David R. Shapiro, MD
Shapiro Laser Eye Center
1280 S. Victoria Avenue, Suite 260
Ventura, California 93003
(877) 385-5809
Dr. David R. Shapiro
LASIK laser vision correction in Ventura, Thousand Oaks and the surrounding area
Dr. David R. Shapiro is a board-certified ophthalmologist whose practice is devoted entirely to laser vision correction surgery. Over the course of his distinguished career, Dr. Shapiro has successfully completed over 20,000 procedures. Among his peers he is considered to be a leading authority on refractive surgery. Dr. Shapiro has been acknowledged by EyeWorld as one of the world's leading refractive surgeons, and he has been named among the "Nation's Top Refractive Surgeons" by Primary Care Optometry News. Additionally, Dr. Shapiro was voted one of the "30 World Leaders in LASIK Surgery" in an international survey from EyeWorld magazine. He was also named "one of the country's top laser specialists" by NBC Channel 4 News of Los Angeles, as well as one of the top laser eye surgeons in the U.S. by leading laser manufacturer VISX.
Shapiro Laser Eye Center
Dr. Shapiro is dedicated to providing the best treatment utilizing the latest laser vision correction technologies available. He is a recognized pioneer in the field of ophthalmology who has participated at every stage of the development of new technologies for refractive surgery. Dr. Shapiro helped to guide the evolution of custom wavefront-guided LASIK, a revolutionary innovation in vision correction surgery that has allowed surgeons to improve their patients' quality of vision with increased accuracy. Custom wavefront LASIK has enabled surgeons to correct even higher-order aberrations — the smallest refractive errors — as well as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. In addition, Dr. Shapiro was among the world's first surgeons to publish articles focusing on the revolutionary potential of wavefront-guided technology.
Dr. Shapiro has an intimate understanding of the patient's perspective because he himself had refractive surgery to correct his vision problems. (He now has 20/20 vision). His personal experience with vision correction surgery gives him a unique advantage when performing LASIK.
To schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Shapiro free of charge, call the Shapiro Laser Eye Center today at (877) 385-5809.
Additional Information on Shapiro Laser Eye Center
Dr. Shapiro's focus on laser vision correction enables him and his team at Shapiro Laser Eye Center to customize each patient's treatment for optimal safety, relaxation and comfort.
The vision correction team at Shapiro Laser Eye Center is extremely well-qualified, having assisted Dr. Shapiro in over 20,000 procedures over the past 17 years.
Shapiro Laser Eye Center houses some of the world's most advanced laser vision correction technologies, including the VISX CustomVue Wavescan Aberrometer, a state-of-the-art device used to create a detailed "optical fingerprint" of each patient's cornea, as well as the VISX Star S4 IR excimer laser platform, one of the most accurate lasers available.
The Shapiro Laser Eye Center's leading-edge surgical suite includes an advanced microfiltration system as well as environmental controls to maximize air purity, temperature, humidity and flow rates, ensuring the atmosphere is right for their equipment so that it delivers the best possible visual outcomes.
During the LASIK procedure, Dr. Shapiro uses the VISX CustomVue Wavescan Aberrometer to create a customized "optical fingerprint" (3-D map) of the patient's cornea. (This is used to program the excimer laser prior to surgery). Dr. Shapiro then makes a tiny flap on the surface of the cornea and utilizes the VISX Star S4 IR excimer laser system to alter the shape of the cornea. Next, the flap is returned to its original location. The procedure usually takes just a few minutes, after which most patients experience improved vision.
Patients who are not good candidates for LASIK may choose another type of wavefront-guided surgery known as wavefront-guided photorefractive keratectomy (PRK). This procedure does not involve the creation of a corneal flap; instead the customized laser treatment is applied directly to the surface of the eye. Dr. Shapiro can assist you in determining which procedure is best for your situation.
More About Dr. Shapiro
David R. Shapiro, MD, received a degree in medicine from UCSF School of Medicine and went on to complete his residency in ophthalmology at UC Davis. Following his residency, he did a two-year fellowship in refractive surgery with the esteemed J. Charles Casebeer, MD, sometimes referred to as "the father of modern refractive surgery." Dr. Shapiro is one of just 14 surgeons worldwide to have completed an extensive one-on-one fellowship under Dr. Casebeer's direction.
Dr. Shapiro is committed to advancing the fields of laser eye surgery and ophthalmology and continues to provide instruction to other eye surgeons. He has taught advanced refractive surgery methods to over 1,000 eye surgeons from various nations and has been invited to be an instructor at some of the most world's most prestigious universities, including Stanford University, UCLA, UC Davis, and UC Irvine. Dr. Shapiro has also been invited to lecture on refractive surgery topics at meetings hosted by prominent organizations such as the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Dr. Shapiro has been an investigator for a number of FDA clinical trials related to LASIK vision correction and was an important contributor to the design of several LASIK instruments. He has also contributed to textbooks focusing on refractive surgery and has published over 30 important papers.
Patients having LASIK surgery with Dr. Shapiro can rest assured that he brings exceptional surgical skill and years of experience to their surgery.