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AZAR EYE INSTITUTE INTRODUCES “ALL LASER LASIK” TO ITS PRACTICE Former Olympic Medal Winner Dr. Emerson Que - AZAR Eye Institute (AEI), founded by Dr. Alex Azar who has practiced ophthalmology in Salisbury since 1976, has announced it has launched the first “All Laser LASIK” surgical practice on the Shore. LASIK surgery allows for people who are nearsighted (unable to see far distances) to regain their distance sight and put away their glasses, often for good. In traditional Lasik surgery, one laser is employed. With Azar’s “All Laser LASIK,” two lasers are used in a two-step process, allowing for even greater precision. Dr. Emerson Que, who joined AEI in the spring, has performed more than 8,000 LASIK and All Laser LASIK procedures. He has had extensive experience operating on professional athletes, law enforcement, firefighters and emergency service workers. A former Olympian who won a bronze medal for Tae Qwon Do in 1990, Que has dedicated his professional career to improving, preserving and repairing eyesight, with a specific interest in athletes and their visual needs. “This is state-of-the-art technology and we are thrilled to have attracted an expert surgeon to our staff so we can offer our patients the best available surgical resources,” said Dr. Alex Azar, founder and president of AZAR Eye Institute. “Having performed more than 8,000 surgeries in his career to date, Dr. Que’s expertise gives patients the comfort and care they need to make the right decision when it comes to All Laser LASIK and other types of eye surgery.” Dr. Que is the first surgeon performing All Laser LASIK procedures, the most technologically advanced, on the Eastern Shore. He started performing the surgeries in Salisbury in June. All Laser LASIK surgeries are performed at Azar Surgical Center on the AEI Campus in Salisbury. Two Lasers Add Greater Precision Carolyn Knectel was among the very first to try the new procedure. As Dr. Azar’s lead technician for 30 years, Knectel said she had never made time to have LASIK surgery, even going so far as scheduling it in 1999 before canceling. “It sounds ironic but I think underneath I was worried about recovery; when I scheduled the surgery in 1999, my family vacation was scheduled about a week after and I was concerned I would not heal in time,” said Carolyn Knectel. “This time, with the two-laser procedure, it seemed like I had every reason to try it – and I am so glad I did. My recovery time was minimal and for the first time in my life I won’t have an eye glass restriction on my license! It’s very exciting – I keep reaching for my glasses, only to realize I no longer need them.” Another patient that has had the All Laser LASIK procedure done by Dr. Que at Azar Eye Institute is Ryan Omalley, Big Classic 98.5 DJ and radio personality. Both Dr. Que and Omalley had the opportunity to speak about the procedure during an interview on the station. AZAR Eye Institute will be offering free screenings to current patients and members of the community by appointment in the coming months. The screening takes into consideration the patient’s needs, lifestyle and other eye issues, if any. From this information Dr. Que can recommend the appropriate approach for correcting vision. To schedule a screening call 410-546-2500. Dr. Emerson T. Que Joins AEI In 1998 he was honored with the Sarah Baskin Award for Excellence in Research. He has written numerous publications in journals such as Ocular Surgery News and Archives of Ophthalmology. Dr. Que is also a former Olympic Athlete who won a bronze medal in Tae Kwon Do for the United States in 1990. Dr. Que lives in Salisbury where he is looking forward to outdoor activities on the water with his wife Thalia. *** NEWS FLASH-----Listen to Dr. Emerson Que's recent radio interview! Click here. *** *** Olympic medalist Dr. Emerson Que on recent news program! Click here. *** *** Recent Testimonials *** Schedule your LASIK consultation today to see if you are a candidate!!! |
