Don and Kathy O’Toole had been traveling to Southwest Florida to escape the chilly New York winters for 15 years when they decided it was time to make Naples, Florida their permanent home. The two enjoy walking, dining out and spending time at the beach. So when Kathy, a registered nurse, began noticing that it was getting harder to drive at night and her vision just wasn’t as sharp as it used to be – even when she had her vision prescription changed – she knew it was time to have her eyes evaluated for cataracts.
Kathy’s Story
She went to a large ophthalmology practice in the area but didn’t have a great experience. “I just wasn’t satisfied with the answers I was given and I was there for over four hours!” Kathy regrouped and made an appointment at Collins Vision. What a difference!
Kathy knew right away she had made the right choice in calling Collins Vision. Dr. Michael J. Collins met with her and took all the time she needed to answer her questions and hear about her concerns. Kathy has an autoimmune condition that causes her to have dry eyes. Dr. Collins assured her they would treat her Dry Eye first and then tackle the cataract surgery.
Kathy opted for refractive cataract surgery with a premium lens and today, her vision is better than ever. “Everything went so well with my procedure,” said Kathy. “It was an all-around great experience. I don’t have to wear prescription glasses at all anymore, even for driving at night!”
Don’s Story
Fast forward two years and now it was Don’s turn for cataract surgery. He woke up one day and, quite suddenly, everything looked dull and blurry. After meeting with Dr. Jason Friedrichs at the Naples location of Collins Vision, Don felt confident in scheduling his surgery.
As someone living with a heart condition and diabetes, Don felt reassured, knowing Dr. Friedrichs was looking at more than just his eyes. “He was extremely thorough and took my overall health into consideration at all my pre- and post-op appointments.”
Like Kathy, Don chose a premium lens and he couldn’t be happier. “I have been more than pleasantly surprised at my vision after cataract surgery,” he said. “We are able to do the things we enjoy so much more easily after cataract surgery.”
Cataract Surgery Is an Opportunity
Today, more than ever before, there are many cataract surgery options that can reduce or even eliminate your dependency on glasses after cataract surgery. At Collins Vision, we specialize in Refractive Cataract Surgery, a procedure that can provide excellent outcomes and reduced dependency on corrective eyewear after your procedure. At your thorough cataract evaluation at Collins Vision, we will explain all of your options and help you determine the best path for you and your unique lifestyle.
See the Difference With the Vision You Deserve
There are so many ways the team at Collins Vision works hard every day to make sure every patient who comes in for an appointment at the Fort Myers, Naples, or Punta Gorda location feels and sees the difference in the care they receive. It is our goal that every patient we are honored to serve enjoy their lives with the vision they deserve.
From comprehensive eye care for the entire family and the diagnosis and treatment of many eye conditions (including dry eye) to laser vision correction, eyelid surgery and cataract surgery, Collins Vision is proud to be Southwest Florida’s trusted eye care provider since 2002. The practice has grown since its beginnings and has received many awards and accolades over the years. With locations in Fort Myers, Naples, and Punta Gorda, the Collins Vision team is growing, too. If you or someone you love is dealing with cloudy, dull vision and think it might be cataracts, schedule a cataract evaluation today.
