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Comprehensive Eye Care Services in Eugene, OR
At The Eye Center, we are committed to delivering exceptional eye care through a combination of advanced technology, skilled professionals, and a deep dedication to our patients. Our practice is built on four core values: treating every patient with the compassion we would offer our loved ones, fostering staff growth, utilizing cutting-edge technology, and engaging in philanthropy to serve the greater good. With decades of combined experience, our team provides comprehensive services including primary eye exams, urgent care, cataract treatment, LASIK, and refractive surgery.We employ the IFS Femtosecond Laser and iDesign Excimer Laser to ensure personalized, precise vision correction tailored to each patients unique needs. Our humanitarian efforts, including global eye camps and the Give Me Sight Foundation, reflect our mission to improve lives through sight restoration. Patients consistently praise our attentive staff, life-changing procedures, and the ease of their appointments, making us a trusted choice for eye care in Eugene, Florence, and Newport.
Services
Primary Eye Care
Urgent Eye Care
Cataracts
LASIK
Refractive Surgery
Diabetic Retinopathy
Dry Eye
Eyelid Surgery
Laser Retina Surgery
Low Vision
Highlights and features
- We utilize the latest IFS Femtosecond Laser and iDesign technology for precise vision correction.
- Our team includes board-certified ophthalmologists with global humanitarian experience.
- We prioritize personalized care, treating every patient like family with compassion and respect.
- Our philanthropy extends worldwide, including over 30 sight-restoring eye camps across five continents.
- Patients praise our attentive staff and life-changing procedures like LASIK and cataract surgery.
What people say
Life-changing care
Amazing staff
Best investment
20/20 vision
Easily accessible
Services
Primary Eye Care
Our comprehensive eye exams assess vision and ocular health, detecting conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration. We recommend biennial checkups for most patients, with annual visits for those over 70 or with diabetes. Using advanced diagnostics, we evaluate refractive needs and systemic disease impacts on eye health.
LASIK Surgery
LASIK procedures use the IFS Femtosecond Laser and iDesign Excimer Laser for precise, personalized vision correction. This technology reshapes the cornea to address nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Patients experience rapid recovery with many achieving 20/20 vision post-surgery.
Cataract Treatment
We offer advanced cataract removal and intraocular lens implantation, including premium options like the Vivity lens. Our surgeons use cutting-edge techniques to restore clarity and reduce dependency on glasses. Pre- and post-operative care ensures optimal outcomes for improved quality of life.
Diabetic Retinopathy
Specialized management for diabetic eye disease includes early detection through retinal scans and treatments like laser therapy. Our team monitors progression and intervenes to prevent vision loss, emphasizing regular screenings for patients with diabetes.
Dry Eye Therapy
Customized treatments address dry eye symptoms caused by environmental factors or medical conditions. Options include artificial tears, prescription medications, and in-office procedures to improve tear production and ocular surface health.
People
John H. Haines
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Haines, a board-certified ophthalmologist trained at the Moran Eye Center, has conducted 30+ global eye camps and authored peer-reviewed articles. His humanitarian work includes founding the Give Me Sight Foundation and participating in documentary projects highlighting vision restoration.
John D. Polansky
Founder
Dr. Polansky established The Eye Centers core values, emphasizing patient care, staff development, and philanthropy. His leadership drives the practices commitment to advanced technology and community service, both locally and internationally.
Questions
What services does The Eye Center offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams, LASIK, cataract surgery, diabetic retinopathy treatment, dry eye therapy, and urgent eye care using advanced technology.
Do you offer emergency eye care?
Yes, our Urgent Eye Care services address sudden vision changes, injuries, or infections with prompt, specialized treatment.
What technology do you use for LASIK?
We use the IFS Femtosecond Laser and iDesign Excimer Laser for precise, personalized LASIK procedures, ensuring optimal visual outcomes.
Are your doctors experienced?
Our board-certified ophthalmologists have decades of experience, including global humanitarian work and advanced surgical training.
Where are your locations?
We serve patients in South Eugene, Florence, and Newport, Oregon, with plans to expand access to quality eye care.
Reviews (7)
Hana Marino
May 19, 2022
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I got a total of 6 reminders to show up for the appointment. I could not forget to show up. Guess what? I showed up!
Mindy S.
May 09, 2022
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I want to write that I was a bit discouraged by my first appointment at the Eye Center when I got an eye exam. I was happy they respected my disability exemption from masking and the technician who saw me first was very nice and professional. There was miscommunication about contact lens prescription but I'm happy to say that there was another appt. made with the contact lens doc who is taking good care of me. I'm very pleased everything is working out. Thank you Eye Center!
Rick Thomas
Aug 21, 2021
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I trust my vision to J. Haines MD and his super competent team. He is a consumate professional and a great communicator. I feel very fortunate to be under his care with my diabetes.
Jeff T.
Aug 07, 2021
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Dr. Karren is going to perform eye surgery in a couple of weeks. The lens with cataracts in my right eye is being replaced. Then the left eye next month. Yay! I'll be able to see clearly without glasses for the first time in my life [from 19 to infinity]. I won't mind glasses for reading, and I'll finally be able to wear sunglasses off the rack at Walgreens.
R. Alan Swayze
May 02, 2021
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Friendly and professional. All staff views you as not just a patient but a partner In addressing any issues. The doctors (Dr Haines) listen, ask questions, then discuss how to best move forward. I highly recommend The Eye Center.
Dan Mason
Feb 18, 2021
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I have nothing but Applause and Yahoo yippee Yahoo for all the staff and everyone at the eye center I had cataract surgery and I now have 20/20 vision for the first time in my life since I was 6 years old I don't have to wear glasses ever again! Thank you to the staff the Dr. Karren as well as everybody of surgery staff the. Nurses everyone is awesome thank you again or giving me my sight back after almost 60 years
David H.
Feb 11, 2021
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Patient, compassionate Dr's led by Dr John Haines, highly skilled & effective Ophthalmologist who performed mono vision lasik on my eyes years ago! He listens to your needs & feelings & goes about the process explaining each stage as he operates. Never felt so comfortable with a Doctor, let alone a specialist with such kind & thoughtful command of this difficult operation! Recommended highly!
