I had ICL a week ago, and the experience so far has been great. The surgery was super quick, about 7 minutes per eye, and I did not feel any pain at all. I could not see very clearly right after the surgery, but after I napped for an afternoon, I could nearly see everything in the evening, with the caveat that I see a lot of halos. On day 2, I recovered very well, and my two eyes are both 20/20. However, the only a side effect is that you do see halos coming from the lens at night. It's getting better. Today is the 7th day, and I feel like I am adapting to those halos.

I had a great experience with my cataract surgery. I am only disappointed that I didn't have it done sooner. The staff at the surgical center were welcoming and professional. My surgery was a breeze and I had 20/20 vision the next day! Well worth the minor eye irritation experienced afterwards.

I had a great experience with Boston Vision and am extremely satisfied with my vision at the end of the process, which I just finished this afternoon. I asked in the spring about vision correction procedures and met with Dr. Brenner, who advised that given my age (50s) and needs (nearsighted with astigmatism, using monovision RGP lenses), the CLE procedures with light-adjustable lenses would be a good option. He also explained alternatives, clearly laid out advantages and potential risks, and answered the questions I had. Due to my schedule, I couldn't get the first procedure until August - and due to Dr. Brenner's (and perhaps others), I had a three-week period between the procedures on each eye, which is probably a bit longer than most. The only tricky bit between procedures is that one eye sees fairly well, while the other still requires a corrective lens, which sometimes needs a bit of creativity to sort out! But other than the mild logistics involved, all steps, procedures, recovery and follow-ups went very smoothly for me. It's my understanding (and it was true for me) that the adjustment for astigmatism is handled in the post-procedure adjustments for the light-adjustable lenses. So be aware that you likely won't see perfectly after the procedures if you have astigmatism; after the first light adjustment, my vision was essentially dialed in. In my case, Dr. Lee handled the follow-ups and light adjustments. I had four post-procedure visits in total -- the main adjustment, a minor tweak for distance, then two trips to "lock" the lens shapes. Dr. Lee and team were thorough, helpful, knowledgeable, and clearly explained all of the steps and reasons for each treatment. Like the CLE procedures, the adjustments took a day or so for vision to completely clear, halos to fade, and dilation to pass, but there was generally minimal discomfort and my new vision is spectacular! Many thanks to Dr. Brenner, Dr. Lee and the BV team for truly life-altering vision care!

My LASIK surgery went as well as expected. There was only minor pain/discomfort during the procedure itself, which was very quick.That day was the toughest part; my eyes burned and were very dry and uncomfortable, and I basically just kept them closed and rested. But I was back up to normal just three days later and could see clearly with only minor halo effects around lights. The staff were very nice and very professional the whole time. They explained everything step by step and made me feel comfortable. Overall a great experience, would definitely recommend.

I had my ICL surgery at Boston Vision on Monday, October 19, and my experience so far has been great! On the day of my surgery, everything went smoothly. I was able to eat breakfast before the procedure, which was a relief. During the surgery, I didn’t feel any pain at all! Honestly, it felt less uncomfortable than having an eyelash poke my eye. The doctor was very professional, and the entire procedure went smoothly. I noticed an improvement in my vision in both eyes just after surgery! My eyesight is still a little blurry, and I’m quite sensitive to sunlight, so I have to wear sunglasses even inside my room. However, I can already use my phone and read books, although the text is still a little blurry. I’m writing this review only two hours after my surgery, so I know my eyes still need time to recover and my vision may continue to improve. So far, I’m very happy with my experience at Boston Vision. The surgery went smoothly, and I’m excited to see how much better my vision will become over the next few days and weeks. I can’t wait to enjoy clearer vision!

About me: 40 year old male, astigmatism in both eyes. Consultation: - Very smooth to schedule, and great experience. I was examined, spoke to their doctors, and was recommended LASIK in my left eye and PRK in my right eye due to some scar tissue. Additionally, due to my age (40), they recommened MONOVISION, where they undercorrect one eye with the desire to preserve near-vision without reading glasses for a bit longer (i.e. 10 years). Surgery: - Day of was very smooth as well. The surgeries were extremely fast, if a bit uncomfortable (understandably so as you are completely awake and aware the entire time). However, it felt like I was in and out of the surgery room in like 15 minutes for both eyes. Recovery: - First day was very easy to manage. Days 2-7 were very uncomfortable for the PRK eye. This was expected, but it was still really difficult. I would not want to do that again. Results (six months in): - Initially, I suffered from extremely dry eyes that needed eye drops many times throughout the day. This has improved, but is still a nuisance. Currently I have a prescription medication to help reduce eye mites that aims to help this problem further. - I have no issues driving at night, or any extreme haloing from lights or anything like that. However, reading text on back-lit screens at distance remains a challenge. It can be quite blurry and eye-strain inducing. - Early on, near-vision was also extremely uncomfortable, but that has improved. Overall, I am a bit disappointed by the monovision treatment. I feel like it has compromised my distance vision a bit, and my near vision is still not amazing enough that I think I will soon prefer just wearing reading glasses. That said, I don't think its bad enough that I want another surgery to correct it further. Overall, I'm fairly neutral on this result. I had hoped to avoid the discomfort of contacts when I am exercising, and my laser corrected eyes are still uncomfortable quite often.

The doctors and staff are all very good. They ensure you are comfortable the entire time. Throughout the process and the healing process they are informative and take the time to explain expectations. While one of my eyes did not correct fully to 20/20, they are working with me to stabilize and touch up to ensure I am able to achieve 20/20 in each eye.

I had been seeing a dry eye specialist through Boston Vision (Dr. Martin) who had eventually prescribed me Xiidra drops which have helped me quite a bit. He also recommended ICL as a possible solution for my vision correction, specifically Dr. Jason Brenner for the surgeon, since he has a background in dry eye and ICL. Once Dr. Martin cleared me for an initial consult (I had been taking Xiidra for a few months which stabilized my tear film) I ended up going in for the consult at the Boston Vision office in Brookline. Dr. Brenner was not there that day but it was a different surgeon who examined me that day. Nevertheless, she was clear, professional and very patient with all my questions. Even though I met the initial requirements, I figured I'd meet with Dr. Brenner face-to-face to ask some additional questions. When I met Dr. Brenner, he was extremely patient and carefully explained his answers to my reservations and the reasonings behind why he was so confident. This was very reassuring to me and it showed me that Boston Vision is committed to actually making sure that patients understand the right surgery for them, as opposed to forcing someone to go through with something when their unsure. In the lead-up to the surgery, I kept in close contact with Dr. Brenner via email and he was very responsive (latest 24 hours for a response). The day of the surgery was swift: I showed up at the office, they gave me a couple rounds of numbing drops, then in the actual surgery room, it was only about 10-15 minutes. I didn't feel real pain, only pressure and shadows. After it was finished, I could see sharply immediately, albeit with some dilation and ghosting. Following the surgery, the dilation and ghosting has gone down with some halos still present in my vision (not too bad). For anyone considering ICL, I'd highly recommend Dr. Brenner and his team for their patience, transparency, competence and willingness to find the best possible solution for their patients.

The entire process, from evaluation to procedure, was a great experience. The Boston Vision team made everything simple to follow. I was originally concerned that only the initial screening measurements would be used for the procedure, but it's more sophisticated than that. On procedure day, exams and scans are repeated. Both sets help configure the lasers, and the surgeon can also make adjustments. The initial evaluation checks your corneal thickness, shape, eye health, and dilated prescription. On procedure day, you repeat some exams and have the option to take Xanax, which I did, although I'm pretty sure it hadn't kicked in before my turn! You lie on a large bed while your eyes are cleaned, numbed, and taped open. It's odd not being able to blink. The bed shifts toward the first laser to create the flap. There's a decent amount of pressure from the vacuum used to stabilize your eye, which is uncomfortable, but lasts maybe 15 seconds per eye. The bed then shifts to the second laser, where the surgeon lifts each flap. You can actually see this happening (at least I could), which is an odd sensation with your eyes being watery & blurry but really not a big deal. You look at a green dot while the second laser reshapes your cornea, taking ~5 seconds per eye. Excluding prep, the whole procedure took ~3 minutes! Afterward, my eyes were checked and I was good to go. While waiting for my ride, my vision was already great. My eyes were slightly irritated and blurry vision, but I could see really well. It was an amazing feeling and life changing to be able to see clearly without glasses. I got home, took a 3-hour nap, and woke up with phenomenal vision and maybe 2/10 discomfort. By the next day, my eyes felt completely natural, just with the ability to see! I am currently 20/20 and can make out some letters at 20/15, though blurry. Perhaps that will improve as I fully heal, but regardless, I'm very satisfied with the results. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

This was a great experience with the professional, friendly staff at Boston Vision. I had the cataract laser correction with Mono-vision which has allowed me to put aside my glasses after 40+ years.

I had ICL done 2 days ago and am very pleased. I wore contacts or glasses since middle school and the results already are great. I have always been interested in Lasik and when I went for my consultation based on my corrections needed and my comfort level it was determined ICL would be the best choice for me. I had many questions after my consultation and was able to have a video call with Dr. Brenner to answer all of those questions. Even though I had gone over all the options in the office, he took the time to go over them again and reassure me that ICL was a good option. The staff and process were outlined every step of the way. I felt that all staff that I encountered was knowledgeable and understood any concerns I had. The surgery itself went very well. Dr. Brenner told me what to expect and managed my expectations throughout the procedure. The pressure was a discomfort for sure but I didn't find it unbearable. The amount of liquid in each eye was alot, as to be expected but wow, it feels like a lot! I was able to walk out of the OR. I had cloudy vision for the rest of the day but could already see the vision correction. The first day and night I had alot of light sensitivity. My eyes did feel sore so I kept up with the Tylenol and that was enough to dull it. When I woke up the next day for the first time in many years and could see clearly was a great feeling! My follow up appointment with Dr. Nguyen went very well. She said the swelling was normal and placements of the lenses was perfect. She was happy that I could already see so well after only 1 day. I did have monovision so I do suspect I will need to get used to that over time. However, it is not a poor reflection on monovision or ICL but rather what I was used to before. I am very happy with the results so far and wish I had done it sooner! Boston Vision is definitely the place to go in my opinion, the professionalism as well as the concern for the patient was excellent all around.

I had been interested in LASIK for almost a decade prior to my procedure, however, with changing eyes, child birth and PP, it never felt like I was a good candidate. Finally, my prescription steadied and I was excided to get out of contacts! I had some borderline test results for the LASIK procedure so decided to play it safe and go with ICL. The procedure itself was much easier than I expected, probably 5 minutes of controlled, deep breathing and staring into the light with no pain, just a little discomfort. I did great until about 6 hours post op when something HURT but in my right eye only. I was in significant pain, comparable to my C-section post-op pain before bedtime and called my surgeon who was very responsive. I had some additional pain management medication at home from a prior procedure and was encouraged to use it if i felt necessary to manage the pain. It was necessary. It was worth noting that the left eye was a 1 or 2 out of 10 in pain, versus an 8 or 9 in the right so i knew something was wrong. Once i woke up, the pain was at a 2/10, i had my post op and they confirmed i had an additional "lesion" which was not a typical experience and was likely the source of my pain. Day 2, i did need to rest and use screens minimally. Day 3, i was light sensitive but could use my computer for work a bit, i would not recommend a full return to work until nearly 72 hours after just due to light sensitivity of screens. I am now on day 4 and doing well. I am thankful it is a cloudy day but I can move about the house without my sunglasses although i think it would have been hard to drive to work in sunny conditions. My vision is coming in great and exactly as hoped! Despite the minor "complication" of the additional lesion and corresponding pain, everything was smooth and I think I will be happy I did this!

I had a very positive ICL experience overall. I chose ICL because of my high myopia and wanted to reduce my dependence on glasses while preserving my corneas. The pre-op evaluation was thorough, and Dr. Melki took the time to discuss my vision correction goals and the option of mini-monovision. Both Dr. Melki and the staff were very patient and responsive to my questions by email and phone, especially regarding my measurement results (such as ECD) and the consent forms. On the day of surgery, the procedure was much quicker than I expected and took about 1.5 hours in total. There were several people in the operating room, and Dr. Melki continuously made sure I was OK throughout the procedure. I did not experience much pain, although I did feel some pressure on my eyes. I had one eye done first, followed by a measurement, and then returned to the operating room to complete the second eye. I slept for most of the rest of the day. I initially experienced some double vision, but it resolved after about 8 hours. My vault measurements and eye pressures were all within the expected range at the first follow-up, which was very reassuring. During the first two days, my vision was somewhat unstable, and near vision was still blurry. My distance vision, however, was already functional, and I had no issues driving during the day. On the third day, my left eye developed significant redness and irritation, which seemed to be related to dry eye. I could barely keep my left eye open for an extended period, and it was very sensitive and watery. Dr. Melki and Dr. Sabbah both responded to my messages and provided guidance on using the prescribed eye drops and lubricating drops. The redness and irritation improved significantly over the next two days, and I am now able to comfortably use both eyes. My vision is still not as sharp as I initially expected at day 5, especially for near tasks, but I understand that I am still in the early recovery period and hope it will continue to improve as my eyes heal and I adapt to the mini-monovision correction. So far, I am very happy with the overall experience and would recommend ICL to others with high myopia who are considering their vision correction options. 7 weeks post-surgery update: My results are overall very good for 7 weeks visit. Both ICLs are with good vaults measurement, and eye pressures are normal. My visual acuity is excellent: 20/15 in the left eye and nearly 20/20 in the right eye. Distance vision is very clear, and overall binocular vision is functioning well. I still notice halos, more pronounced in the left eye, particularly in low-light conditions. My vision is also somewhat blurry immediately after waking up, but it becomes noticeably clearer within 10–30 minutes. Intermediate/computer vision has improved compared with the first week, although it is still in-progress to be stablized. Overall, I’m very happy with the outcome so far!

I believe Boston Vision is the best of the best, but my overall experience has not been ideal. I had Monovision, and while the results are astounding compared to what I previously saw with the naked eye, distance is not as crisp as it was in my contacts. I’m hopeful that will improve. The surgery itself was extremely uncomfortable, but I experienced no pain during or after the procedure. Side effects have been mild. The reason for the 3-star rating is due to the impersonal patient experience. You’re unlikely to meet with the same clinician twice. The assembly line setup may be more efficient, but I found it difficult to establish trust and confidence. At my consultation, they shuffled me in and out of many rooms with different staff members, followed by a brief visit with a doctor, then a backroom meeting with the finance department like a car dealership. It was very rushed, and I’ve found I learned more researching on my own than I did at the consultation. Immediately following the appointment, the barrage of frantic emails began, pressuring me to sign the dotted line immediately or lose my surgery date. The first spelled both Dr. Brenner’s name and the clinic’s street address wrong. When I pointed this out, I received an updated email with additional errors. Mistakes happen, but it felt sloppy and rushed, making me question the practice’s attention to detail when it comes to more serious things, like my eyes. At my post-surgery appointment, a doctor appeared in the lobby, instructed all patients to “pick a room” and then proceeded to examine us one by one, without first asking our names or pulling up our records. He flushed debris from my eye (more traumatizing than the surgery itself) and still hadn’t verified who I was. I could barely see after the procedure and had an extremely dangerous drive home. Despite this,I don’t regret the surgery, I trust Dr. Brenner’s expertise, and I do think this will be life-changing when fully healed.

Everything start to finish with Boston Vision was terrific. Efficient, knowledgeable and communicative. I felt extremely comfortable the entire process and always felt like I had them as a resource with questions and concerns.

Had my procedure done by Dr. Melki on September 18th. The procedure was quick but a bit uncomfortable. Even watching the procedures beforehand did not help at all. They provided Xanax which I took but that wasn't enough. The technicians helping with the systems noticed and told me to take a deep breathe when they noticed me freaking out as they lifted the flap. Recovery has been fine, no issues. The only thing was that the first time using the eye drops, it stung my left eye. Vision has improved significantly but my left eye is still fuzzy as the prescription is double my right eye.

I had a combination of cataracts, near-sightedness and astigmatism in both eyes. I also had a fairly uncommon cornea condition. My doctor was very thorough in determining how all these conditions would best be addressed. He recommended laser and cataract option with monovision. He implanted a toric lens in the eye with the more severe astigmatism and corrected the more mild astigmatism with corneal laser treatment. The entire surgery experience and follow-up went very smoothly. I can see well without glasses for the first time since fourth grade.

The staff at Boston Vision. is extremely thorough and professional. The pre-surgery visits were very extensive, and because my goal was monovision, which I have had for 25 years, I felt confident they understood my goal and factored it into their examinations. The pre-surgery questionnaire is very extensive as well, all designed to insure that the patient understands what the surgery entails during and after the procedure. Their arrangement with Carecredit made it easy to finance the cot of the surgery as well. I spoke to the surgical staff several times the days after my surgery wth questions. All were answered promptly. The surgeon also called to check in with me to answer my questions. I was then scheduled to have lasik surgery on my left eye to improve my near vision.reading wile the right eye is a 20/20 vision for distance. I would highly recommend Boston Vision for cataract and followup lasik procedures!

The procedure it’s was very smooth and comforting. The surgeons and team made me feel safe and very comfortable. I have had 2 follow up appointments and have another one next week . I am seeing better out of one eye but as explained it can take up to 6 weeks for our eyes to adjust. They adressed all my concerns and have been professional, looking forward to my next appointment. Would recommend Boston Vision 100%

I had Laser Cataract Surgery at the Boston Vision Office in Milford. Prior to choosing surgery, Dr. Kashev carefully explained all the options and their potential outcomes, which helped me decide on Laser surgery with a Corrective Lens. The day of surgery, the surgical team was most helpful through every step of the way, assuring my comfort. The surgery itself lasted around 15 minutes and was relatively painless. Amazingly, I had no pain or discomfort post surgery.

Process was pretty smooth from end to end including consultation through post surgery check ups. They were responsive and clear and I’m seeing better than ever.

I received PRK this past Friday with starting vision of 20/50 and 20/30; within one day my eyesight had corrected to 20/15 and 20/20. -Day 0 the surgery itself lasted only ten minutes give or take and included Xanax for relaxing, though it admittedly did not remove my nerves as much as I had hoped. Despite that, those operating asked how I felt, adjusted as needed, even asked if I had a preference for music during the operation. Once at home I kept my eyes shut for the vast majority of the day. -Day 1 I felt nearly fine, though my sight up close had gotten more blurry. -Day 2 I experienced inability to look at screens for more than a second or two due to light sensitivity, inability to read up close, and general dryness of the eyes. It wasn't painful outside of a brief moment early in the day when I had not yet applied eyedrops. -Days 3-4 went by without incident and had marginal dryness and light sensitivity. There was little discomfort once past the starting portion of the day where I had not yet applied eyedrops and at this point I stopped using the eyedrops that assist with pain as I realized there was none. I began lightly using my phone on day 4. -Day 5 (current) I had my contact lens removed from each eye and was informed that the layer of the eye that had been regrowing was fully formed for me. My doctor informed me this was roughly a 50/50 of being fully formed by this stage and the process was as simple as them wetting the eyes and removing them by hand. I was informed some feel scratchiness for the next several hours after removal, but I did not experience this. My vision is still blurry at close-medium distances but was evaluated as slightly better than 20/20 in one eye and slightly worse than 20/20 in the other, with an expectation that it will continue to improve and that the close-medium distance blur will return to pre-operation levels as time progresses. Overall very pleased with the process and general transparency from everyone involved.

I recently had ICL surgery at Brookline and couldn’t be happier with the experience. The whole thing was fast, the office was incredibly well organized, and every single person I dealt with was super nice. Dr. Melki was great. I felt like I was in very capable hands from start to finish. I could see right away, and my distance vision was clear from day one. Recovery took a few days. The soreness in both eyes lasted about 5 days, and the light sensitivity faded after about 4. Reading or focusing on things close to my face felt a bit strained for the first ~4 days, but that resolved on its own. I still notice some halos in both daytime and nighttime, but overall I’m thrilled with the results and would absolutely recommend Dr. Melki and the Brookline team.

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Did Lasik with Dr. Brenner, and I've been very happy with the outcome so far. Procedure itself was fairly quick, and I was out of the clinic after 2 hours. I was able to see fairly well within a day, and my vision was 20/20 and 20/15 by the second day. I had very little pain, though I've been managing dry eyes with drops and lights have a bit of glare still (as of 3 days post op). Happy to have taken the leap with Boston Vision!

The surgery itself was quite stressful. I declined the optional Xanax, but I’d recommend you take it if comfortable. The procedure was very quick; about 5 minutes per eye. They dilate your eyes, shine a really bright light in your eye to see behind the pupil, irrigate the eye, and perform the procedure. I felt pressure and discomfort during the surgery but was assured that it was normal. The recovery was painless. My vision was cloudy the first few hours, then cleared up as the day went on. I had 20/20 vision the next day. I still see halos around light sources and my eyes seem to get tired faster, but everything seems good otherwise.

I had a great experience with my ICL surgery! The procedure was quick and smooth, and the team was professional and caring. I’m still recovering, but I’m already able to work normally. Very happy with my experience and would highly recommend them!

The whole lasik experience was so easy from start to finish. The whole staff is very knowledgeable and quick to answer any questions. They have great communication and follow up quickly. Highly recommend to anyone thinking of doing lasik!

My vision journey has been a long one! I started wearing glasses all the way back in 2nd grade, and by 8th grade, I had graduated to wearing contacts. After years of glasses and contacts, I finally decided to take the leap and get my vision corrected with 14.75 contacts I wanted to see, so along came CLE surgery. Everyone at Boston Vision throughout this journey has been absolutely amazing. I’m so grateful for how kind, supportive, and professional everyone has been and for how well they’ve taken care of me every step of the way. Now, I’m officially halfway through the process! My second surgery is planned for the 16th, and I honestly can’t wait to see what’s next. It’s been quite a journey from those glasses in 2nd grade to where I am today, and I’m so excited to finally be this close to the finish line! I CAN SEE!!

I saw Dr Jason Brenner for my cataract surgeries in July and September and am very happy with the results. He walked me through the different lens options, and then once I had done some research on my own, he spent a lot of time answering emails back and forth to help choose what I think was the perfect lens combination for me. I ended up going with the trifocal EnVista Envy in my non dominant eye first. This eye had a fast growing cataract and needed to be fixed right away. With the Envy, I can read and see distance fairly well but see some halos with night driving. I do understand that this should go away with time as your brain adjusts. I then opted for the PureSee a month later for my dominant eye and my distance viewing is perfect in this eye. Now wIth this combination of lenses, my eyes blend and I see well for reading, computer/conversations, and distance without the need for glasses. I understand that I am the first patient at Boston Vision to receive this combination as the PureSee was only recently approved by the FDA in March2026. I highly recommend Boston Vision as I have received exceptional care from Dr. Brenner, Janelle his scheduling assistant, and all the staff at facilities in Wellesley, Waltham and Brookline. Thank you!!!

Review of Surgisite in Waltham I was very pleased with the seamless operation of Surgisite in Waltham. I had cataracts removed from my right and left eyes and multi lenses implanted in both. As expected, I was in and out in 2 hours as promised. I had been given ample instructions before and after the painless surgeries. The nurses were welcoming, upbeat, and skilled. They kept me comfortable with warm blankets while administering the many eye drops. They also forewarned me that I would probably be more aware in surgery the second time to allay any fears that I might have. Dr Urman, my experienced surgeon, visited me in preop; he gave me the opportunity to ask any questions. My Anesthesiologist explained medical procedures and gave assurances that I would not be in any pain; he added that a tranquilizer would be administered intravenously. To summarize I felt that the staff was cordial, well organized, thorough, and very helpful every step of the way. I would also like to praise my wonderful surgical advisor, Eriselda. She was congenial and knowledgeable in guiding me through the entire process. She was very encouraging and patient in explaining any technology involved as well.

I had IOL replacement in both eyes due to cataracts using the enVista Envy lens. Both surgeries went quickly and without any postoperative issues. After doing a lot of research, I chose the Envy because it has an even better track record than the PanOptix Pro. I wore glasses for over 40 years, and now I am effectively glasses free. While I am extremely satisfied with the care I received, anyone choosing a premium multifocal lens should be aware that neuroadaptation to the new lens takes time. You will see halos around bright point light sources, especially at night. If you only drive at night infrequently, then this probably won't be an issue. Contrast level is reduced somewhat from a monofocal lens, but it's still vastly improved over my preoperative cataract vision. If I had to do this over again, I would make the same choice. But be aware, the halos present as multiple concentric rings around point light sources like brake lights. I don't really see them with regular rear tail lights, but when the brighter brake light comes on, the rings are certainly visible. The extent to which this bothers you is very personal and needs to be weighed against glasses independence.

Medical staff deserve a 5* rating for my 1st eye procedure to remove dense cataract and replace with Toric lens and to help remedy eye astigmatism. Thanks.

Both eyes had Cataracts removed. I chose Vivity as I had stigmatism in right eye. The experience was fantastic! No pain, no drops for weeks and I now do not need to wear glasses! Thanks Dr Uman !

Dr. John Lee performed my cataract surgery at the Andover Boston Vision last year. It was very easy to discuss my concerns and he was extremely patient in explaining the various options along with the procedure itself. I elected to have laser surgery at the Andover Center and the procedure went flawlessly. I had worn gas permeable contact lenses for over 50 years (including multi-focal lenses a number of years prior to surgery) and have found that my concern about the quality of my vision after cataract surgery has been unfounded. The multi-focal lenses I opted to have implanted, have given me the vision I need for distance and reading without the need for glasses! I couldn't be happier and truly appreciate the skill and professionalism Dr. Lee continues to provide!

I am less than a week out from LASIk. I had a pretty bad astigmatism, and Dr Melki was straight forward with me. He set the proper expectations that my level of correction needed may require a touch up procedure. I did not take the anxiety meds they offered but I wish I had. I was not nervous going in so I passed on them, but I was not prepared for how intense the procedure is and that made me nervous. There was a bit of pain but nothing more than uncomfortable and it's only for a few minutes. They let you pick a song to listen to so I tried to focus on that. The nurse with the Dr recognized that I was nervous and did great trying to redirect my nerves to focusing on other things. I saw a review prior that said they wished the Dr spoke more about what was going on during the procedure and I felt the same, but I recognize that for few crucial minutes during the procedure it best that he is laser focused on what he is doing and not trying to comfort me. After the 4 hr nap I felt much better. if you live far from the city I recommend trying to get a morning arrival to avoid traffic when leaving. I was given a 2 pm arrival and left around 4 pm. The commute back took over an hour with traffic, which sucks when your eyes are burning and uncontrollably tearing up. Overall, the experience was pretty good, but don't make the same mistake I did, take the medication!

My entire experience with Boston Vision and LAL correction has been terrific. Each appointment has been streamlined according to expectations and staff have been patient and very communicative to explain everything. Procedures on both my eyes went smoothly and for me seemed pretty straight forward and simple once I had gone through it vs unknown of imagining what it might be like. I’ve loved the results. The day after my first procedure I was like a happy kid in a candy store, on waking up in the morning and opening my eyes I could immediately see without any need for glasses or contact lenses that I had used since I was 12 years old. I am really pleased I found the LAL option and went ahead to do it.

The entire process was very smooth. I am less than a week out from surgery, my brain is still working out the mono vision for close things but it’s gotten better each day. Very happy so far with the results.

For someone who does not like anyone messing with their eyes, the team at Boston Vision made the experience a positive one. Dr John Lee put me at ease and was communicating with me through out the surgery. The surgery for me was a little unnerving but the team helped me to relax through it. I did experience some pain after the surgery, but it quickly subsided within 30 minutes. I did experience the typical symptoms afterwards but they were mild and quickly subsided and my vision was clear. I opted for option 4 (Light Adjustable Lenses) and it takes getting used to wearing the special UV blocking glasses (all the time) until you have the final vision set and locked in. The biggest take away so far is to be religious in taking the eye drops as prescribed. It will help in the healing process. I have my first follow up appointment tomorrow and possibly the first adjustment. I will let you know how it goes.

I've used Boston Vision for my annual check up and prescription. I made an appointment because I had been very frustrated with my dry eye and how it was affecting my everyday life. I scheduled to meet with a Dry Eye specialist, Dr. Martin. Dr. Martin identified I have Rosacea and explained how it can inflame and add to the cause of Dry Eye. The IPL treatments helped tremendously. I did need a package of 4 treatments a month apart to really get the full benefits. The IPL with daily eye drops has been very effective for me. Boston Vision now has more IPL specialist. I've started a new series of IPL treatments at a closer location with Dr. Nguyen. She is excellent and I also highly recommend her. My only disappointment with IPL treatment is that insurance does NOT cover the treatments, though approved by the FDA. They consider it "cosmetic". It's a very worthwhile investment for better vision.

My evaluation process at Boston Vision went well. I felt the team took a thorough history and clearly explained what to expect. I also appreciated getting guidance about retinal issues I had before surgery. Since Boston Vision offers full-service eye care, it was reassuring to know my overall eye health was being considered. Between my initial consultation and surgery, there can be a bit of dead time. I completed the consent forms, then learned my surgery time the day before. On surgery day, things went smoothly. I had a chance to talk with Dr. Melki and ask questions beforehand. I was given Xanax for my nerves, and the team marked my eyes for astigmatism correction. I waited in a small room with massage chairs and snacks before the procedure. The procedure itself felt very quick, probably under 20 minutes. The process reminded me a bit of getting a cavity filled. My eyes were numbed, and at one point it felt like water was running into my eye, so I couldn’t really feel what was happening. I stared at a bright light while the rest of my vision was dark. It wasn’t painful, but it wasn’t exactly comfortable, and not being able to see in those moments can feel jarring. If that’s something you’re concerned about, I’d ask the team what options might help you relax. The assistants asked what music I preferred, which was a nice touch. I slept for much of the day afterward, and my vision was limited at first. One eye was clearer right away, while my left eye felt tender. My eyes began to even out around days four or five. I had significant light sensitivity for the first few days, and going outside or being near some lamps at home was difficult. By day three, I was able to return to work with precautions, including using dark mode on my computer. I had worn glasses for 18 years and had a very strong prescription. Since I was used to having glasses on my face, I had to remind myself to protect my eyes, avoid irritants, and not rub them. Wearing nonprescription blue-light glasses helped keep my eyes shielded and made the light sensitivity easier to manage. At my post-op checkup, the doctor suggested preservative-free drops to lubricate my eyes. I used them about every three hours at first, and now I use them once or twice a day. I didn’t have dry eye before surgery, and I expect I’ll stop needing the drops soon. I notice halos occasionally, usually when a space suddenly gets dark, but they fade as my eyes adjust. I don’t notice them while driving at night; they’re more noticeable in fitness classes where the lights turn on and off. Overall, the procedure day was well organized, and I felt informed and cared for. Recovery took a few days, and the light sensitivity was the hardest part for me, but my eyes gradually evened out and I was back at work by day three.

I had recently done the PRK surgery with Dr. Brenner and it was a fantastic experience. The team was amazing and really made me feel comfortable during the procedure. Not only was surgery team great, but also everyone at Boston Vision. Really solid team and I'm so grateful to them for helping me see once again! Will definitely recommend this procedure and team to anyone I know who is considering vision correction.

I had PRK at Boston Vision with Dr Brenner. Multiple surgeons not at Boston Vision told me they would not take my case due to the extreme scarring on my corneas due to an accident. Dr. Brenner took on my case and first used PRK to remove the scarring and then a second to refine it. I am so amazed with how well the surgery went and how great my vision is. The entire staff is great and Dr Brenner has been outstanding. If they can take on my complicated case, I would feel very comfortable having all sorts of procedures there.

My experience was perfect ! From my first appointment to now being one day out of CLE with light adjustable lenses for both eyes (one week apart ), Woke up with what i consider to be the best vision i have had in years I am incredibly grateful and would recommend to anyone considering this procedure Absolutely life changing !!

Age 34, starting with both eyes having about -1.0 myopia and -1.0 astigmatism. I got monovision LASIK by having them correct one eye only (due to age, the mild correction I needed, and that my corrected eye was apparently very dominant). Procedure went very smoothly, and I am happy- and lucky- to report I had more irritation in my UNTREATED eye than in the one that was hit with the lasers. No pain, no dryness, and I could see across the room by the time I woke up from my post procedure nap. My vision at my one day followup was 20/15, and has stayed there since. I did have about a week of an adjustment period where focusing on very very close things (think threading a small needle or similar) was a little tricky, since I had to get used to how my two eyes focused together after only one of them was corrected. I think that may have contributed to the slight eyestrain-type headaches I got by the end of the day for the first few days, but those quickly resolved themselves. I also do see minor halos around very bright lights (looked kinda like having slightly smudged glasses), but now 2 weeks post procedure even those have gotten better enough that I just had look at my desk lamp to check if they were still there (almost gone!). Very positive all around, and would highly recommend the procedure to anyone on the fence- just go for it!

I decided to get Lasik, scheduled a free consultation that Friday, and was scheduled for surgery the following Friday after that. It was all done in under two weeks and I honestly can't believe how seem-less it all was. Don't be concerned with others saying they felt "cattled" through the office. Yes, they have a system, and yes you go into surgery one after the other, but that's what makes the process so effortless. Everyone from the receptionist desk, to the testing nurses, to the actual surgery and follow up were amazing. Dr. Brenner did my surgery, and Dr. Yao did my consultation and follow up. I felt completely supported, reassured and comfortable the entire time. I wasn't a candidate for Lasik so they suggested PRK. They're the doctors, I fully trusted them with their decision. The actual surgery was weird, slightly uncomfortable, but completely painless. They gave me a xanax, trust me you'll want it, to relax before surgery. Once in the room, there were several doctors present as this is a learning facility as well. Dr. Brenner walked me through the surgery as he was performing it, and lovely nurse held my hand. There was a lot of water, and that brought my anxiety up but it was so quick, that is passed right away. Once the laser was in position, it was 10 seconds and done, for each eye. There was a weird smell but I just ignored that. The recovery process took about 5 days. I took 9 days off work just to ensure I felt fully comfortable before going back, and I'm glad I did. I slept for 72 hours straight, waking up every 5 hours to put in drops. You'll want to stay in bed in a dark room for at least 3 days. I even wore the glasses inside just because it felt better. There was one night of severe burning during the recovery but the pain drops they give you worked immediately. Otherwise, the pain was minimal and I found relief in holding ice packs gently against my eyes. Surgery was on Friday and by Monday I was able to attend a funeral (wearing the glasses of course). I am in my 3rd week of recovery and I still have some far away blurriness and halos in lights at night, but other than that, my vision is insanely good. I haven't been able to just open my eyes and go about my day since I was a kid. Best decision I ever made and I can't wait until I'm fully healed. Dr. Yao said my vision should be at about 100% after a month. The doctors at Boston Vision are actually some of the best. Do your research, and you'll find you come back to them. 10/10 experience.

Great care at Boston vision. Dr Jason Brennen was amazing at taking care of my surgery. And Dr. Vivian Yao was great at my postop follow-up appointments. And the nurses there took their time explaining everything to me and my son. I went to get corrective CLE surgery due to worsening eye sight. The surgery itself was fast and I was pleasantly surprised but the recovery period is quite a bit longer than expected. Every session they took the utmost care of me to help make sure I am comfortable and the procedure was correctly done. I saw those results in my eye sight overtime and was very pleased! Definitely would recommend anyone to give Boston Visions amazing team a try. I have been recommending them to all my friends

Overall boston vision was excellent in all regards and would recommend for any and all eye issues

The expectations and instructions were all clear, and the team was readily available for any questions i had

I had ICL a week ago, and the experience so far has been great. The surgery was super quick, about 7 minutes per eye, and I did not feel any pain at all. I could not see very clearly right after the surgery, but after I napped for an afternoon, I could nearly see everything in the evening, with the caveat that I see a lot of halos. On day 2, I recovered very well, and my two eyes are both 20/20. However, the only a side effect is that you do see halos coming from the lens at night. It's getting better. Today is the 7th day, and I feel like I am adapting to those halos.

I had a great experience with my cataract surgery. I am only disappointed that I didn't have it done sooner. The staff at the surgical center were welcoming and professional. My surgery was a breeze and I had 20/20 vision the next day! Well worth the minor eye irritation experienced afterwards.

I had a great experience with Boston Vision and am extremely satisfied with my vision at the end of the process, which I just finished this afternoon. I asked in the spring about vision correction procedures and met with Dr. Brenner, who advised that given my age (50s) and needs (nearsighted with astigmatism, using monovision RGP lenses), the CLE procedures with light-adjustable lenses would be a good option. He also explained alternatives, clearly laid out advantages and potential risks, and answered the questions I had. Due to my schedule, I couldn't get the first procedure until August - and due to Dr. Brenner's (and perhaps others), I had a three-week period between the procedures on each eye, which is probably a bit longer than most. The only tricky bit between procedures is that one eye sees fairly well, while the other still requires a corrective lens, which sometimes needs a bit of creativity to sort out! But other than the mild logistics involved, all steps, procedures, recovery and follow-ups went very smoothly for me. It's my understanding (and it was true for me) that the adjustment for astigmatism is handled in the post-procedure adjustments for the light-adjustable lenses. So be aware that you likely won't see perfectly after the procedures if you have astigmatism; after the first light adjustment, my vision was essentially dialed in. In my case, Dr. Lee handled the follow-ups and light adjustments. I had four post-procedure visits in total -- the main adjustment, a minor tweak for distance, then two trips to "lock" the lens shapes. Dr. Lee and team were thorough, helpful, knowledgeable, and clearly explained all of the steps and reasons for each treatment. Like the CLE procedures, the adjustments took a day or so for vision to completely clear, halos to fade, and dilation to pass, but there was generally minimal discomfort and my new vision is spectacular! Many thanks to Dr. Brenner, Dr. Lee and the BV team for truly life-altering vision care!

My LASIK surgery went as well as expected. There was only minor pain/discomfort during the procedure itself, which was very quick.That day was the toughest part; my eyes burned and were very dry and uncomfortable, and I basically just kept them closed and rested. But I was back up to normal just three days later and could see clearly with only minor halo effects around lights. The staff were very nice and very professional the whole time. They explained everything step by step and made me feel comfortable. Overall a great experience, would definitely recommend.

I had my ICL surgery at Boston Vision on Monday, October 19, and my experience so far has been great! On the day of my surgery, everything went smoothly. I was able to eat breakfast before the procedure, which was a relief. During the surgery, I didn’t feel any pain at all! Honestly, it felt less uncomfortable than having an eyelash poke my eye. The doctor was very professional, and the entire procedure went smoothly. I noticed an improvement in my vision in both eyes just after surgery! My eyesight is still a little blurry, and I’m quite sensitive to sunlight, so I have to wear sunglasses even inside my room. However, I can already use my phone and read books, although the text is still a little blurry. I’m writing this review only two hours after my surgery, so I know my eyes still need time to recover and my vision may continue to improve. So far, I’m very happy with my experience at Boston Vision. The surgery went smoothly, and I’m excited to see how much better my vision will become over the next few days and weeks. I can’t wait to enjoy clearer vision!

About me: 40 year old male, astigmatism in both eyes. Consultation: - Very smooth to schedule, and great experience. I was examined, spoke to their doctors, and was recommended LASIK in my left eye and PRK in my right eye due to some scar tissue. Additionally, due to my age (40), they recommened MONOVISION, where they undercorrect one eye with the desire to preserve near-vision without reading glasses for a bit longer (i.e. 10 years). Surgery: - Day of was very smooth as well. The surgeries were extremely fast, if a bit uncomfortable (understandably so as you are completely awake and aware the entire time). However, it felt like I was in and out of the surgery room in like 15 minutes for both eyes. Recovery: - First day was very easy to manage. Days 2-7 were very uncomfortable for the PRK eye. This was expected, but it was still really difficult. I would not want to do that again. Results (six months in): - Initially, I suffered from extremely dry eyes that needed eye drops many times throughout the day. This has improved, but is still a nuisance. Currently I have a prescription medication to help reduce eye mites that aims to help this problem further. - I have no issues driving at night, or any extreme haloing from lights or anything like that. However, reading text on back-lit screens at distance remains a challenge. It can be quite blurry and eye-strain inducing. - Early on, near-vision was also extremely uncomfortable, but that has improved. Overall, I am a bit disappointed by the monovision treatment. I feel like it has compromised my distance vision a bit, and my near vision is still not amazing enough that I think I will soon prefer just wearing reading glasses. That said, I don't think its bad enough that I want another surgery to correct it further. Overall, I'm fairly neutral on this result. I had hoped to avoid the discomfort of contacts when I am exercising, and my laser corrected eyes are still uncomfortable quite often.

The doctors and staff are all very good. They ensure you are comfortable the entire time. Throughout the process and the healing process they are informative and take the time to explain expectations. While one of my eyes did not correct fully to 20/20, they are working with me to stabilize and touch up to ensure I am able to achieve 20/20 in each eye.

I had been seeing a dry eye specialist through Boston Vision (Dr. Martin) who had eventually prescribed me Xiidra drops which have helped me quite a bit. He also recommended ICL as a possible solution for my vision correction, specifically Dr. Jason Brenner for the surgeon, since he has a background in dry eye and ICL. Once Dr. Martin cleared me for an initial consult (I had been taking Xiidra for a few months which stabilized my tear film) I ended up going in for the consult at the Boston Vision office in Brookline. Dr. Brenner was not there that day but it was a different surgeon who examined me that day. Nevertheless, she was clear, professional and very patient with all my questions. Even though I met the initial requirements, I figured I'd meet with Dr. Brenner face-to-face to ask some additional questions. When I met Dr. Brenner, he was extremely patient and carefully explained his answers to my reservations and the reasonings behind why he was so confident. This was very reassuring to me and it showed me that Boston Vision is committed to actually making sure that patients understand the right surgery for them, as opposed to forcing someone to go through with something when their unsure. In the lead-up to the surgery, I kept in close contact with Dr. Brenner via email and he was very responsive (latest 24 hours for a response). The day of the surgery was swift: I showed up at the office, they gave me a couple rounds of numbing drops, then in the actual surgery room, it was only about 10-15 minutes. I didn't feel real pain, only pressure and shadows. After it was finished, I could see sharply immediately, albeit with some dilation and ghosting. Following the surgery, the dilation and ghosting has gone down with some halos still present in my vision (not too bad). For anyone considering ICL, I'd highly recommend Dr. Brenner and his team for their patience, transparency, competence and willingness to find the best possible solution for their patients.

The entire process, from evaluation to procedure, was a great experience. The Boston Vision team made everything simple to follow. I was originally concerned that only the initial screening measurements would be used for the procedure, but it's more sophisticated than that. On procedure day, exams and scans are repeated. Both sets help configure the lasers, and the surgeon can also make adjustments. The initial evaluation checks your corneal thickness, shape, eye health, and dilated prescription. On procedure day, you repeat some exams and have the option to take Xanax, which I did, although I'm pretty sure it hadn't kicked in before my turn! You lie on a large bed while your eyes are cleaned, numbed, and taped open. It's odd not being able to blink. The bed shifts toward the first laser to create the flap. There's a decent amount of pressure from the vacuum used to stabilize your eye, which is uncomfortable, but lasts maybe 15 seconds per eye. The bed then shifts to the second laser, where the surgeon lifts each flap. You can actually see this happening (at least I could), which is an odd sensation with your eyes being watery & blurry but really not a big deal. You look at a green dot while the second laser reshapes your cornea, taking ~5 seconds per eye. Excluding prep, the whole procedure took ~3 minutes! Afterward, my eyes were checked and I was good to go. While waiting for my ride, my vision was already great. My eyes were slightly irritated and blurry vision, but I could see really well. It was an amazing feeling and life changing to be able to see clearly without glasses. I got home, took a 3-hour nap, and woke up with phenomenal vision and maybe 2/10 discomfort. By the next day, my eyes felt completely natural, just with the ability to see! I am currently 20/20 and can make out some letters at 20/15, though blurry. Perhaps that will improve as I fully heal, but regardless, I'm very satisfied with the results. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

This was a great experience with the professional, friendly staff at Boston Vision. I had the cataract laser correction with Mono-vision which has allowed me to put aside my glasses after 40+ years.

I had ICL done 2 days ago and am very pleased. I wore contacts or glasses since middle school and the results already are great. I have always been interested in Lasik and when I went for my consultation based on my corrections needed and my comfort level it was determined ICL would be the best choice for me. I had many questions after my consultation and was able to have a video call with Dr. Brenner to answer all of those questions. Even though I had gone over all the options in the office, he took the time to go over them again and reassure me that ICL was a good option. The staff and process were outlined every step of the way. I felt that all staff that I encountered was knowledgeable and understood any concerns I had. The surgery itself went very well. Dr. Brenner told me what to expect and managed my expectations throughout the procedure. The pressure was a discomfort for sure but I didn't find it unbearable. The amount of liquid in each eye was alot, as to be expected but wow, it feels like a lot! I was able to walk out of the OR. I had cloudy vision for the rest of the day but could already see the vision correction. The first day and night I had alot of light sensitivity. My eyes did feel sore so I kept up with the Tylenol and that was enough to dull it. When I woke up the next day for the first time in many years and could see clearly was a great feeling! My follow up appointment with Dr. Nguyen went very well. She said the swelling was normal and placements of the lenses was perfect. She was happy that I could already see so well after only 1 day. I did have monovision so I do suspect I will need to get used to that over time. However, it is not a poor reflection on monovision or ICL but rather what I was used to before. I am very happy with the results so far and wish I had done it sooner! Boston Vision is definitely the place to go in my opinion, the professionalism as well as the concern for the patient was excellent all around.

I had been interested in LASIK for almost a decade prior to my procedure, however, with changing eyes, child birth and PP, it never felt like I was a good candidate. Finally, my prescription steadied and I was excided to get out of contacts! I had some borderline test results for the LASIK procedure so decided to play it safe and go with ICL. The procedure itself was much easier than I expected, probably 5 minutes of controlled, deep breathing and staring into the light with no pain, just a little discomfort. I did great until about 6 hours post op when something HURT but in my right eye only. I was in significant pain, comparable to my C-section post-op pain before bedtime and called my surgeon who was very responsive. I had some additional pain management medication at home from a prior procedure and was encouraged to use it if i felt necessary to manage the pain. It was necessary. It was worth noting that the left eye was a 1 or 2 out of 10 in pain, versus an 8 or 9 in the right so i knew something was wrong. Once i woke up, the pain was at a 2/10, i had my post op and they confirmed i had an additional "lesion" which was not a typical experience and was likely the source of my pain. Day 2, i did need to rest and use screens minimally. Day 3, i was light sensitive but could use my computer for work a bit, i would not recommend a full return to work until nearly 72 hours after just due to light sensitivity of screens. I am now on day 4 and doing well. I am thankful it is a cloudy day but I can move about the house without my sunglasses although i think it would have been hard to drive to work in sunny conditions. My vision is coming in great and exactly as hoped! Despite the minor "complication" of the additional lesion and corresponding pain, everything was smooth and I think I will be happy I did this!

I had a very positive ICL experience overall. I chose ICL because of my high myopia and wanted to reduce my dependence on glasses while preserving my corneas. The pre-op evaluation was thorough, and Dr. Melki took the time to discuss my vision correction goals and the option of mini-monovision. Both Dr. Melki and the staff were very patient and responsive to my questions by email and phone, especially regarding my measurement results (such as ECD) and the consent forms. On the day of surgery, the procedure was much quicker than I expected and took about 1.5 hours in total. There were several people in the operating room, and Dr. Melki continuously made sure I was OK throughout the procedure. I did not experience much pain, although I did feel some pressure on my eyes. I had one eye done first, followed by a measurement, and then returned to the operating room to complete the second eye. I slept for most of the rest of the day. I initially experienced some double vision, but it resolved after about 8 hours. My vault measurements and eye pressures were all within the expected range at the first follow-up, which was very reassuring. During the first two days, my vision was somewhat unstable, and near vision was still blurry. My distance vision, however, was already functional, and I had no issues driving during the day. On the third day, my left eye developed significant redness and irritation, which seemed to be related to dry eye. I could barely keep my left eye open for an extended period, and it was very sensitive and watery. Dr. Melki and Dr. Sabbah both responded to my messages and provided guidance on using the prescribed eye drops and lubricating drops. The redness and irritation improved significantly over the next two days, and I am now able to comfortably use both eyes. My vision is still not as sharp as I initially expected at day 5, especially for near tasks, but I understand that I am still in the early recovery period and hope it will continue to improve as my eyes heal and I adapt to the mini-monovision correction. So far, I am very happy with the overall experience and would recommend ICL to others with high myopia who are considering their vision correction options. 7 weeks post-surgery update: My results are overall very good for 7 weeks visit. Both ICLs are with good vaults measurement, and eye pressures are normal. My visual acuity is excellent: 20/15 in the left eye and nearly 20/20 in the right eye. Distance vision is very clear, and overall binocular vision is functioning well. I still notice halos, more pronounced in the left eye, particularly in low-light conditions. My vision is also somewhat blurry immediately after waking up, but it becomes noticeably clearer within 10–30 minutes. Intermediate/computer vision has improved compared with the first week, although it is still in-progress to be stablized. Overall, I’m very happy with the outcome so far!

I believe Boston Vision is the best of the best, but my overall experience has not been ideal. I had Monovision, and while the results are astounding compared to what I previously saw with the naked eye, distance is not as crisp as it was in my contacts. I’m hopeful that will improve. The surgery itself was extremely uncomfortable, but I experienced no pain during or after the procedure. Side effects have been mild. The reason for the 3-star rating is due to the impersonal patient experience. You’re unlikely to meet with the same clinician twice. The assembly line setup may be more efficient, but I found it difficult to establish trust and confidence. At my consultation, they shuffled me in and out of many rooms with different staff members, followed by a brief visit with a doctor, then a backroom meeting with the finance department like a car dealership. It was very rushed, and I’ve found I learned more researching on my own than I did at the consultation. Immediately following the appointment, the barrage of frantic emails began, pressuring me to sign the dotted line immediately or lose my surgery date. The first spelled both Dr. Brenner’s name and the clinic’s street address wrong. When I pointed this out, I received an updated email with additional errors. Mistakes happen, but it felt sloppy and rushed, making me question the practice’s attention to detail when it comes to more serious things, like my eyes. At my post-surgery appointment, a doctor appeared in the lobby, instructed all patients to “pick a room” and then proceeded to examine us one by one, without first asking our names or pulling up our records. He flushed debris from my eye (more traumatizing than the surgery itself) and still hadn’t verified who I was. I could barely see after the procedure and had an extremely dangerous drive home. Despite this,I don’t regret the surgery, I trust Dr. Brenner’s expertise, and I do think this will be life-changing when fully healed.

Everything start to finish with Boston Vision was terrific. Efficient, knowledgeable and communicative. I felt extremely comfortable the entire process and always felt like I had them as a resource with questions and concerns.

Had my procedure done by Dr. Melki on September 18th. The procedure was quick but a bit uncomfortable. Even watching the procedures beforehand did not help at all. They provided Xanax which I took but that wasn't enough. The technicians helping with the systems noticed and told me to take a deep breathe when they noticed me freaking out as they lifted the flap. Recovery has been fine, no issues. The only thing was that the first time using the eye drops, it stung my left eye. Vision has improved significantly but my left eye is still fuzzy as the prescription is double my right eye.

I had a combination of cataracts, near-sightedness and astigmatism in both eyes. I also had a fairly uncommon cornea condition. My doctor was very thorough in determining how all these conditions would best be addressed. He recommended laser and cataract option with monovision. He implanted a toric lens in the eye with the more severe astigmatism and corrected the more mild astigmatism with corneal laser treatment. The entire surgery experience and follow-up went very smoothly. I can see well without glasses for the first time since fourth grade.

The staff at Boston Vision. is extremely thorough and professional. The pre-surgery visits were very extensive, and because my goal was monovision, which I have had for 25 years, I felt confident they understood my goal and factored it into their examinations. The pre-surgery questionnaire is very extensive as well, all designed to insure that the patient understands what the surgery entails during and after the procedure. Their arrangement with Carecredit made it easy to finance the cot of the surgery as well. I spoke to the surgical staff several times the days after my surgery wth questions. All were answered promptly. The surgeon also called to check in with me to answer my questions. I was then scheduled to have lasik surgery on my left eye to improve my near vision.reading wile the right eye is a 20/20 vision for distance. I would highly recommend Boston Vision for cataract and followup lasik procedures!

The procedure it’s was very smooth and comforting. The surgeons and team made me feel safe and very comfortable. I have had 2 follow up appointments and have another one next week . I am seeing better out of one eye but as explained it can take up to 6 weeks for our eyes to adjust. They adressed all my concerns and have been professional, looking forward to my next appointment. Would recommend Boston Vision 100%

I had Laser Cataract Surgery at the Boston Vision Office in Milford. Prior to choosing surgery, Dr. Kashev carefully explained all the options and their potential outcomes, which helped me decide on Laser surgery with a Corrective Lens. The day of surgery, the surgical team was most helpful through every step of the way, assuring my comfort. The surgery itself lasted around 15 minutes and was relatively painless. Amazingly, I had no pain or discomfort post surgery.

Process was pretty smooth from end to end including consultation through post surgery check ups. They were responsive and clear and I’m seeing better than ever.

I received PRK this past Friday with starting vision of 20/50 and 20/30; within one day my eyesight had corrected to 20/15 and 20/20. -Day 0 the surgery itself lasted only ten minutes give or take and included Xanax for relaxing, though it admittedly did not remove my nerves as much as I had hoped. Despite that, those operating asked how I felt, adjusted as needed, even asked if I had a preference for music during the operation. Once at home I kept my eyes shut for the vast majority of the day. -Day 1 I felt nearly fine, though my sight up close had gotten more blurry. -Day 2 I experienced inability to look at screens for more than a second or two due to light sensitivity, inability to read up close, and general dryness of the eyes. It wasn't painful outside of a brief moment early in the day when I had not yet applied eyedrops. -Days 3-4 went by without incident and had marginal dryness and light sensitivity. There was little discomfort once past the starting portion of the day where I had not yet applied eyedrops and at this point I stopped using the eyedrops that assist with pain as I realized there was none. I began lightly using my phone on day 4. -Day 5 (current) I had my contact lens removed from each eye and was informed that the layer of the eye that had been regrowing was fully formed for me. My doctor informed me this was roughly a 50/50 of being fully formed by this stage and the process was as simple as them wetting the eyes and removing them by hand. I was informed some feel scratchiness for the next several hours after removal, but I did not experience this. My vision is still blurry at close-medium distances but was evaluated as slightly better than 20/20 in one eye and slightly worse than 20/20 in the other, with an expectation that it will continue to improve and that the close-medium distance blur will return to pre-operation levels as time progresses. Overall very pleased with the process and general transparency from everyone involved.

I recently had ICL surgery at Brookline and couldn’t be happier with the experience. The whole thing was fast, the office was incredibly well organized, and every single person I dealt with was super nice. Dr. Melki was great. I felt like I was in very capable hands from start to finish. I could see right away, and my distance vision was clear from day one. Recovery took a few days. The soreness in both eyes lasted about 5 days, and the light sensitivity faded after about 4. Reading or focusing on things close to my face felt a bit strained for the first ~4 days, but that resolved on its own. I still notice some halos in both daytime and nighttime, but overall I’m thrilled with the results and would absolutely recommend Dr. Melki and the Brookline team.

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Did Lasik with Dr. Brenner, and I've been very happy with the outcome so far. Procedure itself was fairly quick, and I was out of the clinic after 2 hours. I was able to see fairly well within a day, and my vision was 20/20 and 20/15 by the second day. I had very little pain, though I've been managing dry eyes with drops and lights have a bit of glare still (as of 3 days post op). Happy to have taken the leap with Boston Vision!

The surgery itself was quite stressful. I declined the optional Xanax, but I’d recommend you take it if comfortable. The procedure was very quick; about 5 minutes per eye. They dilate your eyes, shine a really bright light in your eye to see behind the pupil, irrigate the eye, and perform the procedure. I felt pressure and discomfort during the surgery but was assured that it was normal. The recovery was painless. My vision was cloudy the first few hours, then cleared up as the day went on. I had 20/20 vision the next day. I still see halos around light sources and my eyes seem to get tired faster, but everything seems good otherwise.

I had a great experience with my ICL surgery! The procedure was quick and smooth, and the team was professional and caring. I’m still recovering, but I’m already able to work normally. Very happy with my experience and would highly recommend them!

The whole lasik experience was so easy from start to finish. The whole staff is very knowledgeable and quick to answer any questions. They have great communication and follow up quickly. Highly recommend to anyone thinking of doing lasik!

My vision journey has been a long one! I started wearing glasses all the way back in 2nd grade, and by 8th grade, I had graduated to wearing contacts. After years of glasses and contacts, I finally decided to take the leap and get my vision corrected with 14.75 contacts I wanted to see, so along came CLE surgery. Everyone at Boston Vision throughout this journey has been absolutely amazing. I’m so grateful for how kind, supportive, and professional everyone has been and for how well they’ve taken care of me every step of the way. Now, I’m officially halfway through the process! My second surgery is planned for the 16th, and I honestly can’t wait to see what’s next. It’s been quite a journey from those glasses in 2nd grade to where I am today, and I’m so excited to finally be this close to the finish line! I CAN SEE!!

I saw Dr Jason Brenner for my cataract surgeries in July and September and am very happy with the results. He walked me through the different lens options, and then once I had done some research on my own, he spent a lot of time answering emails back and forth to help choose what I think was the perfect lens combination for me. I ended up going with the trifocal EnVista Envy in my non dominant eye first. This eye had a fast growing cataract and needed to be fixed right away. With the Envy, I can read and see distance fairly well but see some halos with night driving. I do understand that this should go away with time as your brain adjusts. I then opted for the PureSee a month later for my dominant eye and my distance viewing is perfect in this eye. Now wIth this combination of lenses, my eyes blend and I see well for reading, computer/conversations, and distance without the need for glasses. I understand that I am the first patient at Boston Vision to receive this combination as the PureSee was only recently approved by the FDA in March2026. I highly recommend Boston Vision as I have received exceptional care from Dr. Brenner, Janelle his scheduling assistant, and all the staff at facilities in Wellesley, Waltham and Brookline. Thank you!!!

Review of Surgisite in Waltham I was very pleased with the seamless operation of Surgisite in Waltham. I had cataracts removed from my right and left eyes and multi lenses implanted in both. As expected, I was in and out in 2 hours as promised. I had been given ample instructions before and after the painless surgeries. The nurses were welcoming, upbeat, and skilled. They kept me comfortable with warm blankets while administering the many eye drops. They also forewarned me that I would probably be more aware in surgery the second time to allay any fears that I might have. Dr Urman, my experienced surgeon, visited me in preop; he gave me the opportunity to ask any questions. My Anesthesiologist explained medical procedures and gave assurances that I would not be in any pain; he added that a tranquilizer would be administered intravenously. To summarize I felt that the staff was cordial, well organized, thorough, and very helpful every step of the way. I would also like to praise my wonderful surgical advisor, Eriselda. She was congenial and knowledgeable in guiding me through the entire process. She was very encouraging and patient in explaining any technology involved as well.

I had IOL replacement in both eyes due to cataracts using the enVista Envy lens. Both surgeries went quickly and without any postoperative issues. After doing a lot of research, I chose the Envy because it has an even better track record than the PanOptix Pro. I wore glasses for over 40 years, and now I am effectively glasses free. While I am extremely satisfied with the care I received, anyone choosing a premium multifocal lens should be aware that neuroadaptation to the new lens takes time. You will see halos around bright point light sources, especially at night. If you only drive at night infrequently, then this probably won't be an issue. Contrast level is reduced somewhat from a monofocal lens, but it's still vastly improved over my preoperative cataract vision. If I had to do this over again, I would make the same choice. But be aware, the halos present as multiple concentric rings around point light sources like brake lights. I don't really see them with regular rear tail lights, but when the brighter brake light comes on, the rings are certainly visible. The extent to which this bothers you is very personal and needs to be weighed against glasses independence.

Medical staff deserve a 5* rating for my 1st eye procedure to remove dense cataract and replace with Toric lens and to help remedy eye astigmatism. Thanks.

Both eyes had Cataracts removed. I chose Vivity as I had stigmatism in right eye. The experience was fantastic! No pain, no drops for weeks and I now do not need to wear glasses! Thanks Dr Uman !

Dr. John Lee performed my cataract surgery at the Andover Boston Vision last year. It was very easy to discuss my concerns and he was extremely patient in explaining the various options along with the procedure itself. I elected to have laser surgery at the Andover Center and the procedure went flawlessly. I had worn gas permeable contact lenses for over 50 years (including multi-focal lenses a number of years prior to surgery) and have found that my concern about the quality of my vision after cataract surgery has been unfounded. The multi-focal lenses I opted to have implanted, have given me the vision I need for distance and reading without the need for glasses! I couldn't be happier and truly appreciate the skill and professionalism Dr. Lee continues to provide!

I am less than a week out from LASIk. I had a pretty bad astigmatism, and Dr Melki was straight forward with me. He set the proper expectations that my level of correction needed may require a touch up procedure. I did not take the anxiety meds they offered but I wish I had. I was not nervous going in so I passed on them, but I was not prepared for how intense the procedure is and that made me nervous. There was a bit of pain but nothing more than uncomfortable and it's only for a few minutes. They let you pick a song to listen to so I tried to focus on that. The nurse with the Dr recognized that I was nervous and did great trying to redirect my nerves to focusing on other things. I saw a review prior that said they wished the Dr spoke more about what was going on during the procedure and I felt the same, but I recognize that for few crucial minutes during the procedure it best that he is laser focused on what he is doing and not trying to comfort me. After the 4 hr nap I felt much better. if you live far from the city I recommend trying to get a morning arrival to avoid traffic when leaving. I was given a 2 pm arrival and left around 4 pm. The commute back took over an hour with traffic, which sucks when your eyes are burning and uncontrollably tearing up. Overall, the experience was pretty good, but don't make the same mistake I did, take the medication!

My entire experience with Boston Vision and LAL correction has been terrific. Each appointment has been streamlined according to expectations and staff have been patient and very communicative to explain everything. Procedures on both my eyes went smoothly and for me seemed pretty straight forward and simple once I had gone through it vs unknown of imagining what it might be like. I’ve loved the results. The day after my first procedure I was like a happy kid in a candy store, on waking up in the morning and opening my eyes I could immediately see without any need for glasses or contact lenses that I had used since I was 12 years old. I am really pleased I found the LAL option and went ahead to do it.

The entire process was very smooth. I am less than a week out from surgery, my brain is still working out the mono vision for close things but it’s gotten better each day. Very happy so far with the results.

For someone who does not like anyone messing with their eyes, the team at Boston Vision made the experience a positive one. Dr John Lee put me at ease and was communicating with me through out the surgery. The surgery for me was a little unnerving but the team helped me to relax through it. I did experience some pain after the surgery, but it quickly subsided within 30 minutes. I did experience the typical symptoms afterwards but they were mild and quickly subsided and my vision was clear. I opted for option 4 (Light Adjustable Lenses) and it takes getting used to wearing the special UV blocking glasses (all the time) until you have the final vision set and locked in. The biggest take away so far is to be religious in taking the eye drops as prescribed. It will help in the healing process. I have my first follow up appointment tomorrow and possibly the first adjustment. I will let you know how it goes.

I've used Boston Vision for my annual check up and prescription. I made an appointment because I had been very frustrated with my dry eye and how it was affecting my everyday life. I scheduled to meet with a Dry Eye specialist, Dr. Martin. Dr. Martin identified I have Rosacea and explained how it can inflame and add to the cause of Dry Eye. The IPL treatments helped tremendously. I did need a package of 4 treatments a month apart to really get the full benefits. The IPL with daily eye drops has been very effective for me. Boston Vision now has more IPL specialist. I've started a new series of IPL treatments at a closer location with Dr. Nguyen. She is excellent and I also highly recommend her. My only disappointment with IPL treatment is that insurance does NOT cover the treatments, though approved by the FDA. They consider it "cosmetic". It's a very worthwhile investment for better vision.

My evaluation process at Boston Vision went well. I felt the team took a thorough history and clearly explained what to expect. I also appreciated getting guidance about retinal issues I had before surgery. Since Boston Vision offers full-service eye care, it was reassuring to know my overall eye health was being considered. Between my initial consultation and surgery, there can be a bit of dead time. I completed the consent forms, then learned my surgery time the day before. On surgery day, things went smoothly. I had a chance to talk with Dr. Melki and ask questions beforehand. I was given Xanax for my nerves, and the team marked my eyes for astigmatism correction. I waited in a small room with massage chairs and snacks before the procedure. The procedure itself felt very quick, probably under 20 minutes. The process reminded me a bit of getting a cavity filled. My eyes were numbed, and at one point it felt like water was running into my eye, so I couldn’t really feel what was happening. I stared at a bright light while the rest of my vision was dark. It wasn’t painful, but it wasn’t exactly comfortable, and not being able to see in those moments can feel jarring. If that’s something you’re concerned about, I’d ask the team what options might help you relax. The assistants asked what music I preferred, which was a nice touch. I slept for much of the day afterward, and my vision was limited at first. One eye was clearer right away, while my left eye felt tender. My eyes began to even out around days four or five. I had significant light sensitivity for the first few days, and going outside or being near some lamps at home was difficult. By day three, I was able to return to work with precautions, including using dark mode on my computer. I had worn glasses for 18 years and had a very strong prescription. Since I was used to having glasses on my face, I had to remind myself to protect my eyes, avoid irritants, and not rub them. Wearing nonprescription blue-light glasses helped keep my eyes shielded and made the light sensitivity easier to manage. At my post-op checkup, the doctor suggested preservative-free drops to lubricate my eyes. I used them about every three hours at first, and now I use them once or twice a day. I didn’t have dry eye before surgery, and I expect I’ll stop needing the drops soon. I notice halos occasionally, usually when a space suddenly gets dark, but they fade as my eyes adjust. I don’t notice them while driving at night; they’re more noticeable in fitness classes where the lights turn on and off. Overall, the procedure day was well organized, and I felt informed and cared for. Recovery took a few days, and the light sensitivity was the hardest part for me, but my eyes gradually evened out and I was back at work by day three.

I had recently done the PRK surgery with Dr. Brenner and it was a fantastic experience. The team was amazing and really made me feel comfortable during the procedure. Not only was surgery team great, but also everyone at Boston Vision. Really solid team and I'm so grateful to them for helping me see once again! Will definitely recommend this procedure and team to anyone I know who is considering vision correction.

I had PRK at Boston Vision with Dr Brenner. Multiple surgeons not at Boston Vision told me they would not take my case due to the extreme scarring on my corneas due to an accident. Dr. Brenner took on my case and first used PRK to remove the scarring and then a second to refine it. I am so amazed with how well the surgery went and how great my vision is. The entire staff is great and Dr Brenner has been outstanding. If they can take on my complicated case, I would feel very comfortable having all sorts of procedures there.

My experience was perfect ! From my first appointment to now being one day out of CLE with light adjustable lenses for both eyes (one week apart ), Woke up with what i consider to be the best vision i have had in years I am incredibly grateful and would recommend to anyone considering this procedure Absolutely life changing !!