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If you live in Lincoln Park, clear vision is closer than you think. At Kraff Eye Institute, we help Lincoln Park residents see better with LASIK eye surgery. No more fumbling for your glasses when you wake up. No more contacts drying out during your commute. Whether you're nearsighted, farsighted, or dealing with astigmatism, our iDesign technology can help you see the world clearly again. And you know what? You deserve the best vision!
Dr. Colman Kraff has been doing this work since 1991. He's performed over 70,000 laser vision procedures right here in Chicago. Our downtown office sits at 25 E Washington St, which makes it easy to get here from Lincoln Park. Start with a free consultation where we'll figure out if LASIK works for you and which treatment fits your eyes best.
We use equipment that's as advanced as it gets. Most people get back to their normal routine within a day. When you're ready to ditch the glasses, give us a call at (312) 444-1111.
Para programar una consulta, llame (312) 444-1111. Para solicitar información sobre otros servicios, complete nuestro Formulario de consulta de corrección de la visión.
Programar consultaLASIK helps you stop depending so much on glasses or contacts. If you're 18 or older and your vision prescription hasn't changed much in the past year, you might be a good fit. We treat nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. The laser reshapes your cornea so light focuses right where it should on your retina.
The whole thing takes just 30 minutes for both eyes. You'll be awake during the treatment, but numbing drops keep you comfortable the whole time. The actual laser work takes less than a minute per eye. It sounds quick because it is.
After your procedure, 90% of people get back to their daily activities within 24 hours. About 99% end up with at least 20/40 vision, which means you can legally drive in Illinois without glasses. Many people hit 20/20 or even better.
Our downtown office at 25 E Washington St is easy to reach from Lincoln Park via CTA. Call (312) 444-1111 to book your free consultation and find out if you're a candidate.
you want the most precise laser vision correction available, iDesign Custom LASIK might be your answer. This works really well for people with higher prescriptions or lots of astigmatism. Your treatment gets customized based on what your specific eyes need and not a one-size-fits-all approach.
The iDesign system maps over 1,200 points on your cornea before we do anything. That detailed map catches every tiny thing about your eye that matters. The result is way more accurate than the measurements older LASIK systems used to take. This means better outcomes for you.
People who go with iDesign often see sharper at night and notice better overall clarity. The technology picks up on details that older LASIK systems would miss completely. You get a treatment plan designed just for your eyes and we think that’s kinda cool.
We use this equipment at our Chicago office for everyone from Lincoln Park. A lot of professionals from your neighborhood pick iDesign because they want the best possible results. Call (312) 444-1111 to find out if you're a good candidate for this customized treatment.
If the idea of a blade near your eye makes you nervous, all-laser LASIK should put your mind at ease. This modern approach uses only lasers from start to finish. No blade ever gets near your eye.
With traditional LASIK, a small blade creates the corneal flap. All-laser LASIK swaps that blade for a precise laser system instead. The laser makes a more accurate flap, which means your cornea heals faster after surgery.
This method cuts down your risk of complications compared to blade-based techniques. You still get that same quick recovery time that makes LASIK so popular. Most people are back at work and doing their normal routine within 24 hours.
At Kraff Eye Institute, we use an all-laser system for every single LASIK procedure we do. This technology is available to everyone from Lincoln Park who qualifies for LASIK. Your safety matters to us, which is why we invest in the best equipment we can get.
Busy If you see fine up close but everything far away looks fuzzy, LASIK can fix that. Maybe you can't read street signs while driving down Clark Street. Maybe watching a game at a bar means squinting at the TV from across the room. Tons of contact lens wearers in Lincoln Park choose LASIK because they're sick of the daily lens routine.
LASIK works by flattening your cornea to fix how light focuses in your eye. Once your cornea heals, you'll see clearly at all distances. No more glasses for driving to work. No more hunting for your glasses just to see what time it is.
Most people with nearsightedness get 20/20 vision or better after LASIK. The procedure takes just 30 minutes for both eyes. Within a day, you can get back to most of your normal routine.
This is super popular among Lincoln Park folks who commute downtown for work. You'll finally be able to walk around the lakefront or through the neighborhood parks without needing prescription sunglasses. Call (312) 444-1111 to schedule your free consultation and see if LASIK can fix your nearsightedness.
The cost of LASIK changes based on your prescription and which technology we use for your treatment. Look, nobody likes surprise bills. That's why your free consultation gives you exact pricing customized for your eyes. We offer flexible financing through CareCredit, so you can make low monthly payments that fit your budget. A lot of our patients use their HSA or FSA funds to cover LASIK surgery. All your follow-up exams are included in your procedure cost, so you won't see surprise bills later.
LASIK has been FDA approved since 1997, giving it over 25 years of proven results. More than 95% of LASIK patients report satisfaction with their surgery outcomes according to clinical research published by the National Institutes of Health (1). Complication rates with modern technology stay below 1%. Dr. Kraff has performed over 70,000 LASIK procedures during his career. Your free consultation includes a complete safety screening to make sure LASIK is right for you.
Most people see clearly within 24 hours after their LASIK surgery. About 90% of people get back to their normal daily activities the next day. You should plan to rest for 4 to 6 hours right after your procedure. Skip swimming and hard exercise for one week while your eyes heal. Your vision stabilizes quickly, though full healing may continue over several months.
You need to be at least 18 years old to have LASIK surgery. Your prescription needs to be stable for one year before treatment. Your corneal thickness and overall eye health matter most when we figure out candidacy. Certain medical conditions may disqualify you, affecting about 20% of people who hope to get LASIK. A free consultation with Dr. Kraff determines if you qualify for the procedure. If LASIK doesn't work for you, we offer other options like PRK, RLE, or EVO ICL.
Numbing drops make the LASIK procedure painless for you. You might feel mild pressure for about 30 seconds per eye during the flap creation. You won't feel any pain during the actual laser treatment, which lasts less than 1 minute. Some mild discomfort is possible after surgery, like watery eyes or stinging. Any discomfort you feel usually lasts only a couple of hours. We give you oral pain medication if you need it after your procedure.
Yes, LASIK works really well for most cases of astigmatism. Our iDesign technology can treat high levels of astigmatism that other practices might turn away. The procedure works well for people who have both nearsightedness and astigmatism together. Your consultation includes corneal mapping to confirm you qualify for treatment. About 96% of patients get the vision results they want after LASIK.
Plan to be at Kraff Eye Institute for about 2 hours total on your surgery day. The actual LASIK procedure takes 30 minutes for both of your eyes. The laser treatment itself is less than 1 minute per eye. We include recovery room time after your procedure before you head home. Your next-day follow-up exam takes about 15 minutes to complete.
LASIK doesn't stop the natural aging process that affects your eyes. Most people may need reading glasses when they reach their mid-40s to early 60s. This age-related change, called presbyopia, happens whether you have LASIK or not. We offer a monovision LASIK option for patients who already have presbyopia. You can talk about your long-term vision goals during your consultation with Dr. Kraff.
Most medical insurance plans don't cover elective LASIK surgery procedures. You should check with your specific insurance provider about your individual policy coverage. You can use HSA and FSA funds to pay for your LASIK treatment. CareCredit financing offers affordable monthly payment plans for qualified patients. Your free consultation includes a detailed cost breakdown so you know exactly what to expect.
A small instrument gently holds your eyelids open during the laser treatment. You can't blink while the laser portion of your procedure happens. The numbing drops get rid of any discomfort from the eyelid holder. Dr. Kraff talks you through the entire process step by step. There won't be any surprises during your LASIK procedure.
At Kraff Eye Institute, we've been serving Chicago patients for over three decades. Dr. Colman Kraff was the first ophthalmologist in the Chicagoland area to perform the VISX Excimer Laser procedure. He's got more than 35 years of experience in ophthalmology and has performed over 70,000 laser procedures since 1991.
We're one of only ten eye care centers in the United States selected for FDA clinical trials for new laser vision technology. Dr. Kraff is recognized nationally for his skill in performing hundreds of advanced laser correction procedures each year. He holds memberships in the American Board of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and the American College of Ophthalmic Surgeons.
Our practice uses the latest diagnostic equipment and treatment methods available. We offer top-level patient care with our iDesign technology and all-laser LASIK system. You can trust your vision to a team that puts your safety and results first.
Check out our Lincoln Park location page to learn more about how we serve your neighborhood.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4302464/
Getting here from Lincoln Park is pretty straightforward. If you're taking the CTA, hop on the Red Line south and get off at Lake or Washington. The Brown Line also works, you’d just take it to Washington/Wells. From either station, it's a short walk to our building at 25 E Washington. If you're driving, there are several parking garages nearby on Wabash and Dearborn. Street parking can be tricky downtown during the day, so plan a few extra minutes if you're looking for a meter. A lot of our Lincoln Park patients just take the train since parking downtown can be a hassle. The whole trip from Lincoln Park usually takes 15 to 20 minutes on the L.
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