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Vision & Surgery center*

Introducing the Vision & Surgery Center located inside of LensCrafters.* The center offers comprehensive eye care solutions utilizing best in class technology and provides expert care.
Call 1 484 875 9790 to schedule your consultation.

*The Vision and Surgery Center located inside of LensCrafters is owned and operated by Friendly Eyes Vision PLLC. The doctor of ophthalmology performing surgery at the Vision and Surgery Center provides services on behalf of Friendly Eyes Vision PLLC and is not an employee, independent contractor, or agent of LensCrafters.

Advanced Care Meets Clarity

Comprehensive advanced care

The Vision & Surgery Center in Exton, Pennsylvania is the first center located inside of a LensCrafters.* The Center offers surgical solutions whose goal is to help you see more clearly and improve your quality of life.

Surgical solution

The Vision & Surgery Center* offers expert care for patients with cataracts and other eye conditions, providing personalized solutions to meet each patient’s vision needs.

Trusted expertise

Led by military-trained independent ophthalmologist, Bruce Rivers, MD, considered one of the foremost experts in the fields of cataract and laser vision correction surgery.

Specialties and Services

Meet Dr. Bruce Rivers

Dr. Rivers is a military-trained independent ophthalmologist, who is considered one of the foremost experts in the field of laser vision correction surgery.

He specializes in several services and procedures, including Laser Cataract Surgery, Implantable Collamer Lenses (ICLs), Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE), SMILE (flapless LASIK), LASIK, PRK, Laser Glaucoma Treatment, Advanced Dry Eye Management and more. To date, he has performed more than 50,000 cataract and refractive surgeries in his career.

He earned his medical degree from the Howard University College of Medicine, where he attended on an Army scholarship. Dr. Rivers was deployed to Iraq as the Brigade Surgeon for the First Cavalry Division, and upon his return, he completed a residency in ophthalmology at Madigan Army Medical Center at Fort Lewis, Washington.

Faq

How long does cataract surgery take?

Surgery takes about 10 to 20 minutes. After surgery, you will relax in a recovery room and need to arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure. Depending on which surgical option you choose, you may be able to have both eyes treated on the same day to ensure quicker recovery time.

What is recovery like after cataract surgery?

Most patients experience quick recovery and progressive vision improvement in the days following surgery. Although you will be able to see after surgery, your vision will be blurry during the initial recovery period. It is recommended that patients rest after surgery.
After surgery, you will be given a clear protective shield over the eye and/or sunglasses. You will not be able to drive yourself home and must have a friend or family member with you.
Prior to leaving the office, your ophthalmologist will review the proper use of the prescribed eye drops and confirm the time of your follow-up exam. Expect to use the eye drops for several weeks to aid recovery, reduce the chance of infection, and keep your eyes lubricated.

How is RLE surgery different from cataract surgery?

They are essentially the same surgical procedure in that the natural lens of the eye is removed and replaced by an artificial lens, however RLE features today’s latest intraocular lens (IOL) technologies such as extended depth of focus IOL, multifocal IOL, and trifocal IOL. By replacing the patient’s natural lens with one of these advanced IOL options, patients may achieve visual independence from glasses or contacts after the procedure and an improved quality of life.

Is EVO ICL right for me?

Ideal candidates for EVO ICL are aged 21 to 45 with nearsightedness with or without astigmatism and have maintained a stable prescription for at least one year. Currently, EVO ICL is approved only for these conditions and is not yet available for farsightedness.

Am I a candidate for SMILE laser vision correction procedure?

You may be a candidate for SMILE if you:

Are at least 21 years old
Have a prescription that has remained stable for at least 12 months
Have nearsightedness (myopia) or astigmatism
Do not have pre-existing conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, or dry eye syndrome
Have a healthy cornea
Have an active lifestyle and need to return to work and activities within 24–48 hours

You are not currently a candidate if you:

Are pregnant or nursing – it is generally recommended you do not have SMILE until you have completed nursing for three to six months
Are receiving hormonal therapy – your doctor can review your medical history with you to determine your eligibility for SMILE and other vision correction options

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Vision & Surgery Center located inside of
LensCrafters*
289 Main Street
Exton, PA 19341
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