With over 3 million cataract surgeries performed in the United States each year, cataract surgery is considered to be one of the safest and most effective of all medical procedures.



In the hands of a skilled surgeon like Dr. Walters, cataract surgery is a relatively simple outpatient procedure. Surgery is performed on one eye and then the surgery for the second eye is performed two to three weeks later. Cataract surgery typically takes between 10 to 20 minutes per eye. Patients usually experience little or no discomfort during the procedure and can usually return to their normal activities the day after surgery.



The Procedure



Dr. Walters makes a micro-incision at or near the cornea, gently washes away the cloudy lens, and inserts the new intraocular lens (IOL) into its permanent position. An IOL is a synthetic lens that replaces the natural lens of the eye. Advances in IOL design mean that refractive errors such as nearsightedness and farsightedness can also be corrected during cataract surgery. If you are interested in correcting these eyesight problems during your cataract surgery, please speak with Dr. Walters about your options.

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If you think you may be suffering from cataracts, call our office today to schedule a consultation.