LASIK Co-Management in Albany: What to Expect Before and After Your Procedure

Choosing LASIK is an important decision, and having consistent eye care before and after your procedure can make the process easier to navigate. At Optique Vision, we provide LASIK and PRK co-management in Albany, helping patients prepare for refractive surgery and receive continued eye care throughout recovery. Dr. Elisa B. Perreault specializes in LASIK pre- and post-operative co-management.

What Is LASIK Co-Management?

LASIK co-management allows your optometrist and LASIK surgeon to work together during different stages of your care. The surgeon performs the procedure, while your optometrist helps with pre-operative evaluations and post-operative follow-up care.

This coordinated approach gives patients a familiar local provider who can monitor their eye health, answer questions, and communicate with the surgical team when needed.

Preparing for LASIK

Before LASIK surgery, a comprehensive evaluation is necessary to determine whether your eyes are appropriate for the procedure. Your eye health, vision prescription, corneal measurements, and other factors are considered as part of the surgical planning process.

During LASIK co-management in Albany, we can help you understand what to expect and prepare for your surgical consultation. Depending on your individual situation, preparation may include temporarily discontinuing contact lens wear so accurate measurements can be taken.

Before your procedure, patients may be advised to:

•          Follow instructions regarding when to stop wearing contact lenses

•          Avoid eye makeup, creams, and lotions around the eyes before surgery

•          Review medications and medical history with the surgical team

•          Arrange transportation home after the procedure

•          Ask questions about recovery, eye drops, and activity restrictions

What Happens After LASIK?

Follow-up care is an important part of LASIK co-management. After surgery, your vision may initially appear blurry or hazy, and temporary dryness can occur. Patients are typically given eye drops and specific instructions to support healing. A follow-up evaluation is generally performed within the first day or two, with additional visits scheduled as needed during recovery.

At Optique Vision, post-operative visits allow us to monitor your vision and eye health as your eyes heal. We can evaluate your progress, address concerns, and help ensure your recovery stays on track.

Ongoing Eye Care After LASIK

LASIK can significantly reduce dependence on glasses or contact lenses, but it does not replace routine eye care. Your eyes can still develop dry eye, glaucoma, cataracts, or other conditions unrelated to your refractive surgery. Continuing comprehensive eye exams helps us protect your long-term vision and monitor changes as you age.

If you are considering LASIK and want coordinated care close to home, schedule a LASIK co-management consultation with Optique Vision to learn more. Contact our office in Albany, NY, by calling (518) 302-2106 to book an appointment today.