LASIK technology has come a long way. Discover the little known facts about laser eye surgery you may not have known. Did you know that LASIK has been available since 1990? And that since then millions of people—mostly from the US—have undergone the procedure? Or did you know that before the invention of eyeglasses and [...]

Commonwealth Eyes reflects on advancements in laser technology. As we close out 2012, we’re taking a moment to reflect on all of the major changes to our LASIK program through the years and appreciate the people we have been able to help see the world through new eyes. One of the most exciting developments in [...]

We’ve always said that our patients say it best! Our patients, whether you might know them (like, T.G. Shuck, Chief Meteorologist at WKYT) or not, almost everyone who walks through our doors at Commonwealth Eye Surgery then walks out with something great to say, to everyone else out there considering Lasik or a similar eye [...]

Although Commonwealth Eye Surgery does not perform routine eye exams or pediatric surgery, we commonly hear people asking/talking about eye exams for children. If you are a parent, this is also likely something that you have pondered. Our first recommendation would be to discuss this with your family eye doctor. Until then, CLICK the following [...]

You have to see these stunts to believe them. There’s no doubt that some of the videos are “doctored”, but CLICK “like” if you think the ones that aren’t are unbelievable. People are awesome! Happy Friday everyone!!!

Our 2011 “All I Want for Christmas is Free LASIK” promotional winner, Sarah Gilbert, was shocked to hear the news. Check out this video as she discusses the emotion she experienced.

We’ve all heard at some point in our lives that standing too close to the television will “ruin” your eyes. Well, according to this link to the Mayo Clinic, that old tale might not be true. CLICK “like” if you have ever screamed this at your kids. http://my.clevelandclinic.org/healthy_living/eye_care/hic_your_eyes_separating_fact_from_fiction.aspx

Simple harmonic (and non harmonic) motion…absolutely nothing to do with eye balls, but pretty darn cool! Please CLICK “like” if you think it’s cool, too. Happy Friday Everyone!!!

The doctors and staff at Commonwealth Eye Surgery want to hear from you, our patients, which is why we always encourage you to post your comments on our Facebook page. In addition, a huge help is to CLICK the following link and go to Dr. Ferguson’s profile on Healthgrades.com. The survey will take you all [...]

We’ve all seen the coupons, Groupons, “buy one get one free” and other advertising gimmicks to entice prospective buyers to “act now before it’s too late”. It’s a common sales tactic to elicit an emotional response and we’ve all fallen prey to the antics one time or another. But doctors warn prospective patients to do [...]

On Sunday a group from Commonwealth Eye Surgery had the pleasure of serving at the Ronald McDonald House (RMH) as a work family. It was an absolute pleasure and such a simple way to give back to our local community. We look forward to returning in the future! You can view the photo gallery of [...]

Congratulations to Rockcastle Regional Hospital…a first for Kentucky. Very cool!! Click Here to read the full article!  

The Doctors and staff at Commonwealth Eye Surgery would like to thank each and every patient who entrusted their eyes to our care in 2011. We certainly look forward to exceeding the surgical eye care needs of many of your friends and family members in 2012. Best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2012!!!

Here is a little something to get you in the spirit of football this New Year’s weekend.  Whether you are a football fan or not, this is a pretty amazing play.  TELL us what you think… http://www.dump.com/2011/02/22/end-zone-angle-of-the-final-football-play-of-trinity-vs-millsaps-video/

Ever been told by your parents to eat all the carrots on our plate because they are good for your eyes?  Well, studies do show that Vitamin A does play an important role in vision.  CLICK to learn more about this age old declaration. http://www.allaboutvision.com/nutrition/vitamin_a.htm      

As technology changes, so does your chances of being qualified as a potential candidate for LASIK eye surgery.  This article just might give you hope. http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/American-Refractive-Surgery-Council-Discusses-How-Advances-LASIK-Open-Door-Those-1578991.htm  

The Doctors and staff at Commonwealth Eye Surgery would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas.  We hope that you are able to take a little time and relax and enjoy the true meaning of Christmas with your friends and family.  To help set the Christmas mood today, here’s our happy little friend, Buddy [...]

This is our 3rd and final interview segment with Jennifer Sharp, our 2010 “All I Want for Christmas is Free Lasik” promotional winner.  Over the past couple of weeks, Jenn has shared with us her emotion when she got “the call” from our office and how lasik has changed her life this past year.  Today, [...]

“Having recently had cataract surgery at Commonwealth Eye Surgery, I would like to express my appreciation to a wonderful and caring group of doctors and nurses.  I do like to be treated with respect, dignity and good manners, and being from the ‘Old school’, I received all of these more than at any other medical [...]

CLICK “like” if you cannot believe that Christmas is in just 6 days!!!        

Congratulations again to Sarah Gilbert, our 2011 “All I Want for Christmas is FREE Lasik” promotional winner.  Sarah has completed her evaluation at Commonwealth Eye Surgery and is a great candidate for the lasik procedure.  Tune into LEX 18 today at noon for “Let’s Do Lunch”, where Sarah and Dr. Lance S. Ferguson will discuss [...]

We are continuing our interview segment with Jennifer Sharp, who still can NOT believe that she was last year’s “All I Want for Christmas is Free Lasik” promotional winner.  Today, Jenn tells us how lasik has changed her life this past year.

Time flies when we are having fun, but today is the final day to register to enter our random drawing for FREE LASIK from Commonwealth Eye Surgery.  To register, simply CLICK HERE and complete the brief registration form.  Someone’s life will change next week…might as well be YOU!    

We recently had a chance to sit down with Jennifer Sharp, last year’s “All I Want for Christmas is Free Lasik” contest winner and ask her a few questions.  Today, Jennifer talks about the emotion of getting “the call” from our office.

Congratulations to Dr. Ferguson who was recently featured in Premier Surgeon in an article entitled, “Which IOL Would You Use in a Patient with Keratoconus?” Contributing to such articles is part of Dr. Ferguson’s responsibilities in being included in the Premier Surgeon Top 250 list.  The PS250 is a list of 250 surgeons the publisher [...]

No one can attest to how exciting it is to find out that you are the winner of FREE LASIK surgery from Commonwealth Eye Surgery better than 2010’s winner, Jennifer Sharp.   We will have more videos of Jenn in the upcoming weeks talking about how LASIK has changed her life, but take a look at [...]

You have seen this before, but back in September we asked you, our fans, to give us your top reasons for having lasik surgery.  Thank you so much for that valuable feedback, as these are the things that prospective patients love to hear.  We compiled the list and here are YOUR “Top 10+ Reasons to [...]

If you think your friends and/or family should skip the hustle and bustle of black Friday and just get you LASIK surgery at Commonwealth Eye this Christmas, then CLICK “Like”.  Oh…..and be safe out there!!!    

There is certainly a lot to be thankful for again this year and we hope that you get to enjoy a little time this Thanksgiving with friends and family. From our house to yours, you “can’t stuff this”! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BlitbJKaYy0      

In case you missed our big announcement on “Live with Lee” earlier this morning, Dr. Ferguson announced that we are once again offering our “All I Want for Christmas is Free LASIK” promotion.  Unlike last year’s promotion, this year we will RANDOMLY draw out 1 lucky winner.  For more details, please CLICK here…

Don’t forget to tune into Channel 18 in about 15 minutes in order to catch Dr. Ferguson “Live with Lee”!!!

WLEX 18’s own Lee Cruse will be live at Commonwealth Eye Surgery bright and early Monday morning.  Lee will be talking with Dr. Lance Ferguson regarding a special announcement that fans won’t want to miss.  So, tune into Channel 18 at 5am…or stop back here Monday morning to catch up on the “latest news”.   [...]

If you have ever researched LASIK eye surgery, you know there are many options like standard lasik, custom lasik, all laser lasik, etc.  Without a proper explanation, this can all be very confusing.  During your evaluation, our doctors will perform tests to determine which technology is best suited for you.  So, don’t fret…leave the worry [...]

A common question that our doctors and staff field from patients following LASIK surgery is how do I get the restrictions lifted from my driver’s license now that I can see without glasses or contacts?  Well, according to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Driver Licensing Division, “In order to have the vision restriction removed from a [...]

Commonwealth Eye Surgery is proud to announce that our Director of Billing, Susan, received her professional coding certification from the American Association of Professional Coders this fall after passing the exam and completing the necessary continuing education credits. She intends on using her skills to assist with the upcoming changes with ICD-10 and chart-auditing. In [...]

If so, please share this informative on your personal page.  This picture slideshow shows what a cataract is, what the causes are, the associated symptoms and discusses the various surgical options.  Whether you are young or old, now is the time to educate yourselves regarding cataracts.  We hope this helps! http://www.emedicinehealth.com/slideshow_pictures_cataracts/article_em.htm

Today’s patient spotlight is certainly a blast from the past. It’s been a while since we have received an update from our friend, Mr. Lee Cruse, so let’s check in with him. Lee how is your vision doing after all of this time?      

When Sandy Highland isn’t working at Commonwealth Eye Surgery, she and her husband, Russ, are looking for ways to give back to society via their local business, The Drum Center of Lexington.  This year is no different as the couple is gearing up for “The Big Beat 2011” benefitting local music programs through Mr. Holland’s [...]

Happy Halloween Facebook friends!!! CLICK on the link below to see a bit of Halloween trivia that you might find interesting. Things like…did you know that Halloween candy sales average about 2 billion dollars annually in the United States??? http://www.halloween-website.com/trivia.htm

Co-Management Co-management means “teamwork”. Your local Optometrist delivers primary eye care – annual examinations, prescription of glasses and contact lenses, and the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. Serving as the gatekeeper for most patients, local Optometrist detect eye disease prior to symptoms being displayed and then determine the correct method of care. Early detection [...]

Co-Management Co-management means “teamwork”. Your local Optometrist delivers primary eye care – annual examinations, prescription of glasses and contact lenses, and the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. Serving as the gatekeeper for most patients, local Optometrist detect eye disease prior to symptoms being displayed and then determine the correct method of care. Early detection [...]

I just wanted to say thanks for the newsletter and for the great success that has come with my eye surgery. LASIK is a terrific way to get back the vision needed to see the world of beauty around us. I have improved my archery skills greatly, my golf game has improved too because now [...]

Dr. Ferguson, Findley and Staff: I just wanted to let you know how very much I appreciate you and all your staff. You are all such friendly people. The moment I walked into your office I felt like I had known each of you for years. Being able to see without glasses is a dream [...]