Updegraff Laser Vision is proud to serve the Tampa community with unprecedented eye care. Updegraff Vision physicians are passionate about the health of your eyes and the success of your vision procedure. We continue to stay up-to-date with the latest technology and advancements in eye care.
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Stephen Updegraff, M.D., FACS, is one of the most experienced LASIK and refractive surgeons in the world. Dr. Updegraff is not only Board Certified by The American Board of Ophthalmology, he recently obtained re-certification in his sub-specialty, which is a mark of commitment to continuing education and staying current by being reviewed by his colleagues.
More than a talented surgeon, Dr. Steve Updegraff is a caregiver and patient advocate investing time in educating, training, and improving awareness about how to increase safety and improve outcomes for patients.
Dr. Brian Foster is a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist, Fellowship Trained Corneal Specialist, and Cataract Surgeon. Dr. Foster is experienced in bladeless laser cataract surgery, Refractive Implantable Lenses, and modern corneal transplantation, including DSAEK for Fuch’s Endothelial Dystrophy, DALK for keratoconus, and LASIK.
Education is very important to Dr. Foster. He has successfully fulfilled the requirements for Maintenance of Certification (MOC) to be certified as a Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology. MOC is a process that embodies the principles of lifelong learning and improvement.
LASIK is a laser vision correction procedure that corrects nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism in qualified patients. LASIK permanently reshapes the cornea to correct refractive errors. The result? You’ll experience improved vision and no longer have to depend on glasses or contact lenses to see the world around you!
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LASIK is a low-risk and painless procedure. Its minimal recovery time ensures that you’ll be back to doing the things you love in no time at all and enjoying it with the best vision of your life.
Why not schedule your free consultation with the LASIK specialists at Updegraff Laser Vision now?
Schedule Free ConsultationThe latest technology available for LASIK involves the use of a femtosecond laser. A femtosecond laser uses tiny pulses of laser light to perform the first step of LASIK: creating a corneal flap.
IntraLase® is a sophisticated computer which guides the laser with precision accuracy far superior to that of a traditional microkeratome. It can create an incision of the exact depth, diameter, location, and architecture desired. IntraLase® technology has led to better visual outcomes with higher percentages of patients achieving perfect vision. More importantly, IntraLase® has greatly reduced and nearly eliminated complications during the procedure.
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