonio Spurs Tickets. (Yahoo News)

    Incidence of Eye Infections Significantly Greater Among People Who Sleep While Wearing Contact Lenses, States Kevin Niksarli, MD of Manhattan Lasik Ce  Apr 4, 2009
    Therefore wearing contact lenses during sleep carries a greater risk of complications than removing and disinfecting the lenses daily, according to Kevin Niksarli, MD of Manhattan Lasik Center ... These corneas need intense rehabilitation, treatment with medications, and stoppage of contacts, before they are ready for LASIK eye surgery ... When contact lenses remain in the eyes continuously for several days, the risk of these problems increases exponentially, comments Kevin Niksarli, MD, board... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    Pena earns spot on Royals' roster  Apr 4, 2009
    169 and, with his vision troubling him, underwent Lasik surgery right after the season. This spring he has batted. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)

    Treat yourself while contributing to a good cause  Apr 3, 2009
    Auction items include restaurant gift certificates; beauty items, such as haircuts and manicures; health and fitness, including lasik eye surgery, athletic club memberships, personal trainers and massages; family and social events, such as family photographs, skating parties, yoga parties, and a gourmet lobster dinner; and vacation stays in Nantucket, New Hampshire, Vermont, plus rounds of golf at local courses. To see a list of all auction items, visit the WHS Web site Junior Auction page at... (Wellesley Townsman, MA)

    Setting sights on new clinic  Mar 27, 2009
    The larger of the two structures, which measures 12,314 square feet, is the site of the relocated and renamed UltraVision Lasik and Aesthetic Center ... While UltraVision has developed a successful niche for itself with LASIK surgeries, the practice also offers other ophthalmology services including cornea transplants and cataract surgery. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)

    Collagen Injections Can Help Some Incontinence Patients When Surgery Fails, Researcher Finds  Mar 23, 2009
    Ophthalmologists have developed new software that analyzes the shape of the patient's cornea during the LASIK procedure and automatically adjusts the. . (Science Daily)

    Sneak peek at our 2009 MLB PVRs  Mar 20, 2009
    Brewers You always have to pay attention to a player coming off a poor season who undergoes offseason Lasik surgery. Hall could be a major steal late as everybody is scared away by his. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)

    Hall ready to return to 2006 form  Mar 19, 2009
    Brewers third baseman seeing the ball better after Lasik eye surgery ... Fortunately, he's nowhere near as confused about his job, with a now-healthy left calf, more confidence at the plate as a result of offseason Lasik eye surgery and a more agile frame after a drop of 15 pounds. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)

    Zambrano works out arm, swing  Mar 18, 2009
    He has delayed Lasik surgery on his right eye until after the regular season ends. He's got other things to focus on, like the 2009 regular season. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)

    Business people  Mar 17, 2009
    The designation means that Lorenz, of The Eye Clinic of North Dakota, is one of the Sightpath Medical leading LASIK surgeons. A University of North Dakota graduate, Lorenz received his medical degree from the St. Louis University School of Medicine and did his ophthalmology residency and training at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Md. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)

    Boerne Business EXPO takes on new look (42)  Mar 16, 2009
    Other participants in the Wellness Fair include Diaz Vision Centers providing information on Lasik and cataract surgery, Hill Country Memorial Hospital, Hill Country Mission for Health providing health risk appraisals and blood pressure checks, Merle Norman offering free cosmetic samples, Salon Infusion providing mini makeovers for face and hair, and Texas Hills Vascular Specialists performing vascular screenings. The South Texas Blood and Tissue Mobile Unit will be accepting blood donations... (Boerne Star, TX)

    Hall passes test in Cactus debut  Mar 15, 2009
    " Hall wants to flash back further than 2008, when he hit .225 with 15 homers and 55 RBIs. More like it is 2006, when he smashed 35 homers and drove in 85 runs while hitting .270. His preparation for that return to the past had been impeccable. Lasik surgery sharpened his eyesight, and he also shed 15 pounds. Then his perfect offseason crumbled two days before he was to report to camp. Doing resistance workouts with rubber bands, he "felt something snap as I was running. " "At first, I thought... (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)

    WATER EXECUTIVE Forum Examines Stimulus Act's Impact on Water Business  Mar 9, 2009
    LASIK Starting at $299 per eye. International Business Information. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    Easy ways to protect your eyes  Mar 6, 2009
    Look at LASIK. Your vision stabilizes by your early 30s, making it an ideal time for this , says Clyde Kitchen, M.D., an ophthalmologist in California and the author of "Fact and Fiction of Healthy Vision: Eye Care for Adults and Children." An eye doc should confirm that you're a good candidate. LASIK does pose some risks: dry eyes, especially during the first six months after the procedure, and occasionally a halo affect during the dusk and evening hours. (CNN)

    Abbott Completes Acquisition of Advanced Medical Optics  Feb 27, 2009
    Abbott Medical Optics holds the number one position in LASIK surgical devices, the number two position in the cataract surgical device market and the number three position in contact lens care products. "As with previous acquisitions that have strengthened and diversified our business, we're entering a market that's aligned with demographic trends and growing medical need," said John M. Capek, executive vice president, Medical Devices, Abbott. (PR Newswire)

    Rick Fraunfelder, M.D. of the Casey Vision Correction Center in Portland, Oregon, Joins Elite Group of Surgeons Listed at Trusted LASIK Surgeons  Feb 26, 2009
    Trusted LASIK Surgeons launched its revolutionary Trusted LASIK Surgeons directory service and website at in order to provide a resource for consumers seeking to improve their vision and find a highly qualified surgeon who can help improve their chances of attaining 20-20 vision. What sets the Trusted LASIK Surgeons directory apart is a unique screening process ensuring that only those who are among the best in LASIK eye surgery and laser eye surgery in the United States are listed ... Trusted... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    Jurrjens to help Braves kick off slate  Feb 25, 2009
    After undergoing Lasik surgery in November, he returned to his native Curacao and began working on his mechanics. "I just wanted to work out like I did the year before," Jurrjens said. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)

    Duncan sits out, but Spurs crush Mavs 93-76  Feb 25, 2009
    San Antonio's #1 Lasik Provider. 100% Financing. (Yahoo News)

    Lasik proves to be cure for Royals' Pena  Feb 24, 2009
    Vision quest: Lasik surgery Pena's cure ... But, three days after the season, he underwent Lasik surgery. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)

    Legislation Proposed to Tighten Rules on Lasik Clinics  Feb 21, 2009
    An I-Team investigation of a local lasik clinic has prompted lawmakers to tighten the regulation of laser surgery centers. The bill introduced earlier this week will clarify an existing law that requires state health regulators to license some lasik clinics ... In addition to a discussion about the proposed lasik law, it will hear testimony related to the hepatitis C crisis in southern Nevada. (KLAS-TV)

    Gagne reluctantly backs out of Classic  Feb 21, 2009
    Gagne joined the legion of Brewers to undergo Lasik eye surgery over the winter, so fans will not see him trying to de-fog his signature goggles this season. Third baseman Bill Hall and pitcher Chris Capuano underwent similar procedures, joining catcher Jason Kendall, who did it last year. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)

    Immunosuppressant Medication May Be Cost-effective For Dry Eye Syndrome  Feb 20, 2009
    6, 2008) People with a certain low level of tear production are more likely to develop chronic dry eye syndrome after LASIK, laser refractive surgery to correct near- and far-sightedness than those with more. (Oct. (Science Daily)

    Working Toward Artificial Corneas  Feb 19, 2009
    Due to the detailed nature of the experiments, researchers from Cardiff University are making discoveries about the eye that should help to advance laser surgeries such as LASIK1 and contribute to the eventual development of an artificial cornea ... 6, 2008) People with a certain low level of tear production are more likely to develop chronic dry eye syndrome after LASIK, laser refractive surgery to correct near- and far-sightedness than those with more ... (May 3, 2006) A Mayo Clinic study... (Science Daily)

    Recession Doesn't Hold Back the Hottest Stocks  Feb 17, 2009
    It is also the worlds largest maker of devices used in Lasik eye surgery. Abbott offered $22 a share in cash on Jan. 12, causing shares to rise 143 percent that day. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)

    Piniella learned a lot from Cubs' collapse  Feb 14, 2009
    At the teams winter convention, Zambrano said he was considering Lasik surgery. He said he will not pitch for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic. (MSNBC -- Sports)

    Zambrano will pass on Classic  Feb 14, 2009
    Cubs ace may have Lasik eye surgery, cautious with shoulder ... -- The Cubs' Carlos Zambrano will not pitch in the World Baseball Classic to make sure he doesn't do anything to aggravate his right shoulder and also because he may undergo Lasik surgery on his right eye. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)

    Hall injures calf, out four to six weeks  Feb 14, 2009
    Hall underwent offseason Lasik surgery and was hoping for a bounce-back season after two down years. He batted. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)

    Piniella plans to manage Cubs differently in '09  Feb 14, 2009
    " Notes: Ace said he was taking eye drops for an infection in his right eye. At the team's winter convention, Zambrano said he was considering Lasik surgery. He said he will not pitch for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic. will play for Japan and not join the Cubs for spring training until next month. , who will battle Gregg for the closer's role, said he hopes to pitch for the Dominican Republic in the WBC. ... Piniella said he hasn't picked an opening day starter yet from Zambrano, , or... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)

    Cuddyer looks for his niche in outfield  Feb 13, 2009
    " But Cuddyer is now returning to an outfield that is suddenly crowded. In Cuddyer's absence last year, Denard Span took over in right field and emerged as the club's leadoff hitter. So the club has a total of four outfielders battling for three spots this spring -- Cuddyer, Span, Carlos Gomez and Delmon Young. Cuddyer said that his attitude on the outfield situation heading into spring has just been to arrive ready to go and ready to help the team. That meant working hard this winter to make... (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)

    BETTER LIFE: More on sexual health  Feb 11, 2009
    Sexual health - Better Life - USATODAY.com. Cupid Countdown, Day 1: Keeping love alive. (USA Today -- Life)

    Ask the LASIK Expert  Feb 8, 2009
    Why have LASIK laser vision correction. LASIK laser vision correction may free you from vision aids ... After LASIK surgery, glasses or contact lenses may no longer limit your activities. (KFOR Oklahoma City, OK)

    Starters should be strength for Cubs  Feb 8, 2009
    He is to undergo Lasik surgery on his right eye before Spring Training and says he'll see how he feels after the procedure. Big Z is eager to get things started. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)

    NASA gadget may predict if cataract is brewing  Feb 7, 2009
    And at Hopkins, ophthalmologist Dr. Walter Stark is using it to help tell if some patients complaining that their LASIK surgery for nearsightedness is wearing off need more vision-sharpening surgery or if they're really forming a cataract, which LASIK can't fix. Also, researchers are testing diabetics with a cataract-speeding eye disorder. (MSNBC -- Health)


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