As part of our commitment to offer the highest level of patient care and most advanced technology, we are excited to announce that we are the first facility in Utah to acquire the WaveLight® Refractive Suite – a state-of-the-art laser system used for laser vision correction surgeries such as LASIK and PRK. The WaveLight® Refractive…
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Our eyes help us to understand and appreciate the beauty of the world around us, truly adding to our overall quality of life. Age-Related Macular Degeneration, or AMD, can prevent you from enjoying the wonderful benefits of healthy vision. AMD is the leading cause of vision loss and blindness in Americans 65 and older, so…
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We have great news for patients that have astigmatism and high levels of myopia (or nearsightedness) who may not currently be candidates for vision correction surgery with LASIK, PRK or the standard ICL. A recent vote by an advisory panel for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ruled in favor of recommending approval of…
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Today marked a bitter-sweet but momentous occasion at The Eye Institute of Utah. Employees gathered around to roast marshmallows and say goodbye to the beloved granite fireplace that has warmed the main waiting room in the first floor clinic since the ophthalmology practice opened back in 1980, more than 30 years ago. The fireplace is…
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Make a resolution to start the New Year with new and improved eyesight! At The Eye Institute of Utah, we offer free* LASIK consultations where you will be able to learn about the procedures, technology and financing available. If you call to schedule your appointment now, you can also receive $1,000 off ($500 off per…
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Are you tired of wearing glasses and contacts? Are you ready to experience clear, hassle-free vision when you enjoy your favorite activities such as swimming, camping and skiing? It’s time you reward yourself with the gift of improved sight for the holiday season! Now is a great time to utilize your FLEX Spending Account and…
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New study shows that people who undergo cataract surgery to correct vision impairment live longer. A recent study indicated that people who suffer from vision loss related to cataracts that go through with cataract surgery, lower their long-term mortality risk by 40 percent compared to people that choose not to have surgery.1 The data used…
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Dr. Robert Cionni, Medical Director of The Eye Institute of Utah and a world renowned cataract and refractive specialist, was recently featured as a meeting reporter for the ASCRS 2013 Winter Update. ASCRS, or the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, conducts meetings throughout the year where thousands of ophthalmologists and other ophthalmic professionals…
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January marks the time of year when people are working to keep their New Year’s resolutions. Maybe you want to lose weight, save money, eat healthier or quit smoking. One resolution you should consider is visiting your doctor more, specifically your eye doctor. Yearly eye exams can save your sight and even your life as…
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If you’ve been told before that LASIK isn’t an option for you because you have severe myopia (nearsightedness), dry eye, or thin corneas then the Visian ICL may be a perfect fit for you. The Visian ICL surgery is an out patient procedure typically lasting 15 minutes.
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