Expertise is the mantra of modern medicine. Atul Gawande West Georgia Eye Care Center is the region’s only multi-specialty eye care provider. Why does that matter to you? If you’re considering a specialized surgery like LASIK, you want a specialized doctor performing it. Laser vision correction is performed on the part of the eye called… Read More
“LASIK is not right for you.” These might be the most important words you’ll ever hear from your eye surgeon. While LASIK surgery is an overwhelmingly safe and straightforward way to get free of glasses and contacts, it’s not for everyone. Consider Olympic bobsledder Steven Holcomb, winner of two bronze medals in the 2014 Sochi… Read More
Today is major league baseball season’s opening day! While our doctors and staff are loyal to their home team, the Atlanta Braves, one very special patient caught our attention and sparked our interest in another MLB team. West Georgia Eye Care Center had the honor of performing LASIK surgery for Brooks Brown, a pitcher for… Read More
How to describe Dr. Mayfield in one word? Popular! His patients are perhaps more like fans, ever-enthusiastic to promote him to family and friends. He has a solid reputation for being a kind and gentle surgeon, ministering to the person just as much as the person’s eyes. It’s no surprise, then, that Dr. Mayfield is in high… Read More
As 2014 quickly draws to a close, the best eye care advice is the same as it was at the start of the year: consult an ocular professional for your eye care needs, and remember that it matters who you see! Today, we will examine the frequently-foggy topic of LASIK candidacy. Can anyone get LASIK? Should everyone… Read More