Specialist: FDA Lasik Risk Proposal Still Taking Input

Kevin Hogan
By Kevin Hogan
February 1, 2023NTD Good Morning
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Lasik is a popular choice for correcting vision, with nearly a quarter million Americans seeking it out every year. But it does come with risks, which are underscored by the FDA’s proposed new guidelines. NTD spoke with Daniel Laroche, MD, who’s a clinical associate professor of ophthalmology. He described efforts to help the public know about the risks of Lasik as well as some alternatives for those with vision problems.