Surgical starting times vary. Your arrival time for surgery could be as early as 6:30 a.m. Several days before surgery a nurse from the Surgery Center will call you with your exact arrival time. If you wish to call Dr. Shingleton's staff earlier during the week prior to surgery, they will be able to give you an approximate arrival time.
Even though your operation itself may take less than 10 minutes, we require extra time for proper preoperative and postoperative care. You should plan to spend 3-4 hours at the Surgery Center. We are committed to providing the finest surgical care. You should commit the full day to your surgery and your recovery - all other activities should be postponed.
You should wear a loose shirt or a shirt that buttons in front. Do not wear jewelry.
Dr. Shingleton performs surgery on each and every patient. Surgical technicians and board-eligible fellows in ophthalmology assist Dr. Shingleton during surgery and visiting doctors from all around the world frequently observe the surgery on TV monitors to learn from Dr. Shingleton.
No, eye surgery for the vast majority of Dr. Shingleton's patients is pain-free. Most patients find the overall surgical experience to be pleasant.
The vast majority of Dr. Shingleton's state-of-the-art cataract surgery is accomplished without stitches. Certain types of cataracts are best treated with the use of stitches and they are used when necessary.
No. It is a misconception that a laser is commonly used to remove cataracts. Dr. Shingleton uses ultrasound (sound waves) -- the latest in cataract surgical technology -- to gently dissolve the cataract and remove it from the eye through a tiny incision.
However, new laser technology is being developed to assist in the removal of cataracts. This will be valuable for certain patients with specific needs.
A laser is occasionally used months or years after cataract surgery to open the normal capsule of the eye that surrounds the implant. In about 25% of patients, this capsule gradually thickens through a normal healing process and blurs the vision. This slight blurring can be corrected with a simple and painless laser procedure that takes only a few minutes.
Board-certified anesthesiologists supervise your anesthesia. They have some of the most extensive experience with eye surgery in the country. Your surgery will be virtually pain-free.
We are not currently able to allow family to watch during the COVID pandemic.
