Dougherty Laser Vision

Specialties

Today is an exciting time in the field of vision correction surgery. From LASIK to implantable contact lenses, there’s a treatment option to help just about everyone with conditions such as nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), cataracts, astigmatism, and even difficulty with reading vision (presbyopia).

At Dougherty Laser Vision we offer a uniquely wide range of treatment options to ensure that you receive the most appropriate, individualized care possible. Treatments include: Hi Def LASIK (Blade-​free Z-​LASIK and Custom Wavefront), Implantable Contacts (Visian ICL), Cataract & Reading Vision Surgery (Crystalens).

We also specialize in revision surgery to correct problems associated with surgery performed elsewhere.

History

Established in 1990.

Established in 1990 For more than two decades, we have brought the life-​changing benefits of LASIK, ICL, Cataract and other advanced eye surgery correction techniques to people who demand the highest quality care.

At our offices in Los Angeles, Ventura County and Santa Barbara, we offer a wide range of treatment options, including the LASIK laser eye, the ICL implantable contact lens and the Crystalens accommodating cataract replacement lens. Our wide range of treatment options ensures that each patient receives the most appropriate and personalized vision correction.

Dr. Dougherty has personally performed nearly 25,000 laser eye surgery procedures. As a principal investigator on numerous FDA clinical studies, he helped pioneer many advancements in vision correction technology including the ICL and the Crystalens. In fact, Dougherty Laser Vision has been designated a Visian ICL Center of Excellence, and Dr. Dougherty was the first eye surgeon in the US to perform bilateral, same day

Meet the Business Owner

Paul D.

Business Owner

Dr. Dougherty is an internationally renowned eye surgeon who has helped pioneer many of today’s most popular vision correction techniques. Dr. Dougherty was among the first laser surgeons in the United States to perform LASIK on an investigational basis before it was approved by the FDA in 1995. Since then, he has performed nearly 25,000 laser procedures.

Dr. Dougherty’s research has been published extensively in peer-​reviewed journals. He routinely teaches advanced surgical techniques, and lectures worldwide at universities and major ophthalmology conferences.

Dr. Dougherty became one of the first ophthalmologists in the US to have LASIK performed on his own eyes. Since then, he has had perfect vision without glasses or contacts. As a surgeon who experienced the LASIK procedure first-​hand, Dr. Dougherty can relate to his patients’ concerns with unique insight and perspective.