
Cataract & Laser Institute
LASIK and refractive surgery · Fort Wayne, Indiana
- LASIK price per eye
- Not published
- Procedures
- 2
- Surgeons
- 8
- Offices in area
- 2
- Index score
- 4.6 / 10
What does Cataract & Laser Institute offer?
Cataract & Laser Institute is a LASIK and refractive surgery practice in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with 2 offices in the Fort Wayne area. It performs LASIK and EVO ICL. 6 of its surgeons are NPI-verified ophthalmologists.
Cataract & Laser Institute performs LASIK and EVO ICL procedures in Fort Wayne. Cataract & Laser Institute offers financing options through CareCredit. The practice does not publish information regarding specific laser or diagnostic platforms used for vision correction. Cataract & Laser Institute does not publish details about free consultations, HSA or FSA acceptance, or specific enhancement plans.
Cataract & Laser Institute employs William Keeling, Kuumba Long, Daniel Whipple, Michael Coleman, Randal Hughes, Carissa Barina, Gerta Mane, and Padma Ponugoti. Six of these doctors are NPI-verified ophthalmologists. Cataract & Laser Institute does not publish a specific price for LASIK per eye. The practice does not publish the professional credentials for Michael Coleman or Gerta Mane.
How much does LASIK cost at Cataract & Laser Institute?
Cataract & Laser Institute does not publish a LASIK price. A quote means booking a consultation.
| Procedure | What it is | Offered |
|---|---|---|
| LASIK | A corneal flap is created and the tissue beneath it is reshaped with an excimer laser. | ✓ Offered |
| PRK | Surface laser treatment with no flap. The outer cell layer is removed and the cornea is reshaped with an excimer laser. | Not listed |
| SMILE | A femtosecond laser cuts a small lens-shaped piece of corneal tissue, which the surgeon removes through a short incision. | Not listed |
| EVO ICL | An implantable collamer lens is placed inside the eye, behind the iris and in front of the natural lens. | ✓ Offered |
| Refractive lens exchange | The natural lens is replaced with an artificial intraocular lens, using the same technique as cataract surgery. | Not listed |
Who are the surgeons at Cataract & Laser Institute?
Cataract & Laser Institute has 8 doctors on record. 6 are verified in the federal NPI registry as ophthalmologists practising in Indiana. NPI verification confirms identity and specialty. Licence status sits with the Indiana medical board.
| Name | NPI status | Specialty | NPI number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carissa Barina, MD | ✓ Verified | Ophthalmology | 1245266600 |
| Daniel Whipple, MD | ✓ Verified | Ophthalmology | 1164413431 |
| Kuumba Long, MD | ✓ Verified | Ophthalmology | 1558400291 |
| Padma Ponugoti, MD | ✓ Verified | Ophthalmology | 1952419004 |
| Randal Hughes, MD | ✓ Verified | Ophthalmology | 1982690566 |
| William Keeling, MD | ✓ Verified | Ophthalmology | 1730171208 |
| Gerta Mane | Not verified | ||
| Michael Coleman | Not verified |
What laser technology does Cataract & Laser Institute use?
Cataract & Laser Institute does not name its laser or diagnostic platforms.
What do patients say about Cataract & Laser Institute?
- Several reviewers report positive interactions with the staff during their appointments.
- One reviewer notes that wait times for appointments and surgeries are short.
- Several reviewers mention that the doctors explain procedures clearly.
- One reviewer expresses dissatisfaction regarding the lack of information provided about pricing differences.
We were greeted by a very friendly and kind worker. She put us at ease for the appointment. Dr Miller was quick to figure out the issue and helpful to get things set up for the next step.
Most amazing, caring, kind team of folks! I had cataract surgery here and highly recommend. I was terrified about the surgery, and every single person educated me on what was happening, what to expect and provided reassurance. It truly is a superior team of people, and Dr. Coleman did an exceptional job with the surgery!
I was seen by referral from my family eye doctor. I was extremely unhappy with the overall treatment. Was told I had a variety of options for payment. $400 or $1800 and up to I believe $2500. This is the first and ONLY experience with this group of doctors. I asked an assistant what the difference is in low vs. Higher price. She told me she didn't know. I have many years of experience in the healthcare field. Never in 50 years have I experienced a fee system in healthcare. You made an appt, listened to recommended treatment options and decide on a plan. ...
Great Medical Care, but Privacy and Comfort Need Improvement** The doctors and nurses took wonderful care of my husband during his cataract procedure, and we are very grateful for their medical expertise. However, I am giving a 3 star rating instead of 5 for two specific reasons: 1. "Lack of Financial Privacy:" The staff members collecting payments were very loud. Announcing exactly how much a patient owes and asking how they want to pay in a voice loud enough for the entire waiting room to hear is highly unprofessional. It feels like a major boundary ...
Everybody was beyond , kind and considerate to my needs. When I was done, I had absolutely no questions. They were thorough and I had all the details I needed at my fingertips. I would recommend them to my husband ♥️
I was a little apprehensive on this examination of my eyes. I was referred for Dr white leather that this was a very good eye institution and that would feel at home there. Like always Dr white leather is a very good doctor and I highly respect and his referral was excellent I was very impressed with all your staff and her knowledge and knowledgeable of my upcoming procedures. I'm looking forward to getting my corrected and see much better in the near future. Again I commend everyone at the clinic on their help their assistant and their professionalism. ...
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Where are the Cataract & Laser Institute offices?
Cataract & Laser Institute
7747 West Jefferson BoulevardFort Wayne, IN 46804260-459-8444
Cataract & Laser Institute - Formerly The Eye Center of Fort Wayne
321 East Wayne StreetFort Wayne, IN 46802260-424-5656
Questions about Cataract & Laser Institute
Does Cataract & Laser Institute publish its LASIK price?
No. Cataract & Laser Institute does not publish a per-eye LASIK price. A quote means booking a consultation.
Who are the LASIK surgeons at Cataract & Laser Institute?
Cataract & Laser Institute has 8 doctors on record: Carissa Barina, Daniel Whipple, Kuumba Long, Padma Ponugoti, Randal Hughes and William Keeling and 2 more. 6 are verified as ophthalmologists in the federal NPI registry. Ask which surgeon would treat you, and check that surgeon's licence with the Indiana medical board.
How is Cataract & Laser Institute rated?
Cataract & Laser Institute has a Google rating of 4.1 from 382 reviews across its 2 offices and an Index score of 4.6 out of 10, which ranks it 4th of 4 LASIK practices in Fort Wayne.
Index score 4.6 / 10: google reputation, weighted by review count 2.3/5 · names its surgeons 0.75/0.75 · surgeon matched to the federal npi registry 0.75/0.75 · states procedures beyond lasik 0.25/1 · hours and contact details on public record 0.5/0.5. Data verified . Sources and methodology
