Michael J. Collins, MD

Michael J. Collins, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. 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. He is also a highly coveted speaker who lectures at national and international meetings.

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.

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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 help determine if each 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 to LASIK, Dr. Collins 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 Lens (which simultaneously corrects for near and distance vision) and Verisyse (which helps those patients with high myopia who do not qualify for LASIK).

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 treatments for glaucoma, macular degeneration, dry eyes, and retinal disease.

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Dr. Michael Collins completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville and his medical degree at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. He 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, Kansas. He is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and the American Medical Association.

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