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Empire Eye and Laser Center office in Bakersfield, California
2 NPI-verified surgeonsNo. 1 of 4 in BakersfieldVerified

Empire Eye and Laser Center

LASIK and refractive surgery · Bakersfield, California

LASIK price per eye
Not published
Procedures
4
Surgeons
2
Offices in area
1
Index score
7.8 / 10

What does Empire Eye and Laser Center offer?

Empire Eye and Laser Center is a LASIK and refractive surgery practice in Bakersfield, California. It performs LASIK, PRK, SMILE and EVO ICL. Its surgeons Dr. Andrew Kao and Dr. Daniel Chang are NPI-verified ophthalmologists.

Empire Eye and Laser Center performs procedures using the Zeiss VisuMax platform and EVO ICL technology. Empire Eye and Laser Center offers all-laser bladeless LASIK. The practice provides a free consultation for patients. Empire Eye and Laser Center offers financing through CareCredit. The practice advertises a discount of $500 off SMILE, LASIK, and EVO ICL procedures. Empire Eye and Laser Center does not publish a base price per eye.

Empire Eye and Laser Center doctors are Daniel Chang and Andrew Kao. Both doctors are NPI-verified ophthalmologists. Empire Eye and Laser Center includes these two surgeons in its published information. The practice does not publish details regarding an enhancement plan or the acceptance of HSA or FSA accounts. Empire Eye and Laser Center maintains one office location in Bakersfield.

How much does LASIK cost at Empire Eye and Laser Center?

Empire Eye and Laser Center does not publish a LASIK price. It advertises an offer, $500 OFF SMILE, LASIK, EVO ICL, without a base price, so the offer cannot be compared with other practices.

Procedures at Empire Eye and Laser Center Verified
ProcedureWhat it isOffered
LASIKA corneal flap is created and the tissue beneath it is reshaped with an excimer laser.Offered
PRKSurface laser treatment with no flap. The outer cell layer is removed and the cornea is reshaped with an excimer laser.Offered
SMILEA femtosecond laser cuts a small lens-shaped piece of corneal tissue, which the surgeon removes through a short incision.Offered
EVO ICLAn implantable collamer lens is placed inside the eye, behind the iris and in front of the natural lens.Offered
Refractive lens exchangeThe natural lens is replaced with an artificial intraocular lens, using the same technique as cataract surgery.Not listed

Who are the surgeons at Empire Eye and Laser Center?

Empire Eye and Laser Center has 2 doctors on record. All 2 are verified in the federal NPI registry as ophthalmologists practising in California. NPI verification confirms identity and specialty. Licence status sits with the California medical board.

Doctors at Empire Eye and Laser Center
NameNPI statusSpecialtyNPI number
Andrew Kao, MD✓ VerifiedOphthalmology1154685360
Daniel Chang, MD✓ VerifiedOphthalmology1184618266

What laser technology does Empire Eye and Laser Center use?

Femtosecond laser
Zeiss VisuMax

Creates the LASIK flap without a blade, or the lenticule in SMILE.

Implantable lens
EVO ICL

A lens placed inside the eye without removing the natural lens.

What do patients say about Empire Eye and Laser Center?

4.9
Google rating · 925 reviews
  • Reviewers report that the staff is professional and welcoming during office visits.
  • Several reviewers mention that the doctors explain surgical procedures and results in a clear manner.
  • One reviewer notes that the wait times at the facility are short.
5.0 · Kevin Harper2 months ago

I had a great experience from the moment I walked in the door. Office staff greeted me and since I was a new patient I was handed a clip board with the necessary forms to be filled out. A short time after that I was called and led to an exam room. The Doctor came in shortly and we talked about why I was there and she told me what we would be doing and the exam started. When the exam was done she explained what she found. I’m glad to report she didn’t find anything that required a follow up. I would recommend Empire Eye to everyone.

5.0 · Becky Duke2 months ago

I couldn’t have been more pleased with my experience with Dr. Koa. In the beginning he listened carefully to what my goals were with my cataract surgery. He then came up with a suitable plan that would meet my goals. He was gentle and kind in his manner and proved to be an excellent surgeon as well. He made the “assembly line” surgery experience seem personal and caring.

5.0 · Nancy Fawcett5 months ago

This is a wonderful facility. I was greeted with a smile, and the wait was not long. The staff was exceptional while doing all of the measurements and diagnostic tests. Dr. Chang was professional and very thorough. He explained my results clearly and kindly which helped me understand my options. I met another staff member who explained timing of treatment and any expenses I would have. I highly recommend Empire Eye.

5.0 · Carol Gann5 months ago

From the moment we walked through the front doors we were greeted with smiles and professionalism. The ladies who took images of my eyes were warm and comforting. I felt completely informed and comfortable with my cataract surgery. Everyone who works there, both in the surgical center and main office, were helpful and happy. This goes to show that Dr. Chang must treat his employees as well as he treats his patients. I will be returning to have my other eye surgery soon.

5.0 · Kristy Allen3 months ago

I was recently a guest at the surgery center for cataracts and I have not been treated any better than the fancy hospitals I’ve been to in the past the staff was incredibly kind and helpful and I noticed they were that way with all the patients young and old rich and poor all treated wonderfully.Dr.Kao Is a terrific surgeon and we are fortunate to have this center in Bakersfield seven minutes away from my .home. I would recommend this great facility to anyone in the whole valley….

5.0 · Debbie Taylor3 months ago

The Doctor was informative and caring. He explained procedure, pros and cons. The entire staff helped calm my nerves about the procedure . Thank you

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Where are the Empire Eye and Laser Center offices?

Empire Eye and Laser Center

4105 Empire Drive
Bakersfield, CA 93309
661-325-3937
Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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Questions about Empire Eye and Laser Center

Does Empire Eye and Laser Center publish its LASIK price?

No. Empire Eye and Laser Center does not publish a per-eye LASIK price. It advertises an offer ("$500 OFF SMILE, LASIK, EVO ICL") without a base price. A quote means booking a consultation.

Who are the LASIK surgeons at Empire Eye and Laser Center?

Empire Eye and Laser Center has 2 doctors on record: Andrew Kao and Daniel Chang. All are verified as ophthalmologists in the federal NPI registry. Ask which surgeon would treat you, and check that surgeon's licence with the California medical board.

How is Empire Eye and Laser Center rated?

Empire Eye and Laser Center has a Google rating of 4.9 from 925 reviews and an Index score of 7.8 out of 10, which ranks it 1st of 4 LASIK practices in Bakersfield.

Index score 7.8 / 10: google reputation, weighted by review count 4.5/5 · names its surgeons 0.75/0.75 · surgeon matched to the federal npi registry 0.75/0.75 · states procedures beyond lasik 0.75/1 · names its laser or diagnostic platforms 0.5/0.5 · hours and contact details on public record 0.5/0.5. Data verified . Sources and methodology