Testimonials

A 21-year-old FSU Student writes “Due to poor eyesight, I was required to wear glasses starting in the third grade. Upon awakening, my vision was that of seeing shapes without any definition. After my LASIK procedure, my vision is 20/20. It is a wonderful feeling to be able to see 24 hours a day without the use of contact lenses or glasses. I have the greatest confidence in Dr. Palmer and his wonderful staff. Thank you, Dr. Palmer, for my gift of 20/20 eyesight.”

This mother of young children relates that she wanted LASIK surgery for years, but put it off due to having young children and a busy life. “I finally decided to do it and it was the best decision I ever made. I did a lot of research and decided to trust my vision to Dr. Palmer. He and his staff are wonderful. They did everything possible to make sure I had a positive experience. I was seeing better within hours of the procedure. My only regret – I didn’t do it sooner!”

A Registered Nurse said “For as long as I can remember, I wanted to be glasses-free, but had no options. Then I heard about Dr. Palmer and LASIK surgery. I have never been so excited and anxious. I could see better immediately and drove my friends crazy reading everything in sight – WITHOUT GLASSES! It was truly pain-free and the staff was so kind and caring. They always made me feel as if I was their only patient and the most important thing that they had to do. I recommend it a thousand times!”

A 32-year-old Ophthalmic Assistant had LASIK and reported the following: “Since high school, I could only see the big E on the eye chart. When I was confronted with the possibility to see without glasses, I basically jumped at the chance. Since Dr. Palmer was a corneal specialist with a 2-year fellowship in laser vision correction, I figured he was the best for the job. The day after the procedure, my vision was good enough to drive myself to the office. Now I can see better without my glasses than I could see with them. I owe my great vision to Dr. Richard Palmer and the best technology around”.

An Engineer at WTXL-TV says: “This has made a huge difference in my life and I’ll always be grateful for your expertise in carrying out the procedure. Our viewers ask about my experience with LASIK and I have the opportunity to further spread the word about you and your excellent staff. I’m confident that I’ll be a positive promotion for you for a very long time!”

A 45-year-old Case Manager wrote “It is absolutely wonderful to be able to see the clock when you wake up in the morning, and to be able to see without the hassle of contacts or glasses. It’s been almost a year since my surgery, and I am so happy and very satisfied with my result. You are worth every praise given!”

A homemaker, age 58, had trouble putting on make-up and seeing the clock at her bedside and was frustrated. She had been having problems with her contact lenses and came to Dr. Palmer for help with a corneal ulcer. She said “the more I read and heard about LASIK, the more excited I became. I am thrilled with the results of my LASIK. It’s the greatest thing not to be looking for my glasses or be inconvenienced with the daily ritual involved in putting in contacts. It was a painless procedure and recovery was quick. Thanks to Dr. Palmer and staff for giving me the wonderful gift of perfect vision.”

A 61-year-old Nurse said “I’ve been wearing glasses or contacts since 3rd grade and hated every minute. If I attempted to go without, everything was a blur. Glasses never stayed in place; I was constantly pushing them up on my nose. Contacts worked for awhile, but were uncomfortable as I aged. The LASIK surgery has been an answer to my prayers. I can see without glasses or contacts. The surgery took only a few minutes and was entirely painless. I did not have to take even a Tylenol. My only regret is that this technology was not around 20 years ago!”

A Lobbyist, 59 years old, wore glasses or contacts for 50 years. She has laser surgery so she would be able to see distances without having to wear glasses or contacts. “I haul a 31-foot long RV/Horse trailer, and the ability to see distances clearly is important not only for my own safety, but also for the safety of my horses. She “hauls” by herself and does not need a “navigator” to assist her. “Since my laser vision correction surgery with Dr. Palmer, I have 20/20 vision and am looking forward to my trip to New Mexico with one of my horses in July”.

A 32-year-old Physical Education Teacher complained that her contact lenses along with her allergies were causing problems. “I found that wearing glasses was awkward because I am very active in sports and coach figure skating. I chose the Laser Vision Correction Surgery option. Since the surgery with Dr. Palmer, I have noticed less eye irritation and a decrease in my nasal allergy reactions. I am much more comfortable.”

This FAMU Associate Professor had RK surgery a few years ago and was had “crossed over into the realm of having to have bifocals. I was tired of deciding between contacts or glasses, tired of waking up and not being able to see the clock, tired of blurry vision”. The surgery was so simple that she wondered why she hesitated. “There was no pain and, within 3 hours, I could see so well, I called a friend to tell her!”