Ophthalmologist & Optometrist - Atlanta Vision Cataract & Laser Center

Atlanta Vision Cataract & Laser Center, led by Dr. Leonard Achiron and Dr. David O’Day, provides comprehensive eye exams, cataract surgery, LASIK surgery, eyeglass and contact lens prescriptions, as well as treatments for glaucoma, macular degeneration, and astigmatism, for patients from the communities of Atlanta, Hapeville, Forest Park, College Park, East Point and surrounding areas of Georgia. Our modern facility is equipped with state-of-the-art optometry testing equipment, medically trained optometrists who are licensed to examine eyes for both vision and health problems, and correct refractive errors by prescribing eyeglasses and contact lenses.

Why Choose Our Vision Center Doctors

At Atlanta Vision Cataract & Laser Center, we are committed to providing unparalleled care and service to all of their patients. Dr. Leonard Achiron and Dr. David O’Day have over 20 years of medical optometry and ophthalmology experience. They have performed over 80,000 LASIK procedures. We offer a number of services to fit your every optical need. Our comprehensive eye examinations are more than just a simple prescription update; we execute a detailed check to ensure your eye health. This includes complete case history, extra-ocular muscle assessment, visual acuity test, color vision, peripheral field screening and much more. We also perform screenings for any subtle indication of eye disease before it becomes threatening. Beyond all of that, we also perform contact lens evaluations, LASIK laser vision correction, cataract surgeries, corneal procedures, glaucoma management, diabetic eye treatment, and dry eye management. Should you need vision improvement, we also offer many product options to suit your preference and lifestyle. These include occupational lenses, fashionable frames like Prada and Raybans, sports glasses, and a wide variety of contact lens options. Our innovative methods, in-depth solutions and treatment options, and the experience of our doctors are everything you need to be sure your eye health is in right hands.

We want all our existing and future patients to know that at Atlanta Vision Cataract & Laser Center, we look forward to serving your vision needs and sincerely welcome everyone as new members of our dedicated vision care family.

LASIK

LASIK is a refractive surgery that corrects the curvature of your cornea for sharp vision. The cornea is the clear dome at the front of your eye, and a misshapen cornea causes refractive errors, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. LASIK is a popular laser vision correction procedure that has helped millions of people worldwide achieve better eyesight and eliminate the need for contact lenses or prescription eyeglasses. 

Our ophthalmologists at Atlanta Vision Laser and Cataract Center can determine if LASIK is the best way to improve your vision with a comprehensive eye exam and review of your medical history and lifestyle. 

Cataracts

Cataracts are one of the leading causes of blindness, but they are very curable through cataract surgery. This eye disease causes proteins withing the natural eye lens to clump together, creating an opaque appearance and leading to blurry vision, double vision and other symptoms. As the cataract progresses, your visual acuity worsens and can increase your risk of falling and suffering an injury. 

Cataract surgery is one of the most successful procedures. One of our eye surgeons will expertly remove the clouded lens and replace it with an intraocular lens (IOL). Premium IOLs are available to correct your vision, so you no longer have to depend on glasses or contact lenses. Our ophthalmologists offer a limbal relaxing incision technique that can improve astigmatism during your cataract surgery. 

Keratoconus

Keratoconus weakens the structure of your cornea, causing it to thin and bulge out like a cone. This change in corneal shape distorts your vision and often starts during puberty and progresses for up to 20 years. While early keratoconus may be managed with glasses, rigid gas permeable contact lenses and other vision correction measures, most patients need more extensive treatment as they age. 

Corneal collagen cross-linking is an innovative treatment that has helped slow or halt keratoconus progression for many people, in turn precluding the need for corneal transplant. Our skilled eye doctors can diagnose and treat keratoconus. 

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a common and progressive eye disease characterized by high intraocular eye pressure (IOP). This rise in IOP may be gradual or sudden and damages the optic nerve, which is responsible for sending messages to your brain to transform light into images. Glaucoma is a progressive disease that requires ongoing management with an ophthalmologist to limit vision loss. 

This group of eye diseases has two primary forms: open-angle glaucoma and closed-angle glaucoma. Regular dilated eye exams and treatment at Atlanta Vision Laser and Cataract Center are essential to maintaining your vision. 

Vision Insurance

Eyecare services covered under your vision insurance plan depend on your policy. Most basic vision plans offer coverage for preventive eye care, such as annual eye exams and prescription eyewear up to a certain dollar amount. You can contact your insurance provider to discuss your plan benefits before your appointment at Atlanta Vision Laser and Cataract Center. If the treatment or procedure you need is not included under your vision insurance, you can use funds from a flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA) to cover out-of-pocket expenses.