It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. W. Andrew “Andy” Lyle, founder of The Eye Institute of Utah. Dr. Lyle was an extraordinary eye surgeon, a visionary leader, and a beloved figure within the community. His pioneering work in ophthalmology touched the lives of tens of thousands of people across…
Read More Meet our Mother’s Day 2024 LASIK Giveaway Winners! We are thrilled to announce the winners of the Eye Institute of Utah’s Mother’s Day 2024 LASIK Giveaway: Jennifer Okey and Ashton Cowan. These incredible women have each received a complimentary LASIK procedure, giving them the gift of clear vision. Ashton Cowan’s Experience Ashton has been wearing…
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While the minimum age for LASIK surgery is 18 years old, there is technically no age limit for laser vision correction. Candidacy for LASIK surgery is typically not dependent upon age, but upon the stability and health of the eye. However, there are certain requirements that any patient must meet in order to be determined…
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Authored By Kristin Bretz, MD Humphrey visual field (HVF) testing is an important tool to measure the degrees of functional vision for a patient. It helps to diagnose and follow glaucoma progression, find patterns of visual field loss to pinpoint anatomic lesions with masses or strokes, assess for optic nerve compression with thyroid eye disease, assess…
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For people with eye disorders who have spent their lives squinting at signs, misplacing glasses, or feeling mistreated, vision surgery can be life-changing. This is why LASIK surgery has been increasingly popular over the last decade — the procedure can correct many common vision issues that require patients to rely on glasses and contact lenses. …
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LASIK corrective eye surgery is often thought of as a very quick procedure with an equally fast recovery time. While it is true that the surgery itself only takes a matter of minutes, and you will likely see some immediate improvement in your vision, it’s essential to understand that full recovery from LASIK can take…
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Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) Surgery, sometimes called Implantable Contact Lens surgery, is a vision correction procedure in which an artificial lens also known as a phakic IOL is implanted behind a patient’s iris and in front of the natural lens. Eye surgeons can use ICL surgery to treat refractive errors such as nearsightedness or astigmatism. …
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Eye surgery can change many people’s lives, but the idea can seem daunting without an understanding of the different kinds of procedures and their risks. Two common procedures — IOL and ICL surgery — are used to treat a variety of vision conditions. ICL, short for implantable contact lens, is an artificial collamer lens implanted…
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LASIK surgery is a popular corrective vision option for many people. It helps create clearer vision while negating the need for contacts or glasses. For virtually all patients, LASIK is a permanent solution that improves nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. Several factors help determine whether you’re a good candidate for LASIK surgery. We’ll explore the most…
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If you’ve felt unproductive, exhausted, or complacent at work, you might be in a career rut — feeling stuck in your career without the satisfaction you need. Many people fall into a career rut during their working lives, particularly if they’ve spent years in the same position or fulfilled the same tasks. Career ruts can…
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