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Vera Z.

August, 2026

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Xi Z.

August, 2026

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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.

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Ryan

Ryan B. - Military

August, 2026

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I had LASIK on the August 21st with Boston Vision. I wanted to get this surgery primarily because of my career. I enlisted in the Army out of high school and have absolutely hated wearing contacts or glasses in the field. With the training I have in my future I knew that I never wanted to have to worry about it again. The consultation with Boston Vision was great, I felt completely educated about the procedure and all of the staff were very polite. I had gone to other consultations with other businesses and none made me feel as confident in the surgery as Boston vision did. They also worked with me when I had to change from EVO ICL to LASIK two weeks out from the surgery because of the military requirements. The day of the procedure I wasn't very nervous but the staff did a great job of reducing any concern I had. The procedure feels like somebody applying pressure on your orbital for a short amount of time and that is it. Healing was very quick and I could see better the day of the surgery although my vision was blurry and my eyes hurt. Days 2-4 the pain in my eyes felt like I had gotten gravel dust in them. Day 5 I felt 90% or so and day 7 and on I have been exercising and except for not being able to go in water for a couple more days I'd say im 95%. The only anomaly in my vision is more glare and halos which I did not have before however they have been increasingly getting better and will hopefully resolve themselves. Even if they didn't I wouldnt change a thing. Lasik and the convience it has given me has been absolutely game changer.

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Walter H. - High School Math Teacher

August, 2026

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A few days out from surgery and my biggest complaint is that I keep reaching up to adjust my glasses forgetting that I dont wear them anymore. Ive had a little dry eye in the mornings, but nothing that isnt fixed with the eye drops you get.

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Tan P. - Engineer

August, 2026

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I had lasik correction for both of my eyes. Quick consult and testing of your current condition. Surgery within a week, quick and painless operation. Improve far sight distance within 1 day. Near distance improvement slowly. It had been a week, I can read writing on the phone now. It will take a few weeks for the eyes to fully heal and the perfect visions. The Boston vision teams are amazing . My wife also had her lasik correction here. Lot of interns/resident doctors in training. I would recommend to any one that wants to see clearly to have it done. Do not wait. Just do it.

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Yanibel F. - PCA

August, 2026

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I had an incredible experience with my LASIK surgery at Boston Vision! From the initial consultation to the procedure itself, everything was seamless and professional. The surgical team and my doctor were exceptionally skilled, reassuring, and attentive, making the entire process smooth and completely stress-free. My surgery went exceptionally well, and the results have been fantastic. I highly recommend Boston Vision to anyone considering vision correction!

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Vera Z.

August, 2026

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Have some complication on right eye after 5 weeks. The complication was improved by laser procedure. Team work continue to be great.

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May S. - No

August, 2026

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I had my ICL surgery here back in July 2026, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish! The entire team was professional, attentive, and made me feel completely comfortable throughout the process. My vision recovery has been amazing, and it has honestly been life-changing. Highly recommend Boston Vision and their fantastic team to anyone。

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Lauren

Lauren K. - IT Analyst

August, 2026

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I have worn glasses/contacts for the last 2+ decades due to myopia (around -5 and -5.5) and astigmatism. I also have dry eyes, which was a concern when considering lasik. I had consults at a few offices and and chose to go with ICL with Dr. Gregoire. I had 2 consults with them, the initial one and an additional to confirm candidacy for ICL with Dr. Gregoire. I also decided to go with monovision since I'm nearing reading glasses age. This worried me a bit at first and seemed kind of strange but decided to go with it upon their recommendation. I was able to schedule my surgery about a month after the last consult. The counselors were very responsive to my questions via email and phone. Day of surgery was very easy. I was in the office for a total of 2 hours. Pre-op vitals were taken and lots of drops were administered. You can take a Xanax if needed. The doctor marked my eyes and then I was off to surgery. The surgery itself was very quick, it felt like only 10 minutes per eye? They prep and draped each eye to do one at a time. It was not painful but felt some pressure/discomfort. After that they check your eyes and pressure and you're sent with drops and sunglasses and an eye shield to sleep in. Immediately I noticed I could see but it was foggy, like you're swimming or there's a haze. My eyes felt tired and I napped the rest of the day on and off. Each time I woke up I felt like my sight got better and better. At night I did notice some halos with light, to be expected. Going to bed and not having to remove contacts and waking up being able to see was a strange but very freeing feeling! Today I went in for my 1 day post-op and was able to drive myself. Vision is good with a tiny bit if a blur still. Clocked in at 20/20 with an asterisk because the doctor said vision would get crisper. I do have this sensation of my peripheral when looking at my phone or something close up. But they said that was normal and would resolve... probably a combination of still being dilated a bit and inflammation. I also wasn't sure what it'd be like starting at a computer screen a day later but I don't have any issues. And I honestly don't notice the monovision at all. I never tested it with contacts or anything so I wasn't sure what to expect, but I wouldn't have noticed anything different if I wasn't aware it was being done. Hopefully it keeps me out of reading glasses a bit longer. It is still early, but so far I am very pleased with ICL. I will update as healing continues. I found reading these experiences beforehand very helpful so please reach out if you have any questions!

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Christopher

Christopher S. - Air traffic control

August, 2026

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LASIK has been great Had my surgery in mid July, after 2 weeks my eyes were still correcting (one eye was pretty blurry) and I noticed astigmatism at night which I did not previously had. After 5 weeks I would say the astigmatism is much less noticeable and both eyes are pretty much the same. I did mono vision and do not notice anything between each eye. I’ve gone on a few trips and it’s such a relief to not pack contacts, case, solution and glasses. The surgery went smooth as far as I could tell. During the surgery I wish there was a little more talking me through what was happening and what to expect. Follow up appointments are very fast less than 10 min, but if I didn’t get the first appointment of the day I waited well over an hour to see the doctor.

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Vera Z.

August, 2026

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Both eye surgeries went smoothly thanks to the outstanding teamwork of Boston Vision and Surgisite Boston.

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Ingy

Ingy S. - Pharmacist

August, 2026

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I’ve been wanting to get LASIK eye correction for years, but I was always hesitant about where to have it done and whether I had waited too long, especially since I was already in my late 30s. I’ve hated wearing glasses my entire life and have relied on contact lenses for as long as I can remember. During a routine eye exam, I asked my doctor if she could recommend a trusted center for vision correction, and she referred me to Boston Vision. From my very first visit, everything was smooth and easy. The entire team was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and reassuring. And then came the surgery… LIFE-CHANGING! Oh my God, I wake up every morning and don’t have to reach for my contacts anymore. I honestly still can’t believe it! 😍 I’m so glad I decided to do it at 40. I can see clearly and absolutely love the freedom of not needing contacts anymore. I’m especially grateful to the entire Boston Vision team and for the monovision approach, which was a great option for me. If you’ve been thinking about LASIK and wondering if you’ve waited too long, I’m here to tell you—don’t let age hold you back! I couldn’t be happier with my decision. ❤️

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Ria M.

August, 2026

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I got my Lasik surgery in both eyes done with Dr. Melki in July. I was incredibly surprised by how quick and smooth the surgery was. The entire team, from pre-op to post-op, was amazing and really knowledgeable about their field. A month later my eyes are perfect and I'm living life without glasses for the first time since kindergarten. For some context, my eyes were around -6 and I had the option for ICL, however, I decided to go with lasik. 10/10 would recommend.

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Erik

Erik D. - Retired Police Officer

August, 2026

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Im 44 y/o and went in for PRK surgery after my night vision started to get worse as well as a bad astigmatism in my left eye. They were great and explained most of the procedure to me. The only part I was unaware of was that they scrape of part of the eye tissue off before the laser. Im less than a week in and my vision has fluctuated as they mentioned. Im hoping things are on track at my 1 week appointment. The day after they said I was looking as expected.

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Brian

Brian S. - IT

August, 2026

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After putting it off for years I finally decided to pull the trigger on PRK with Boston Vision. It’s only been about a month and I can honestly say it’s been the best decision I could’ve made. From the evaluation to the post op process, the team at Boston Vision was thorough, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful. They told me exactly what to expect and they were spot on. The first few days of recovery were a little uncomfortable but since then it’s been smooth sailing. Highly recommend for anyone needing correction, life changer for sure

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Robert P.

August, 2026

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Drs Keshav and Nangle were great at explaining and performing my LASIK procedure, and the rest of the staff was super helpful and nice. The procedure was stress free, and they've been supportive in my post op recovery.

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Ciara

Ciara C. - Engineer

August, 2026

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Life changing! Super quick and straightforward procedure. The staff was great and the dr was phenomenal. Boston vision all the way!

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C K. - Pharmacist

August, 2026

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Professional, prompt follow-up. Fellow and doctor were able to answer my Q/A. Was able to see/work within the next day. One eye corrected to 20/20; the other 15/20 due to astigmatism. For me the only outcome that was important was that the vision was corrected without any infection / postsurgery issues - which I had. I'm happy overall. The first day of the surgery, you'll be asked to go into the surgery room without garbing up. The surgery (for me), was not just "slight discomfort" but was a bit painful. Everyone has different pain tolerance, so I defer to your judgement. If you're anxious ask for an anxiety med. For me it took 30 minutes to kick in. Then you'll be given a steroid + antibiotic combo eyedrop post surgery. Make sure you plan w/ the doctor a plan for the other eye, if you're not getting both done at the same time. I had headache and pain while working the next day on the computer all day because I had no vision correction on the other "non-surgery eye". I had to call the emergency hotline in which the oncall doctor helped me by suggesting I use my old contacts. I needed artificial tears like 8 x a day for 3-5 weeks. I saw halos both during the day and at night until week 3-4. Right now it's been about 3 months and it's quite amazing. No sensitivity to light nor halos at this point and 20/20 and 15/20 vision. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about my experience!

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Angie L.

August, 2026

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My husband had LASIK at Boston Vision and always said it was the best money he had spent in years. Seeing how great his results were encouraged me to schedule a consultation myself. During my consultation, they found a small scar on my eye, so I wasn’t a good candidate for LASIK. They recommended PRK instead and also had me meet with a surgeon to confirm that PRK was the right option for me. I really appreciated how thorough they were. I had my PRK with Dr. Melki on a Friday. The procedure was surprisingly quick and easy. Dr. Melki was able to remove my scar during the procedure. The first day was a little painful, but by the next day the pain was gone. I’ve mainly been dealing with dryness, soreness, and sensitivity to screens, so I would definitely recommend planning a few days to rest after PRK. I’m currently on Day 3, so I’m still early in the recovery process, but overall I’ve had a very positive experience with Boston Vision. Everyone has been professional and experienced, and I felt very comfortable throughout the process. I’ll hopefully update once my vision is fully recovered!

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Jessica

Jessica B. - Biotech executive

August, 2026

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Definitely recommend. The medical professionals are top tier. Some of the office part could be better (e.g. long wait times) but the place clearly runs like a machine because they specialize in these procedures and know what they're doing. Very glad I finally did this (Lasik with monovision).

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Debra

Debra R. - Physical Therapist

August, 2026

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4 stars for the whole process from the initial visit with Dr Brenner to final results -- I had the light adjustable lens/cataract surgery, as I understood I would have more vision without glasses. The surgery part was just fine, and recovery also okay. Wearing the LAL glasses, necessary during the adjustment time, for the LAL was difficult, but doable - maybe try to schedule in the winter when there is less sunlight. I had no idea how uncomfortable the treatments would be once the LAL was in my eye. 3 weeks after surgery, I returned to Boston Vision to fully adjust the LAL. This process included fully dilating my eye and then sitting at the machine getting UV light into my eye- this although less than 2 minutes each time (in the machine) was so excruciating and uncomfortable. And this process to fully adjust the lens takes 3-6 treatments. The optometrist was excellent and helped me through this process, but I would not do the LAL again. I do have good far and midrange vision and need glasses for reading. I am grateful for the vision and hope it continues, just still wonder if doing the basic far vision lens without the trouble of the UV protective glasses, follow up treatments and a lot more money would have put me in the same vision ability I have now.

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Eli C.

August, 2026

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I had a really positive experience getting PRK at Boston Vision. I’m 21 and my vision had been stable for about three years, so I started looking into laser vision correction as a long-term investment. Before PRK, I wore daily contacts that cost me around $900 per year. From a financial perspective alone, the procedure could pay for itself after several years. But the bigger benefit for me was the convenience of hopefully no longer having to depend on glasses or contacts every day, especially when traveling, playing sports, or just going about normal life. The whole process was much quicker and simpler than I expected. The initial consultation took about an hour and mostly consisted of measurements and tests to make sure I was a good candidate. On the day of surgery, they repeated some measurements, had me meet with the doctor, and then I waited until they were ready for the procedure. The actual surgery was surprisingly fast. They put numbing drops in my eyes and held my eyelids open so I didn’t have to worry about blinking. The part where they removed the outer surface of the eye and rinsed it was a little uncomfortable, but nothing I couldn’t tolerate. The laser itself only lasted a few seconds per eye. There was a brief burning smell that reminded me of an electric fly swatter, which was strange but honestly not a big deal. Afterward, they placed bandage contacts over both eyes, had me sit up, and walked me back out to the waiting room. The surgical portion felt like it was over within about 5 to 10 minutes. My recovery has also been pretty manageable so far. Immediately after surgery, I could already see dramatically better than I could without contacts before. During the first couple of days, I had a lot of light sensitivity and wore sunglasses most of the time. I also had the feeling that there were one or two specks of dust trapped underneath my contacts. That was probably the most annoying part, but artificial tears and the recommended pain medication made it very manageable. The staff and doctors were friendly throughout the entire process, and everything was explained clearly enough that I knew what to expect. I also appreciated having a follow-up appointment the very next day. The doctor congratulated me on the surgery and checked that everything was healing normally. I’m only one day into recovery as I’m writing this, so my vision is still somewhat blurry and my eyes are still sensitive to bright light. Even so, I’m already very happy with the experience. PRK is obviously a significant upfront investment, but for someone who has spent years buying contacts and dealing with glasses, I think the potential long-term convenience is a huge part of the value. Boston Vision made what sounds like a pretty intimidating procedure feel surprisingly straightforward.

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Lorraine

Lorraine P.

August, 2026

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Boston Vision provides excellent care and service

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Christopher

Christopher L. - Project Manager

August, 2026

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The consult was very thorough and well organized. The day of the procedure was also very smooth. The staff were very friendly and professional. I watched all the videos they ask you about six times during the consult and procedure day and the one thing that stuck out to me that the videos and conversations never quite explained was the amount of pressure on my eye felt during the procedure. “Some pressure” is an understatement! The procedure was really quick and not what I would call painful…uncomfortable maybe. But, after my four hour nap, it was like magic being able to see clearly again. My recovery was fairly quick and I would recommend LASIK to anyone interested.

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Kathleen

Kathleen M. - Retired Controller

August, 2026

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I went to Boston Vision to address a serious dry eye issue which seemed to come on very quickly. Dr. Patel suggested IPL and I booked the appointments immediately. I had some relief after the first appointment and much more relief with the second and third. By the time I got the 4th treatment the improvements were drastically remarkable and I no longer experience the extreme discomfort I had been enduring for over a year. I highly recommend this procedure for anyone having dry eye issues. Its best to not delay since doing so only causes more damage the the meibomian glands.

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Angeline D.

August, 2026

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Ayer me realicé una cirugía PRK Monovisión en Boston Vision con el Dr. James Gregorie, y mi experiencia ha sido excelente. La cirugía fue totalmente sin dolor. Al llegar a casa solo tomé un Tylenol, me apliqué las gotas indicadas y descansé toda la noche. Hoy, en mi cita de seguimiento, me revisaron la vista. Aún veo un poco borroso, pero el doctor me explicó que es completamente normal durante el proceso de recuperación. Hasta el momento no he tenido dolor, picazón ni sensación de arenilla, lo que me hace sentir muy tranquila. Lo único que he notado es que después de las 6 de la tarde me lagrimean un poco los ojos y tengo algo de sensibilidad a la luz, algo que también forma parte de la recuperación. En general, estoy muy satisfecha con la atención recibida y con mi experiencia. Recomiendo ampliamente a Boston Vision y al Dr. James Gregorie. 5 de 5 estrellas.

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Cheryl

Cheryl D. - Retired

August, 2026

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I had the eye lid cut and eyebrows lift What a great recovery i had No bad pain at all Just soreness i cant believe the difference my lid and eyebows were covering my eyes What s great job Dd Lee did He amazing and so good at what he does Im still healing I still have my eyebrows to go up more in the next few months Such amazing experience I will never let any dr due this procedure but Dr Lee from Boston Vision

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Maria

Maria M. - Food Science

August, 2026

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Overall, Boston Vision has been great for my PRK vision correction. My surgery was ~1week ago and went smooth. The day of it took less than 3 hours in total from arrival to leaving. The procedure itself was smooth and took less than 10 minutes. The laser part seems like it would be the hardest but truly was the easiest. It was more awkward to lay with your eye open and the flushing with drops was most uncomfortable. Recovery does take some time with PRK. They said I'd start to turn a corner Monday evening and it was spot on. Two days after actually bothered me the most so I recommend keeping that in mind and plan to be resting. I did get monovision and it's taking me time to get used to it but that is all expected. I truly appreciated that when I had a question over the weekend, I emailed Dr. Melki and within 5 minutes he had responded. That level of care and attentiveness was amazing.

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Michael

Michael G. - Pediatrician

August, 2026

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Overall a good experience with good results. The procedure itself is very quick - my left eye was over basically before I noticed but my right eye took a bit longer and was a bit uncomfortable (no pain just pressure which did cause some anxiety on my part which probably caused me to move and make it more difficult). Afterwards, I had significant dryness, light sensitivity, and some blurriness of the vision, along with a foreign body sensation, all worse in the right eye than the left. By a week out, all those symptoms had significantly improved (use the drops liberally). I still have some light sensitivity, dryness, and some glazing of my vision particularly at the end of the day but it continues to improved. Overall I am happy with the results.

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Jay

Jay B. - Vice President of Internal Audit

August, 2026

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I have not yet completed the surgery, which is scheduled for this week, but I can tell you the scheduling and qualification for surgery process has been seamless. The staff run this office like a well-oiled machine and nothing slips through the cracks. So far, I have been beyond impressed with the experience working with the Boston Vision staff.

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Geoff

Geoff M. - Consultant

August, 2026

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Just had my 6 week follow up and getting close to target vision. Overall great experience with the doctors involved in my surgery and various follow ups. Surgery day itself was very easy. I felt like I was in and out within a couple hours. Dr. Brenner was great, very calming pre and during surgery. Immediate recovery was better than expected. Napping after surgery seemed to help and the pain wasn’t bothersome except for the 2nd night/3rd day and with also the most light sensitivity. Drops and pain meds were a must but expect to wake up with some discomfort as the pain meds wear off. But I was able to take more and be comfortable enough to fall back asleep. I had surgery Friday morning and pretty much back to normal comfort wise by Tuesday. Vision was all over the place for a few weeks and it was tough to work on the computer without max zoom. Every now and then I notice slight discomfort in one eye when focusing for longer periods of time but the tear drop and taking more breaks help. Overall, totally worth it, just need to be patient with vision getting to where it should be.

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Katheryn

Katheryn C. - Nurse

August, 2026

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Experienced a lot more dry eye issues postop - currently 2 months out now from LASIK. Depending on what’s happening - whether I’m at work in fluorescent lighting and dry areas or my eyes get irritated on a trip they can be blurry for hours even with hot and cold compresses and eye drops every hour around the clock. Talked to the office and they said continue the eye drops and do more COLD compresses for now. Anyone else ever experience this? Have any other suggestions with dealing with dry eyes on constant occasion?

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Kerry B. - Director of rehabilitation OTA

August, 2026

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Just had my consultation, super easy, everyone there was very friendly and lots of information. Super excited to throw away my glasses!

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Thomas

Thomas W. - Marketing

August, 2026

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I got LASIK done on both eyes in early August 2026, and I am generally very pleased with the result. 5 days after surgery it is remarkable how well I can see. I still have a little discomfort and one eye is slightly more blurry than the other, but I believe I am trending up and healing well. I had a good experience with Boston Vision. It is a professional operation and they respect your time. Clear, communicative, great pre and post op instructions. Dr. Melki took the time to answer my questions before surgery, and Dr. Henick was informative the day after surgery. I've worn contact lens for 16+ years and it's a delight to be out of them. Thanks Boston Vision team.

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Nicholas

Nicholas C. - Software Engineer

August, 2026

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In August 2026, I had EVO ICL surgery performed by Dr. Melki. Everyone at the practice was helpful and very professional. It has only been a week, but my vision so far is great. I have minor halos, but they're clearly going away over time. I had some minor pain during the surgery recovery, but it was never so bad that it couldn't be treated with some ibuprofen or tylenol. It also went away after a few days. It is odd (in a good way!) to wake up without needing to fumble around for glasses or worry about whether I have enough contacts solution. On top the obvious vision improvement, there are so many other small improvements to my day to day life.

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Courtney K. - Affordable Housing Developer

August, 2026

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I am very pleased with my experience having cataracts surgery with Dr. Melki (cataracts surgeon) and Dr. Lee (optometrist) and I highly recommend Boston Vision. I chose the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) option for an additional cost. It required that I come in to their office every 7-10 days over 2 + months after the surgeries to adjust the lenses to meet my specific vision goals to be able to see distance and close up without glasses. The follow-up adjustment appointments take place in their Brookline Village office and were long (2-3 hours) and required that I be dilated. I now don't need glasses most of the time, but did get a pair of progressives to help make some distance vision clearer likely watching TV or going to the theater or sporting events, and reading easier for some smaller prints. I was only 48 years old at the time I had the surgery, which is young. I suspect that I had cataracts for at least two years prior, as I had gone to several different optometrists to help determine why my updated prescriptions were still leaving me with blurry vision. The test that those optometrists do for cataracts is a digital screen and didn't see any evidence of cataracts. I then eventually found Boston Vision and the digital screen they did showed a faint possibility that I had cataracts. They then dilated my eyes and quickly confirmed the presence of cataracts. Dr. Melki is the founder of Boston Vision and I was very confident in choosing him as my cataracts surgeon and was very happy with the results. I was surprised by how little I interacted with him- just the initial consultation and then very briefly before and during the surgeries. I did the Light Adjustment Lens adjustments with Dr. Lee, and I plan on continuing to see her as my optometrist going forward. The Brookline Village office is beautiful and very well run. I initially went to the Medford location, which was an existing practice that had been recently brought into Boston Vision. I did not have as great of an experience with the staff there and will keep travelling further to Brookline Village in the future. Dr. Melki performs his surgery at the Waltham Surgisite location. Surgisite is a very well oiled machine and being there for surgery was a good experience. However, I was surprised to have additional post-surgery bills from the Waltham Surgisite that were not outlined in advance. When I reached out to Boston Vision staff when I was seeking to understand the unexpected charge, I initially wasn't happy with follow-up. I then escalated the concern to Dr. Melki and was pleased with their subsequent openness to seeing where their system could be improved to make all costs related to the surgery clear up front, not just the ones that will be billed by Boston Vision. Overall, I highly recommend Dr. Melki and Dr. Lee at Boston Vision!

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Nicole M. - Chef

August, 2026

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8/6/26: An update to my May surgery. I still feel like the astigmatism correction feels off, 3 months out. I really wish this had been discussed or investigated more beforehand (I didn't learn until surgery day they were doing an astigmatism lens). At my followups I felt the doctor was dismissive of my concerns. Overall my vision is good and I am not disrupted in day to day life. The advantage of not wearing contacts or glasses does outweigh the small difficulty in focus in my one eye. But I wish my concerns were being heard instead of dismissed as something unrelated. 5/17/26: I am 5 days post surgery and feeling great! Most of the reviews I read beforehand are all immediately after surgery (because we are incentivized to post within one week) so I will definitely make sure I circle back with a more medium term assessment. But for now, here are the highlights and some honest moments I experienced: Pros- - Surgery was painless, recovery was painless!!! And I mean literally zero pain, just some swelling, blurriness, sensitivity to light, mental anxiousness. - Healing is going faster than expected. The first afternoon was very foggy but by the next morning I was seeing quite well. - The pre-surgery nurse was kind and comforting. Everything went fast and smoothly. Things to know- - Anxiety drug given before procedure was not very strong for me and wore off quickly. Just be aware you will not be "knocked out" by this, but it will be fine. - One of my eyes cleared up MUCH faster than the other, causing me some brief worry about the slow one. They evened out by the next day! Do not panic. - Only a few days out but I am definitely experiencing some halos, especially in mixed-light settings. Also if the light hits at an angle, I get a brief glimmer around the edges of the ICL. I can update on this later as they say it commonly will finish over time. - One of my lenses was an astigmatism lens, even though I was not previously treated for it before, and definitely feels like there's a lag in focusing that eye. Will update as they adjust. - Try to avoid your phone screen for as long as possible afterward. It really does make you feel what an eye strain it is to be on our phones so much :) - During surgery you do lose vision completely/ go "black" for a few seconds, and this is normal. You'll adjust back quickly and see the lights above come back into focus!

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Lisa C. - Quality Control Manager

August, 2026

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I had Lasik done yesterday. I am 43 years old and had been wearing glasses full time for distance and for reading for the past 10 years. While the process to have lasik done was quick and simple, I am still letting my eyes adjust properly. I am having blurry distance vision. However, I am able to see up close quite clearly. I am using the eye drops provided. I will have to wait it out to see if my distance improves over the next week or so.

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Shannon P. - HR Director

August, 2026

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I had PRK monovision surgery completed yesterday. The staff were professional and prompt. I wasn’t told the time of my surgery until a few days before the appointment date so coordinating schedules to arrange for a ride was cumbersome but it worked out without an issue. My time in office on the day of the surgery was only about an hour. No pain or issues noted during the procedure. I rested the remainder of the day and haven’t had much for pain. I am using the drops are directed and making sure to keep the eye lubricated to assist with healing. Vision is still a bit blurry but this is as expected with PRK.

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Jacob B.

August, 2026

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My experience from beginning to end was excellent and I recommend to anyone who is sick of glasses to start exploring all the options at Boston Vision. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. The doctors are very skilled and made me feel confident every step of the way. I had ICL(implantable contact lens) surgery which took about two hours for the entire procedure. They offer other vision correction procedures and will work with you to find the best one. I wish I had done this sooner and am looking forward to a future without glasses. I know big life changes can be scary especially when it has to do with your vision which is why trusting the right place and people is important. Boston Vision is definitely the place to go for people looking for improved vision.

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Damon L. - Teacher

August, 2026

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At 48, I was tired of having difficulty reading in low light environments, constantly having to take off my glasses (single vision for near-sightedness) to read a book or look at my phone. The no-interest payment plan made it feel more manageable to have the procedure. I feel like they helped prepare me for what to expect. I opted for monovision. At first I was concerned it may not work for me, but was happy to hear that this is rare and that if it doesn't work they can easily correct the other eye in the future so that I would just need reading glasses. The only thing I was a bit nervous about was having to watch a scalpel cut a flap on my eye, but that's not how it works at all. After giving me many numbing drop in my eyes, they put me under a machine that slowly pushed down on my eye, making everything look gray. I assume it was during this time that the flap was cut into my eye. I couldn't see or feel anything except the pressure, which felt kind of like if you push on your closed eye with your fist. One part I didn't anticipate was that during the part where they did the laser cutting (I assume, I don't know for sure) it smelled like burning, which was a little disconcerting. I just breathed through my mouth and it was over in seconds. The valium they gave me made it easy to take a nap when I got home. The night of the procedure I can see well for distance. I notice the monovision more when I'm reading a book or my phone. I can read fine, but still feel the blurriness from one eye. That could just be because it's so soon after the procedure. It feels like I just woke up and my eyes are still adjusting to being awake, and like there is a bit of dust in my eye. So far, happy with the procedure and the care I received.

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August, 2026

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Highly recommend this IPL treatment for anyone suffering with dry eye! dr Patel and her staff are absolutely amazing and talked me through every step of the way ! Had 4 treatments of IPL and my follow up appt this morning proved that this treatment worked wonders for me ! I could tell my eyes were improved but dr Patel confirmed my thoughts at today’s follow up ! Could not be happier !!!

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Kathy E.

August, 2026

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I opted for the LAL surgery. Still in the process of having my eyes adjusted. I find the people in Andover very friendly. Wasn’t happy with the male anesthesiologist at the surgery center in Waltham. Very grumpy. Due to unforeseen circumstances, they had to cancel several of my appointments. Again, these things happen. The woman who did the rescheduling had a heck of the job when the surgery site had to shut down for the day due to a generator problem, yet she was always pleasant. They never really seem to know the Andover staff schedules very accurately. Overall, I would recommend. It just became a joke when I got a phone call saying that we were canceled at the last minute. Again, these things happen, but there was just a pileup of these circumstances.

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Paul L. - Adventurer

August, 2026

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Ok so it the next day after my PRK Vision Correction at the Brookline Village Location, everyone was friendly and took there time explaining each step. So day of surgery I show up 10 min late for my 830a appointment, quick check in took a seat and waited about 30 min before i was called in for a test. But because i was on my phone before this test, (which no on told me not to do). my eyes where in a state that the machine could not take the reading it needed.. They pulled me out of that test and had me stare at a wall with giant letters for 15 minutes (that part was wack af). After my wall staring time out to help my eyes settle i guess. i was taken back to the room and completed the test. They than sent me back to the waiting room out front, I waited another 20 min and was called by and optometrist, who take to and exam room, confirmed my identity, corrected my vision to confirm my prescription, asked my what i was here for today., reviewed post op procedure, gave me eye drops to take home for recovery (antibiotic, artificial tears, pain killer) this took about 10 min. :Now i had to wait to meet with Dr. Melki (surgeon) this was about 15-20m wait. He rolls in confirms what i am here to do. asks some questions to confirm what procedure I am having done, reviews my chart., took about 5 min. Now I was given a Xanax and then sent to a smaller waiting room, (Xanax can; cause nausea, got nauseas later in the day about 4 hrs after takin the Xanax Pill) After about 20m, i was taken to the Lounge, which had massage chairs and snack (it was a nice touch) I say all the waiting rooms should only have Massage Chairs, snacks and dim lighting seriously tho,the amount of patient i see rolling thru Boston Vision i think they can afford it. I wait in the Lounge for 15m, get called into Operating room, about 8 people in there. I Lay down the put numbing drops in my eyes, tape on my eye lids, put some time of clamp on my eyeball to keep it open, the wash my eyeball, scrape it with something , more rinsing . then the move moves into position, i stare into some lights, told to focus on green one, doc says go, some one activates machine, the smell of something burning, I hear someone countdown from 5, and bam one eye done. they repeat it on the other side. and its over. i was in the Operating Room for less than 15m. So lots of waiting, super quick procedure, Day 2, some very mild eye dryness, no pain at, I am surprised how little discomfort i feel....maybe that will change in a few day IDK. I can already see a major improvement in my vision its crazy nothing is blurry so I am excited about that. Its supposed to only get better. Well i think that's plenty, I am off to my next day follow up appt.

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Kristen T. - Teacher

July, 2026

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I just had my ICL surgery today, and so far, things are exactly as described. The staff was super friendly, caring, and helpful. They described everything about the procedure, and any questions I had were answered in great detail. Dr. Brenner was fabulous. So far so good, and I would highly recommend Boston Vision.

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Lareine L. - Retail Compliance Specialist

July, 2026

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I recently had LASIK performed by Dr. Jason Brenner at Boston Vision, and today is the 6th day after the surgery. My experience from consultation through surgery and follow-up has been excellent. Dr. Brenner was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and took the time to answer all of my questions in detail, which gave me confidence in making an informed decision. The entire staff was professional, friendly, and supportive throughout the process. For anyone considering LASIK, I’d like to share my personal experience: During the procedure: I felt very little pain overall. The only noticeable discomfort was when pressure was applied to each eye, which I would rate around 2/10. The rest of the procedure was quick and much easier than I had expected. Immediately after surgery: Once the numbing drops wore off, I experienced burning, tearing, and irritation for about the first 4 hours, which I would rate around 5/10. Resting with my eyes closed and following the post-operative instructions made this period manageable, and the discomfort gradually improved afterward. The first few days: My distance vision improved very quickly, but I noticed some blurry vision when reading up close, which I understand is a normal part of the early healing process. My vision has continued to improve with each passing day. Overall, I had a very positive experience and felt well cared for from beginning to end. I’m grateful to Dr. Brenner and the entire Boston Vision team for their excellent care. Everyone’s healing experience is different, but I hope sharing my experience helps others know what to expect.

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Ashlyn R. - Medical Physicist

July, 2026

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Had a good experience! I have chronic dry eyes and was told they could be worse after lasik - I've definitely noticed they are a bit worse, but not as bad as when I was wearing contacts; I count that as a win. The worst parts of the experience was sleeping with the eye shields, but that's only required (as of the time of writing) for a week. My vision is 20/15 - would do again and wish I hadn't waited so long to get lasik done.

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Keren K. - Analyst

July, 2026

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I had one IPL treatment so far and it was great. Doctor was very helpful and sensitive to my needs, and care instructions easy to follow.

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June H. - Retired

July, 2026

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I had IPL with Dr. Patel which worked really great. Dr. Patel is awesome and extremely knowledgeable and has helped my eyes considerably. She is the BEST!

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Margaret E. - Leadership Consultant

July, 2026

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"Life changing" was the term my colleague used to describe the CLE procedure that her mother had earlier that year. She wasn't wrong. As a child my earliest photos show me wearing an eye patch and then glasses until my teenage years when I got contact lenses. I have never woken up in the morning without reaching for my glasses- until now. The result was all that I have dreamed of and much more. I will however say that this was not a magic wand that happened overnight- it was a process. For me that process began with some pre-surgeries on my corneas and recovery times before I could go ahead with CLE. Drops lots of drops and periods of adjustment where reading screens for work was difficult in the two weeks following the procedures until my vision adapted. The post operative glasses worn at all times didn't really bother me. I received comments asking whether they were Google glasses! My teenager referred to me lovingly as the nerd emoji. With the exception of a little dry eye now 6 weeks post op, I am experiencing life in Ultra HD- crisper, clearer and brighter than before. Thanks Boston Vision team!

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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.

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Ryan B. - Military

August, 2026

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I had LASIK on the August 21st with Boston Vision. I wanted to get this surgery primarily because of my career. I enlisted in the Army out of high school and have absolutely hated wearing contacts or glasses in the field. With the training I have in my future I knew that I never wanted to have to worry about it again. The consultation with Boston Vision was great, I felt completely educated about the procedure and all of the staff were very polite. I had gone to other consultations with other businesses and none made me feel as confident in the surgery as Boston vision did. They also worked with me when I had to change from EVO ICL to LASIK two weeks out from the surgery because of the military requirements. The day of the procedure I wasn't very nervous but the staff did a great job of reducing any concern I had. The procedure feels like somebody applying pressure on your orbital for a short amount of time and that is it. Healing was very quick and I could see better the day of the surgery although my vision was blurry and my eyes hurt. Days 2-4 the pain in my eyes felt like I had gotten gravel dust in them. Day 5 I felt 90% or so and day 7 and on I have been exercising and except for not being able to go in water for a couple more days I'd say im 95%. The only anomaly in my vision is more glare and halos which I did not have before however they have been increasingly getting better and will hopefully resolve themselves. Even if they didn't I wouldnt change a thing. Lasik and the convience it has given me has been absolutely game changer.

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Walter H. - High School Math Teacher

August, 2026

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A few days out from surgery and my biggest complaint is that I keep reaching up to adjust my glasses forgetting that I dont wear them anymore. Ive had a little dry eye in the mornings, but nothing that isnt fixed with the eye drops you get.

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Tan P. - Engineer

August, 2026

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I had lasik correction for both of my eyes. Quick consult and testing of your current condition. Surgery within a week, quick and painless operation. Improve far sight distance within 1 day. Near distance improvement slowly. It had been a week, I can read writing on the phone now. It will take a few weeks for the eyes to fully heal and the perfect visions. The Boston vision teams are amazing . My wife also had her lasik correction here. Lot of interns/resident doctors in training. I would recommend to any one that wants to see clearly to have it done. Do not wait. Just do it.

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Yanibel F. - PCA

August, 2026

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I had an incredible experience with my LASIK surgery at Boston Vision! From the initial consultation to the procedure itself, everything was seamless and professional. The surgical team and my doctor were exceptionally skilled, reassuring, and attentive, making the entire process smooth and completely stress-free. My surgery went exceptionally well, and the results have been fantastic. I highly recommend Boston Vision to anyone considering vision correction!

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Vera Z.

August, 2026

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Have some complication on right eye after 5 weeks. The complication was improved by laser procedure. Team work continue to be great.

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August, 2026

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I had my ICL surgery here back in July 2026, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish! The entire team was professional, attentive, and made me feel completely comfortable throughout the process. My vision recovery has been amazing, and it has honestly been life-changing. Highly recommend Boston Vision and their fantastic team to anyone。

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Lauren K. - IT Analyst

August, 2026

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I have worn glasses/contacts for the last 2+ decades due to myopia (around -5 and -5.5) and astigmatism. I also have dry eyes, which was a concern when considering lasik. I had consults at a few offices and and chose to go with ICL with Dr. Gregoire. I had 2 consults with them, the initial one and an additional to confirm candidacy for ICL with Dr. Gregoire. I also decided to go with monovision since I'm nearing reading glasses age. This worried me a bit at first and seemed kind of strange but decided to go with it upon their recommendation. I was able to schedule my surgery about a month after the last consult. The counselors were very responsive to my questions via email and phone. Day of surgery was very easy. I was in the office for a total of 2 hours. Pre-op vitals were taken and lots of drops were administered. You can take a Xanax if needed. The doctor marked my eyes and then I was off to surgery. The surgery itself was very quick, it felt like only 10 minutes per eye? They prep and draped each eye to do one at a time. It was not painful but felt some pressure/discomfort. After that they check your eyes and pressure and you're sent with drops and sunglasses and an eye shield to sleep in. Immediately I noticed I could see but it was foggy, like you're swimming or there's a haze. My eyes felt tired and I napped the rest of the day on and off. Each time I woke up I felt like my sight got better and better. At night I did notice some halos with light, to be expected. Going to bed and not having to remove contacts and waking up being able to see was a strange but very freeing feeling! Today I went in for my 1 day post-op and was able to drive myself. Vision is good with a tiny bit if a blur still. Clocked in at 20/20 with an asterisk because the doctor said vision would get crisper. I do have this sensation of my peripheral when looking at my phone or something close up. But they said that was normal and would resolve... probably a combination of still being dilated a bit and inflammation. I also wasn't sure what it'd be like starting at a computer screen a day later but I don't have any issues. And I honestly don't notice the monovision at all. I never tested it with contacts or anything so I wasn't sure what to expect, but I wouldn't have noticed anything different if I wasn't aware it was being done. Hopefully it keeps me out of reading glasses a bit longer. It is still early, but so far I am very pleased with ICL. I will update as healing continues. I found reading these experiences beforehand very helpful so please reach out if you have any questions!

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Christopher S. - Air traffic control

August, 2026

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LASIK has been great Had my surgery in mid July, after 2 weeks my eyes were still correcting (one eye was pretty blurry) and I noticed astigmatism at night which I did not previously had. After 5 weeks I would say the astigmatism is much less noticeable and both eyes are pretty much the same. I did mono vision and do not notice anything between each eye. I’ve gone on a few trips and it’s such a relief to not pack contacts, case, solution and glasses. The surgery went smooth as far as I could tell. During the surgery I wish there was a little more talking me through what was happening and what to expect. Follow up appointments are very fast less than 10 min, but if I didn’t get the first appointment of the day I waited well over an hour to see the doctor.

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Vera Z.

August, 2026

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Both eye surgeries went smoothly thanks to the outstanding teamwork of Boston Vision and Surgisite Boston.

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Ingy S. - Pharmacist

August, 2026

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I’ve been wanting to get LASIK eye correction for years, but I was always hesitant about where to have it done and whether I had waited too long, especially since I was already in my late 30s. I’ve hated wearing glasses my entire life and have relied on contact lenses for as long as I can remember. During a routine eye exam, I asked my doctor if she could recommend a trusted center for vision correction, and she referred me to Boston Vision. From my very first visit, everything was smooth and easy. The entire team was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and reassuring. And then came the surgery… LIFE-CHANGING! Oh my God, I wake up every morning and don’t have to reach for my contacts anymore. I honestly still can’t believe it! 😍 I’m so glad I decided to do it at 40. I can see clearly and absolutely love the freedom of not needing contacts anymore. I’m especially grateful to the entire Boston Vision team and for the monovision approach, which was a great option for me. If you’ve been thinking about LASIK and wondering if you’ve waited too long, I’m here to tell you—don’t let age hold you back! I couldn’t be happier with my decision. ❤️

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August, 2026

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I got my Lasik surgery in both eyes done with Dr. Melki in July. I was incredibly surprised by how quick and smooth the surgery was. The entire team, from pre-op to post-op, was amazing and really knowledgeable about their field. A month later my eyes are perfect and I'm living life without glasses for the first time since kindergarten. For some context, my eyes were around -6 and I had the option for ICL, however, I decided to go with lasik. 10/10 would recommend.

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Erik D. - Retired Police Officer

August, 2026

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Im 44 y/o and went in for PRK surgery after my night vision started to get worse as well as a bad astigmatism in my left eye. They were great and explained most of the procedure to me. The only part I was unaware of was that they scrape of part of the eye tissue off before the laser. Im less than a week in and my vision has fluctuated as they mentioned. Im hoping things are on track at my 1 week appointment. The day after they said I was looking as expected.

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Brian S. - IT

August, 2026

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After putting it off for years I finally decided to pull the trigger on PRK with Boston Vision. It’s only been about a month and I can honestly say it’s been the best decision I could’ve made. From the evaluation to the post op process, the team at Boston Vision was thorough, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful. They told me exactly what to expect and they were spot on. The first few days of recovery were a little uncomfortable but since then it’s been smooth sailing. Highly recommend for anyone needing correction, life changer for sure

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August, 2026

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Drs Keshav and Nangle were great at explaining and performing my LASIK procedure, and the rest of the staff was super helpful and nice. The procedure was stress free, and they've been supportive in my post op recovery.

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Ciara C. - Engineer

August, 2026

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Life changing! Super quick and straightforward procedure. The staff was great and the dr was phenomenal. Boston vision all the way!

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C K. - Pharmacist

August, 2026

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Professional, prompt follow-up. Fellow and doctor were able to answer my Q/A. Was able to see/work within the next day. One eye corrected to 20/20; the other 15/20 due to astigmatism. For me the only outcome that was important was that the vision was corrected without any infection / postsurgery issues - which I had. I'm happy overall. The first day of the surgery, you'll be asked to go into the surgery room without garbing up. The surgery (for me), was not just "slight discomfort" but was a bit painful. Everyone has different pain tolerance, so I defer to your judgement. If you're anxious ask for an anxiety med. For me it took 30 minutes to kick in. Then you'll be given a steroid + antibiotic combo eyedrop post surgery. Make sure you plan w/ the doctor a plan for the other eye, if you're not getting both done at the same time. I had headache and pain while working the next day on the computer all day because I had no vision correction on the other "non-surgery eye". I had to call the emergency hotline in which the oncall doctor helped me by suggesting I use my old contacts. I needed artificial tears like 8 x a day for 3-5 weeks. I saw halos both during the day and at night until week 3-4. Right now it's been about 3 months and it's quite amazing. No sensitivity to light nor halos at this point and 20/20 and 15/20 vision. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about my experience!

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My husband had LASIK at Boston Vision and always said it was the best money he had spent in years. Seeing how great his results were encouraged me to schedule a consultation myself. During my consultation, they found a small scar on my eye, so I wasn’t a good candidate for LASIK. They recommended PRK instead and also had me meet with a surgeon to confirm that PRK was the right option for me. I really appreciated how thorough they were. I had my PRK with Dr. Melki on a Friday. The procedure was surprisingly quick and easy. Dr. Melki was able to remove my scar during the procedure. The first day was a little painful, but by the next day the pain was gone. I’ve mainly been dealing with dryness, soreness, and sensitivity to screens, so I would definitely recommend planning a few days to rest after PRK. I’m currently on Day 3, so I’m still early in the recovery process, but overall I’ve had a very positive experience with Boston Vision. Everyone has been professional and experienced, and I felt very comfortable throughout the process. I’ll hopefully update once my vision is fully recovered!

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Jessica B. - Biotech executive

August, 2026

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Definitely recommend. The medical professionals are top tier. Some of the office part could be better (e.g. long wait times) but the place clearly runs like a machine because they specialize in these procedures and know what they're doing. Very glad I finally did this (Lasik with monovision).

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Debra R. - Physical Therapist

August, 2026

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4 stars for the whole process from the initial visit with Dr Brenner to final results -- I had the light adjustable lens/cataract surgery, as I understood I would have more vision without glasses. The surgery part was just fine, and recovery also okay. Wearing the LAL glasses, necessary during the adjustment time, for the LAL was difficult, but doable - maybe try to schedule in the winter when there is less sunlight. I had no idea how uncomfortable the treatments would be once the LAL was in my eye. 3 weeks after surgery, I returned to Boston Vision to fully adjust the LAL. This process included fully dilating my eye and then sitting at the machine getting UV light into my eye- this although less than 2 minutes each time (in the machine) was so excruciating and uncomfortable. And this process to fully adjust the lens takes 3-6 treatments. The optometrist was excellent and helped me through this process, but I would not do the LAL again. I do have good far and midrange vision and need glasses for reading. I am grateful for the vision and hope it continues, just still wonder if doing the basic far vision lens without the trouble of the UV protective glasses, follow up treatments and a lot more money would have put me in the same vision ability I have now.

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August, 2026

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I had a really positive experience getting PRK at Boston Vision. I’m 21 and my vision had been stable for about three years, so I started looking into laser vision correction as a long-term investment. Before PRK, I wore daily contacts that cost me around $900 per year. From a financial perspective alone, the procedure could pay for itself after several years. But the bigger benefit for me was the convenience of hopefully no longer having to depend on glasses or contacts every day, especially when traveling, playing sports, or just going about normal life. The whole process was much quicker and simpler than I expected. The initial consultation took about an hour and mostly consisted of measurements and tests to make sure I was a good candidate. On the day of surgery, they repeated some measurements, had me meet with the doctor, and then I waited until they were ready for the procedure. The actual surgery was surprisingly fast. They put numbing drops in my eyes and held my eyelids open so I didn’t have to worry about blinking. The part where they removed the outer surface of the eye and rinsed it was a little uncomfortable, but nothing I couldn’t tolerate. The laser itself only lasted a few seconds per eye. There was a brief burning smell that reminded me of an electric fly swatter, which was strange but honestly not a big deal. Afterward, they placed bandage contacts over both eyes, had me sit up, and walked me back out to the waiting room. The surgical portion felt like it was over within about 5 to 10 minutes. My recovery has also been pretty manageable so far. Immediately after surgery, I could already see dramatically better than I could without contacts before. During the first couple of days, I had a lot of light sensitivity and wore sunglasses most of the time. I also had the feeling that there were one or two specks of dust trapped underneath my contacts. That was probably the most annoying part, but artificial tears and the recommended pain medication made it very manageable. The staff and doctors were friendly throughout the entire process, and everything was explained clearly enough that I knew what to expect. I also appreciated having a follow-up appointment the very next day. The doctor congratulated me on the surgery and checked that everything was healing normally. I’m only one day into recovery as I’m writing this, so my vision is still somewhat blurry and my eyes are still sensitive to bright light. Even so, I’m already very happy with the experience. PRK is obviously a significant upfront investment, but for someone who has spent years buying contacts and dealing with glasses, I think the potential long-term convenience is a huge part of the value. Boston Vision made what sounds like a pretty intimidating procedure feel surprisingly straightforward.

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Christopher L. - Project Manager

August, 2026

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The consult was very thorough and well organized. The day of the procedure was also very smooth. The staff were very friendly and professional. I watched all the videos they ask you about six times during the consult and procedure day and the one thing that stuck out to me that the videos and conversations never quite explained was the amount of pressure on my eye felt during the procedure. “Some pressure” is an understatement! The procedure was really quick and not what I would call painful…uncomfortable maybe. But, after my four hour nap, it was like magic being able to see clearly again. My recovery was fairly quick and I would recommend LASIK to anyone interested.

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Kathleen M. - Retired Controller

August, 2026

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I went to Boston Vision to address a serious dry eye issue which seemed to come on very quickly. Dr. Patel suggested IPL and I booked the appointments immediately. I had some relief after the first appointment and much more relief with the second and third. By the time I got the 4th treatment the improvements were drastically remarkable and I no longer experience the extreme discomfort I had been enduring for over a year. I highly recommend this procedure for anyone having dry eye issues. Its best to not delay since doing so only causes more damage the the meibomian glands.

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Angeline D.

August, 2026

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Ayer me realicé una cirugía PRK Monovisión en Boston Vision con el Dr. James Gregorie, y mi experiencia ha sido excelente. La cirugía fue totalmente sin dolor. Al llegar a casa solo tomé un Tylenol, me apliqué las gotas indicadas y descansé toda la noche. Hoy, en mi cita de seguimiento, me revisaron la vista. Aún veo un poco borroso, pero el doctor me explicó que es completamente normal durante el proceso de recuperación. Hasta el momento no he tenido dolor, picazón ni sensación de arenilla, lo que me hace sentir muy tranquila. Lo único que he notado es que después de las 6 de la tarde me lagrimean un poco los ojos y tengo algo de sensibilidad a la luz, algo que también forma parte de la recuperación. En general, estoy muy satisfecha con la atención recibida y con mi experiencia. Recomiendo ampliamente a Boston Vision y al Dr. James Gregorie. 5 de 5 estrellas.

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Cheryl D. - Retired

August, 2026

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I had the eye lid cut and eyebrows lift What a great recovery i had No bad pain at all Just soreness i cant believe the difference my lid and eyebows were covering my eyes What s great job Dd Lee did He amazing and so good at what he does Im still healing I still have my eyebrows to go up more in the next few months Such amazing experience I will never let any dr due this procedure but Dr Lee from Boston Vision

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Maria M. - Food Science

August, 2026

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Overall, Boston Vision has been great for my PRK vision correction. My surgery was ~1week ago and went smooth. The day of it took less than 3 hours in total from arrival to leaving. The procedure itself was smooth and took less than 10 minutes. The laser part seems like it would be the hardest but truly was the easiest. It was more awkward to lay with your eye open and the flushing with drops was most uncomfortable. Recovery does take some time with PRK. They said I'd start to turn a corner Monday evening and it was spot on. Two days after actually bothered me the most so I recommend keeping that in mind and plan to be resting. I did get monovision and it's taking me time to get used to it but that is all expected. I truly appreciated that when I had a question over the weekend, I emailed Dr. Melki and within 5 minutes he had responded. That level of care and attentiveness was amazing.

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Michael G. - Pediatrician

August, 2026

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Overall a good experience with good results. The procedure itself is very quick - my left eye was over basically before I noticed but my right eye took a bit longer and was a bit uncomfortable (no pain just pressure which did cause some anxiety on my part which probably caused me to move and make it more difficult). Afterwards, I had significant dryness, light sensitivity, and some blurriness of the vision, along with a foreign body sensation, all worse in the right eye than the left. By a week out, all those symptoms had significantly improved (use the drops liberally). I still have some light sensitivity, dryness, and some glazing of my vision particularly at the end of the day but it continues to improved. Overall I am happy with the results.

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Jay B. - Vice President of Internal Audit

August, 2026

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I have not yet completed the surgery, which is scheduled for this week, but I can tell you the scheduling and qualification for surgery process has been seamless. The staff run this office like a well-oiled machine and nothing slips through the cracks. So far, I have been beyond impressed with the experience working with the Boston Vision staff.

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Geoff M. - Consultant

August, 2026

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Just had my 6 week follow up and getting close to target vision. Overall great experience with the doctors involved in my surgery and various follow ups. Surgery day itself was very easy. I felt like I was in and out within a couple hours. Dr. Brenner was great, very calming pre and during surgery. Immediate recovery was better than expected. Napping after surgery seemed to help and the pain wasn’t bothersome except for the 2nd night/3rd day and with also the most light sensitivity. Drops and pain meds were a must but expect to wake up with some discomfort as the pain meds wear off. But I was able to take more and be comfortable enough to fall back asleep. I had surgery Friday morning and pretty much back to normal comfort wise by Tuesday. Vision was all over the place for a few weeks and it was tough to work on the computer without max zoom. Every now and then I notice slight discomfort in one eye when focusing for longer periods of time but the tear drop and taking more breaks help. Overall, totally worth it, just need to be patient with vision getting to where it should be.

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Katheryn C. - Nurse

August, 2026

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Experienced a lot more dry eye issues postop - currently 2 months out now from LASIK. Depending on what’s happening - whether I’m at work in fluorescent lighting and dry areas or my eyes get irritated on a trip they can be blurry for hours even with hot and cold compresses and eye drops every hour around the clock. Talked to the office and they said continue the eye drops and do more COLD compresses for now. Anyone else ever experience this? Have any other suggestions with dealing with dry eyes on constant occasion?

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Kerry B. - Director of rehabilitation OTA

August, 2026

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Just had my consultation, super easy, everyone there was very friendly and lots of information. Super excited to throw away my glasses!

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Thomas W. - Marketing

August, 2026

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I got LASIK done on both eyes in early August 2026, and I am generally very pleased with the result. 5 days after surgery it is remarkable how well I can see. I still have a little discomfort and one eye is slightly more blurry than the other, but I believe I am trending up and healing well. I had a good experience with Boston Vision. It is a professional operation and they respect your time. Clear, communicative, great pre and post op instructions. Dr. Melki took the time to answer my questions before surgery, and Dr. Henick was informative the day after surgery. I've worn contact lens for 16+ years and it's a delight to be out of them. Thanks Boston Vision team.

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Nicholas C. - Software Engineer

August, 2026

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In August 2026, I had EVO ICL surgery performed by Dr. Melki. Everyone at the practice was helpful and very professional. It has only been a week, but my vision so far is great. I have minor halos, but they're clearly going away over time. I had some minor pain during the surgery recovery, but it was never so bad that it couldn't be treated with some ibuprofen or tylenol. It also went away after a few days. It is odd (in a good way!) to wake up without needing to fumble around for glasses or worry about whether I have enough contacts solution. On top the obvious vision improvement, there are so many other small improvements to my day to day life.

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Courtney K. - Affordable Housing Developer

August, 2026

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I am very pleased with my experience having cataracts surgery with Dr. Melki (cataracts surgeon) and Dr. Lee (optometrist) and I highly recommend Boston Vision. I chose the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) option for an additional cost. It required that I come in to their office every 7-10 days over 2 + months after the surgeries to adjust the lenses to meet my specific vision goals to be able to see distance and close up without glasses. The follow-up adjustment appointments take place in their Brookline Village office and were long (2-3 hours) and required that I be dilated. I now don't need glasses most of the time, but did get a pair of progressives to help make some distance vision clearer likely watching TV or going to the theater or sporting events, and reading easier for some smaller prints. I was only 48 years old at the time I had the surgery, which is young. I suspect that I had cataracts for at least two years prior, as I had gone to several different optometrists to help determine why my updated prescriptions were still leaving me with blurry vision. The test that those optometrists do for cataracts is a digital screen and didn't see any evidence of cataracts. I then eventually found Boston Vision and the digital screen they did showed a faint possibility that I had cataracts. They then dilated my eyes and quickly confirmed the presence of cataracts. Dr. Melki is the founder of Boston Vision and I was very confident in choosing him as my cataracts surgeon and was very happy with the results. I was surprised by how little I interacted with him- just the initial consultation and then very briefly before and during the surgeries. I did the Light Adjustment Lens adjustments with Dr. Lee, and I plan on continuing to see her as my optometrist going forward. The Brookline Village office is beautiful and very well run. I initially went to the Medford location, which was an existing practice that had been recently brought into Boston Vision. I did not have as great of an experience with the staff there and will keep travelling further to Brookline Village in the future. Dr. Melki performs his surgery at the Waltham Surgisite location. Surgisite is a very well oiled machine and being there for surgery was a good experience. However, I was surprised to have additional post-surgery bills from the Waltham Surgisite that were not outlined in advance. When I reached out to Boston Vision staff when I was seeking to understand the unexpected charge, I initially wasn't happy with follow-up. I then escalated the concern to Dr. Melki and was pleased with their subsequent openness to seeing where their system could be improved to make all costs related to the surgery clear up front, not just the ones that will be billed by Boston Vision. Overall, I highly recommend Dr. Melki and Dr. Lee at Boston Vision!

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Nicole M. - Chef

August, 2026

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8/6/26: An update to my May surgery. I still feel like the astigmatism correction feels off, 3 months out. I really wish this had been discussed or investigated more beforehand (I didn't learn until surgery day they were doing an astigmatism lens). At my followups I felt the doctor was dismissive of my concerns. Overall my vision is good and I am not disrupted in day to day life. The advantage of not wearing contacts or glasses does outweigh the small difficulty in focus in my one eye. But I wish my concerns were being heard instead of dismissed as something unrelated. 5/17/26: I am 5 days post surgery and feeling great! Most of the reviews I read beforehand are all immediately after surgery (because we are incentivized to post within one week) so I will definitely make sure I circle back with a more medium term assessment. But for now, here are the highlights and some honest moments I experienced: Pros- - Surgery was painless, recovery was painless!!! And I mean literally zero pain, just some swelling, blurriness, sensitivity to light, mental anxiousness. - Healing is going faster than expected. The first afternoon was very foggy but by the next morning I was seeing quite well. - The pre-surgery nurse was kind and comforting. Everything went fast and smoothly. Things to know- - Anxiety drug given before procedure was not very strong for me and wore off quickly. Just be aware you will not be "knocked out" by this, but it will be fine. - One of my eyes cleared up MUCH faster than the other, causing me some brief worry about the slow one. They evened out by the next day! Do not panic. - Only a few days out but I am definitely experiencing some halos, especially in mixed-light settings. Also if the light hits at an angle, I get a brief glimmer around the edges of the ICL. I can update on this later as they say it commonly will finish over time. - One of my lenses was an astigmatism lens, even though I was not previously treated for it before, and definitely feels like there's a lag in focusing that eye. Will update as they adjust. - Try to avoid your phone screen for as long as possible afterward. It really does make you feel what an eye strain it is to be on our phones so much :) - During surgery you do lose vision completely/ go "black" for a few seconds, and this is normal. You'll adjust back quickly and see the lights above come back into focus!

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Lisa C. - Quality Control Manager

August, 2026

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I had Lasik done yesterday. I am 43 years old and had been wearing glasses full time for distance and for reading for the past 10 years. While the process to have lasik done was quick and simple, I am still letting my eyes adjust properly. I am having blurry distance vision. However, I am able to see up close quite clearly. I am using the eye drops provided. I will have to wait it out to see if my distance improves over the next week or so.

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Shannon P. - HR Director

August, 2026

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I had PRK monovision surgery completed yesterday. The staff were professional and prompt. I wasn’t told the time of my surgery until a few days before the appointment date so coordinating schedules to arrange for a ride was cumbersome but it worked out without an issue. My time in office on the day of the surgery was only about an hour. No pain or issues noted during the procedure. I rested the remainder of the day and haven’t had much for pain. I am using the drops are directed and making sure to keep the eye lubricated to assist with healing. Vision is still a bit blurry but this is as expected with PRK.

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August, 2026

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My experience from beginning to end was excellent and I recommend to anyone who is sick of glasses to start exploring all the options at Boston Vision. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. The doctors are very skilled and made me feel confident every step of the way. I had ICL(implantable contact lens) surgery which took about two hours for the entire procedure. They offer other vision correction procedures and will work with you to find the best one. I wish I had done this sooner and am looking forward to a future without glasses. I know big life changes can be scary especially when it has to do with your vision which is why trusting the right place and people is important. Boston Vision is definitely the place to go for people looking for improved vision.

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Damon L. - Teacher

August, 2026

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At 48, I was tired of having difficulty reading in low light environments, constantly having to take off my glasses (single vision for near-sightedness) to read a book or look at my phone. The no-interest payment plan made it feel more manageable to have the procedure. I feel like they helped prepare me for what to expect. I opted for monovision. At first I was concerned it may not work for me, but was happy to hear that this is rare and that if it doesn't work they can easily correct the other eye in the future so that I would just need reading glasses. The only thing I was a bit nervous about was having to watch a scalpel cut a flap on my eye, but that's not how it works at all. After giving me many numbing drop in my eyes, they put me under a machine that slowly pushed down on my eye, making everything look gray. I assume it was during this time that the flap was cut into my eye. I couldn't see or feel anything except the pressure, which felt kind of like if you push on your closed eye with your fist. One part I didn't anticipate was that during the part where they did the laser cutting (I assume, I don't know for sure) it smelled like burning, which was a little disconcerting. I just breathed through my mouth and it was over in seconds. The valium they gave me made it easy to take a nap when I got home. The night of the procedure I can see well for distance. I notice the monovision more when I'm reading a book or my phone. I can read fine, but still feel the blurriness from one eye. That could just be because it's so soon after the procedure. It feels like I just woke up and my eyes are still adjusting to being awake, and like there is a bit of dust in my eye. So far, happy with the procedure and the care I received.

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August, 2026

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Highly recommend this IPL treatment for anyone suffering with dry eye! dr Patel and her staff are absolutely amazing and talked me through every step of the way ! Had 4 treatments of IPL and my follow up appt this morning proved that this treatment worked wonders for me ! I could tell my eyes were improved but dr Patel confirmed my thoughts at today’s follow up ! Could not be happier !!!

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Kathy E.

August, 2026

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I opted for the LAL surgery. Still in the process of having my eyes adjusted. I find the people in Andover very friendly. Wasn’t happy with the male anesthesiologist at the surgery center in Waltham. Very grumpy. Due to unforeseen circumstances, they had to cancel several of my appointments. Again, these things happen. The woman who did the rescheduling had a heck of the job when the surgery site had to shut down for the day due to a generator problem, yet she was always pleasant. They never really seem to know the Andover staff schedules very accurately. Overall, I would recommend. It just became a joke when I got a phone call saying that we were canceled at the last minute. Again, these things happen, but there was just a pileup of these circumstances.

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August, 2026

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Ok so it the next day after my PRK Vision Correction at the Brookline Village Location, everyone was friendly and took there time explaining each step. So day of surgery I show up 10 min late for my 830a appointment, quick check in took a seat and waited about 30 min before i was called in for a test. But because i was on my phone before this test, (which no on told me not to do). my eyes where in a state that the machine could not take the reading it needed.. They pulled me out of that test and had me stare at a wall with giant letters for 15 minutes (that part was wack af). After my wall staring time out to help my eyes settle i guess. i was taken back to the room and completed the test. They than sent me back to the waiting room out front, I waited another 20 min and was called by and optometrist, who take to and exam room, confirmed my identity, corrected my vision to confirm my prescription, asked my what i was here for today., reviewed post op procedure, gave me eye drops to take home for recovery (antibiotic, artificial tears, pain killer) this took about 10 min. :Now i had to wait to meet with Dr. Melki (surgeon) this was about 15-20m wait. He rolls in confirms what i am here to do. asks some questions to confirm what procedure I am having done, reviews my chart., took about 5 min. Now I was given a Xanax and then sent to a smaller waiting room, (Xanax can; cause nausea, got nauseas later in the day about 4 hrs after takin the Xanax Pill) After about 20m, i was taken to the Lounge, which had massage chairs and snack (it was a nice touch) I say all the waiting rooms should only have Massage Chairs, snacks and dim lighting seriously tho,the amount of patient i see rolling thru Boston Vision i think they can afford it. I wait in the Lounge for 15m, get called into Operating room, about 8 people in there. I Lay down the put numbing drops in my eyes, tape on my eye lids, put some time of clamp on my eyeball to keep it open, the wash my eyeball, scrape it with something , more rinsing . then the move moves into position, i stare into some lights, told to focus on green one, doc says go, some one activates machine, the smell of something burning, I hear someone countdown from 5, and bam one eye done. they repeat it on the other side. and its over. i was in the Operating Room for less than 15m. So lots of waiting, super quick procedure, Day 2, some very mild eye dryness, no pain at, I am surprised how little discomfort i feel....maybe that will change in a few day IDK. I can already see a major improvement in my vision its crazy nothing is blurry so I am excited about that. Its supposed to only get better. Well i think that's plenty, I am off to my next day follow up appt.

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Kristen T. - Teacher

July, 2026

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I just had my ICL surgery today, and so far, things are exactly as described. The staff was super friendly, caring, and helpful. They described everything about the procedure, and any questions I had were answered in great detail. Dr. Brenner was fabulous. So far so good, and I would highly recommend Boston Vision.

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Lareine L. - Retail Compliance Specialist

July, 2026

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I recently had LASIK performed by Dr. Jason Brenner at Boston Vision, and today is the 6th day after the surgery. My experience from consultation through surgery and follow-up has been excellent. Dr. Brenner was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and took the time to answer all of my questions in detail, which gave me confidence in making an informed decision. The entire staff was professional, friendly, and supportive throughout the process. For anyone considering LASIK, I’d like to share my personal experience: During the procedure: I felt very little pain overall. The only noticeable discomfort was when pressure was applied to each eye, which I would rate around 2/10. The rest of the procedure was quick and much easier than I had expected. Immediately after surgery: Once the numbing drops wore off, I experienced burning, tearing, and irritation for about the first 4 hours, which I would rate around 5/10. Resting with my eyes closed and following the post-operative instructions made this period manageable, and the discomfort gradually improved afterward. The first few days: My distance vision improved very quickly, but I noticed some blurry vision when reading up close, which I understand is a normal part of the early healing process. My vision has continued to improve with each passing day. Overall, I had a very positive experience and felt well cared for from beginning to end. I’m grateful to Dr. Brenner and the entire Boston Vision team for their excellent care. Everyone’s healing experience is different, but I hope sharing my experience helps others know what to expect.

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July, 2026

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Had a good experience! I have chronic dry eyes and was told they could be worse after lasik - I've definitely noticed they are a bit worse, but not as bad as when I was wearing contacts; I count that as a win. The worst parts of the experience was sleeping with the eye shields, but that's only required (as of the time of writing) for a week. My vision is 20/15 - would do again and wish I hadn't waited so long to get lasik done.

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July, 2026

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I had one IPL treatment so far and it was great. Doctor was very helpful and sensitive to my needs, and care instructions easy to follow.

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July, 2026

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I had IPL with Dr. Patel which worked really great. Dr. Patel is awesome and extremely knowledgeable and has helped my eyes considerably. She is the BEST!

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Margaret E. - Leadership Consultant

July, 2026

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"Life changing" was the term my colleague used to describe the CLE procedure that her mother had earlier that year. She wasn't wrong. As a child my earliest photos show me wearing an eye patch and then glasses until my teenage years when I got contact lenses. I have never woken up in the morning without reaching for my glasses- until now. The result was all that I have dreamed of and much more. I will however say that this was not a magic wand that happened overnight- it was a process. For me that process began with some pre-surgeries on my corneas and recovery times before I could go ahead with CLE. Drops lots of drops and periods of adjustment where reading screens for work was difficult in the two weeks following the procedures until my vision adapted. The post operative glasses worn at all times didn't really bother me. I received comments asking whether they were Google glasses! My teenager referred to me lovingly as the nerd emoji. With the exception of a little dry eye now 6 weeks post op, I am experiencing life in Ultra HD- crisper, clearer and brighter than before. Thanks Boston Vision team!

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