For the past 8 years, I have counseled with LASIK patients who have experienced complications with LASIK surgeries. Complications are relatively rare in LASIK but when they do occur they can be traumatic and difficult for patients to manage. LASIK complications result in dissatisfaction with the results and often a reduction in vision quality or comfort. Oftentimes LASIK patients no longer trust their LASIK surgeon and feel that the surgeon was dishonest or disingenuous with them. Patients frequently feel that the surgeon is not forthcoming with information and/or secretive regarding the events that occurred.

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