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Helping patients seeking LASIK in Boston and the surrounding area

Helen K. Wu, MD; Michael H. Goldstein, MD; Dan J. Hu, MD; and Kenneth R. Kenyon, MD, are board-certified ophthalmologists specializing in refractive surgery. These gifted surgeons have performed laser vision correction on thousands of patients to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. They are considered experts in refractive surgery and carry on the rich tradition of Tufts University and Tufts Medical Center as leaders in LASIK technology.

Excimer laser-based refractive surgery was first performed at the New England Eye Center in 1991 as part of the initial FDA clinical trials on photorefractive keratectomy (PRK). These trials ultimately led to the approval of the excimer laser for vision correction in 1995. New England Eye Center was one of the first centers in the Boston area to offer LASIK after its approval. Drs. Wu, Goldstein, Hu and Kenyon have trained numerous other ophthalmic surgeons on new advances in laser vision correction and are coveted speakers. The focus of the New England Eye Center is to do everything in their power to ensure the best possible outcomes for their patients.

In addition to providing first-class eye care, the New England Eye Center also participates in a variety of programs in order to make these sophisticated procedures more affordable and accessible for their patients. All of their patients are offered financing options through CareCredit and Chase Healthcare. In addition, the New England Eye Center offers some unique financing plans that aim at giving back to some of the most deserving and needy members of their community, including a discounted LASIK program to first responders, such as fire fighters, police officers, emergency medical technicians and a program specifically tailored for members of the United States military. The New England Eye Center also offers Vision Independence Program (VIP), which provides LASIK surgery to paraplegics and quadriplegics at no cost.

To schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Wu, Dr. Goldstein, Dr. Hu or Dr. Kenyon and learn more about your vision correction options, contact New England Eye Center at (888) 51-LASIK, (888) 515-2745 or (617) 636-7800.

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More About Vision Correction at New England Eye Center

New England Eye Center is chosen by LASIK patients for two reasons: their surgeons' experience and their commitment to quality care and patient satisfaction. The surgeons and medical staff of New England Eye Center evaluate each patient meticulously and determine the best individual treatment. For LASIK, the VISX Star S4 laser platform with CustomVue technology is used. This state-of-the-art laser platform incorporates sophisticated WaveScan wavefront-guided technology, which provides a measurement of the corneal curvature of each patient's eye in minute detail. This "corneal map" is then programmed into the excimer laser. After creating a tiny flap in the patient's cornea using the advanced Intralase femtosecond laser, the excimer laser is used to precisely reshape the cornea to the highest precision, thus ensuring the best possible visual outcome.

In addition to LASIK, New England Eye Center also offers PRK, LASEK and Epi-LASIK for laser vision correction, as well as conductive keratoplasty (CK) Intacs corneal rings and Visian implantable collamer lenses (ICLs). In addition, they offer several premium intraocular lens implants (IOLs) for cataract patients, including Crystalens, ReSTOR and ReZoom. They also provide other procedures such as Latisse eyelash growth treatment and IEK/Corneal transplants.

More About the Surgeons at New England Eye Center

Helen K. Wu, MD, is the Director of Refractive Surgery at the New England Eye Center and an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Tufts University. Dr. Wu completed her undergraduate degree in biology at the University of Michigan and her medical degree at The Ohio State University, College of Medicine. Her ophthalmology residency was performed at the University of Michigan's Kellogg Eye Center in Ann Arbor. Dr. Wu completed dual fellowship training in ocular immunology and uveitis and in cornea and refractive surgery, both at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. She plays a leadership role in several global ophthalmology organizations, including important committee memberships in the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. She has published numerous scientific papers related to refractive surgery and edited the textbook Refractive Surgery. Dr. Wu has served as a key investigator in numerous Food and Drug Administration clinical trials where new LASIK technologies are developed and perfected.

Michael H. Goldstein, MD, is Co-Director of Cornea, External Disease and Cataract Service and is an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Tufts University. He received his undergraduate degree from Williams College in Williamstown, Massachusetts, and his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago. He completed his residency in ophthalmology at Boston University Medical Center. Dr. Goldstein performed fellowship training in cornea and refractive surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Eye and Ear Institute. He has lectured often about his advances in LASIK surgery to an international audience. Dr. Goldstein has published numerous scientific articles on the cornea and refractive surgery and is one of the few refractive surgeons who also receives grant funding for research into corneal healing from the National Institutes of Health and National Eye Institute. He is a member of the major ophthalmology organizations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. Before joining the New England Eye Center, Dr. Goldstein was the Director of Refractive Surgery at the University of Florida in Gainesville.

Dan J. Hu, MD, received his Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. He earned a Doctor of Medicine degree from Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Hu completed his general surgery internship and ophthalmology residency at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, where he served his final year as the Chief Resident. He also received advanced fellowship training in cornea, external disease, anterior segment and refractive surgery at the New England Eye Center and Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston. Dr. Hu is a published author whose articles have appeared in several highly regarded ophthalmology journals. A coveted speaker, he also frequently lectures at national ophthalmic conferences on the subjects of refractive surgery, cataract surgery and the use of amniotic membrane in ocular surface reconstruction. Dr. Hu is a member of several prestigious professional organizations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

Kenneth R. Kenyon, MD, received his undergraduate education at Harvard College and his medical degree at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He completed his residency and chief residency in ophthalmology at the Wilmer Institute at Johns Hopkins and a Cornea fellowship at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. He then assumed a faculty position at John Hopkins and subsequently directed the Cornea Service at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary for 12 years. Dr. Kenyon has performed refractive surgery since 1984 and has been an investigator in several clinical trials for refractive surgery. Dr. Kenyon is Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at Tufts University School of Medicine, Associate Clinical Professor at the Harvard Medical School, Senior Surgeon at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary and Senior Clinical Scientist at the Schepens Eye Research Institute. He has written more than 400 publications, including a definitive text on ocular trauma. Dr. Kenyon is fluent in German.

What do Patients Say About the Surgeons at New England Eye Center?

"The LASIK surgery is unbelievable. My vision is now better than 20/20 in both eyes and I see much better now than I ever did with contact lenses or glasses. The procedure was quick, easy, relatively pain free, and I was back to my full activity level the following day. After wearing contacts lenses and glasses most of my life, all the hassles are now gone! Dr. Goldstein, thank you!" —Wyc Grousbeck, Owner and President of Boston Celtics

"Up until the time I turned 30 I was happy wearing glasses. I had always worked in positions where I was supervising people older than me, and glasses helped me look more mature, intelligent, and wise. A while after I began working in fashion and my friends started having babies, I realized that I probably didn't need those glasses to look 'mature' anymore; I was getting older, and the glasses didn't help. The final straw? When the cashiers at Trader Joe's started calling me 'sir.'

Now, having had laser eye surgery, I could kick myself for waiting so long. If I'd have known how affordable, quick, and relatively easy it was five years ago, I would have definitely had it done sooner. Dr. Wu and everyone at the New England Eye Center were so easy to work with that I felt like I was almost family. They explained everything, answered all my questions, and made me feel at ease throughout the preparation, procedure, and follow-up care. I simply can't recommend them enough- and in fact I've sent a few people there already!" —Jason Salzenstein, Senior Editor, Style and Travel ⁄ EDGE Publications

"Dr. Goldstein and his staff are the best, I can't believe how easy the whole process was. 'The LASIK procedure is great, I went from 20/200 to 20/10! It's a good feeling not having to put on contacts to play basketball and having the stress about losing them during the game. I would highly recommend Dr. Goldstein to anyone interested in having LASIK. I can't wait to get back on the court next season." —Tony Allen #42 – Boston Celtics, Professional Basketball Player

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