If you live in The Woodlands and you are ready to be done with glasses or contacts, you have options close to home. Even so, plenty of Woodlands patients choose to make the drive into Houston for LASIK with Dr. Sura. This page explains why, what the trip involves, what LASIK costs, and how to find out if your eyes qualify.
Why patients make the drive
Wherever you have LASIK, the thing that shapes your result is the surgeon: who examines your eyes, who confirms you are a true candidate, and who performs your procedure.
Here is how that works at SuraVision. You meet Dr. Krishna Surapaneni, known to his patients as Dr. Sura, at your very first visit. He is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract, cornea, and vision correction surgery. The surgeon who does your candidacy exam is the same surgeon who performs your LASIK and checks your healing afterward, all at one office. And you leave your consultation with a straight answer about whether LASIK fits your eyes, along with your exact price in writing. Learn more about LASIK at SuraVision on our LASIK in Houston page.
What the trip from The Woodlands actually involves
SuraVision is at 2601 Westheimer Rd in Houston, in the Upper Kirby area. From most of The Woodlands that is about 40 to 55 minutes by car, mostly south on I-45 and then a short hop west, depending on traffic.
Here is the good news: LASIK does not require many trips. For most patients the full process is three visits.
- Your consultation. A complete candidacy exam with measurements of your eyes, a straight answer about whether LASIK fits, and your exact price in writing. You can drive yourself to and from this visit.
- Surgery day. The procedure itself takes about 15 minutes for both eyes, though plan to be at the office a bit longer. You will need someone to drive you home.
- Your next-day check. A short visit to confirm your eyes are healing well. Many patients see well enough to drive themselves to this one, and your doctor will tell you exactly when driving is safe for you.
Follow-up visits after that are spaced out over the first several months, and many can be brief. If the drive from The Woodlands feels like a lot, remember that it is a handful of visits for a change that lasts for years.
What LASIK costs
LASIK at SuraVision is $2,800 per eye. You get that exact price in writing at your consultation, with no moving quote and no pressure.
LASIK is an elective procedure, so insurance does not cover it. The good news is that most patients can use tax-free FSA or HSA dollars, and we offer financing that spreads the cost into monthly payments. We go over all of this at your visit so you know your real number before you decide anything. You can see more on our LASIK cost page.
How to find out if LASIK fits your eyes
Most healthy adults with a stable prescription are good candidates for LASIK, but the only way to know for sure is an exam. A few things we look at:
- Your age and whether your prescription has held steady for about a year
- The thickness and shape of your corneas
- The strength of your prescription. At SuraVision we typically treat nearsightedness up to about -8.00 diopters with LASIK. Above that, a lens-based procedure often gives a better result.
- The overall health of your eyes, including how dry they run
And yes, LASIK treats astigmatism. That surprises a lot of people who were told otherwise years ago. If you want to get a sense of where you stand before you come in, our honest LASIK candidacy checklist walks through it. You can also read straight answers about LASIK safety and risks.
Prefer to talk through everything in Spanish? Our bilingual team supports every conversation, in the office and on the phone.
Frequently asked questions
How far is SuraVision from The Woodlands?
SuraVision is at 2601 Westheimer Rd in Houston, in the Upper Kirby area. From most of The Woodlands the drive is about 40 to 55 minutes, mostly south on I-45, depending on traffic. LASIK takes only a handful of visits, so it is not a trip you make often.
How much does LASIK cost at SuraVision?
LASIK is $2,800 per eye, and you get that exact price in writing at your consultation. Because LASIK is elective, insurance does not cover it, but most patients use FSA or HSA dollars or spread the cost with financing.
Am I a good candidate for LASIK?
Most healthy adults with a stable prescription are good candidates, but the only way to know for certain is an exam. We look at your age, prescription stability and strength, corneal thickness and shape, and overall eye health. At SuraVision we typically treat nearsightedness up to about -8.00 diopters with LASIK.
Does LASIK treat astigmatism?
Yes. LASIK corrects astigmatism along with nearsightedness and farsightedness within the FDA-approved range. Your exam will confirm whether your numbers fall in that range.
How do I get started?
Call us at 713-730-2020 to book a consultation. You will get a full candidacy exam, a straight answer about whether LASIK fits your eyes, and your exact price in writing before you decide anything.
Ready to find out if LASIK fits your eyes?
Book a consultation at SuraVision in Houston, or call 713-730-2020. You will leave with a clear answer and your exact price in writing.