Michael J. Collins, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. In addition, he has completed advanced fellowship training in cornea and refractive surgery, a unique accomplishment that requires an extra year of education and provides a high level of expertise. He specializes in state-of-the-art corneal, cataract and refractive surgery. Dr. Collins is recognized by his peers as a leader in ophthalmic surgery and has received awards and recognition for his work in the field of vision correction, including being named one of "America's Top Ophthalmologists" multiple times by the Consumers' Research Council of America. Dr. Collins is also a highly coveted speaker who lectures at national and international conferences, including the annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology where he teaches ophthalmology professionals the latest technologies and techniques.
Dr. Collins and his staff recognize the importance of meticulous testing and examination both before and after surgery. This focus on the highest quality patient care ensures optimum surgical results for each patient.
To schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Collins, contact his Fort Myers office at (800) 868-1541 or his Bonita Springs office at (800) 868-1541.
More About Refractive Surgery with Dr. Collins
Dr. Collins has been a leader in bringing the best diagnostic and treatment technology to the southwest Florida region. The Orbscan instrument, which provides a three-dimensional map of the cornea, is used to determine if a patient is a good candidate for surgery. For LASIK, the Bausch & Lomb Technolas 217z with Zyoptix wavefront-guided excimer laser system is used. This newest generation flying spot/true scanning laser is designed to increase accuracy and produce an extremely smooth corneal surface, promoting faster healing and resulting in better vision. More LASIK procedures are performed with Technolas lasers worldwide than with any other system. In addition, Dr. Collins offers 100 percent blade-free LASIK surgery using the advanced IntraLase method, which allows many patients who were not candidates for LASIK to achieve visual freedom.
Dr. Collins also offers ASA (advanced surface ablation) for patients who may not be good candidates for LASIK. To correct presbyopia (the inability to see up close), conductive keratoplasty (CK) is also available. Dr. Collins also implants the newest technology IOLs (intraocular lenses), including the ReSTOR and ReZoom lenses (which simultaneously correct for near and distance vision) and Verisyse ICLs (which help patients with high myopia who do not qualify for LASIK). Dr. Collins also offers the revolutionary Crystalens IOL, an accommodating lens that allows patients to seamlessly transition from near to distant objects.
Dr. Collins' expertise extends beyond refractive surgery. He performs state-of-the-art, no-stitch, no-injection cataract surgery and the most advanced management and treatment for glaucoma, macular degeneration, dry eyes and retinal disease.
More About Dr. Collins
Michael J. Collins, MD, completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville and his medical degree at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. He then completed his residency in ophthalmology at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta. After residency, Dr. Collins performed advanced fellowship training in cornea and refractive surgery at the world-renowned Hunkeler Eye Centers in Kansas City. He is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the American Medical Association and the Collier and Lee County Medical Societies.
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