Cataract surgery is one of the most effective procedures in modern medicine—and a core area of expertise at Eye Associates of Tucson. Our surgeons combine decades of experience with advanced technology and a personalized approach to deliver exceptional outcomes.
We are recognized leaders in robotic-assisted laser cataract surgery, with our surgeons among the first in Southern Arizona to adopt this technology. Since 2012, our physicians have performed thousands of laser-assisted cataract procedures using advanced computer-guided systems designed to enhance precision and consistency.
Today, our doctors have performed more robotic cataract surgeries than any other group of physicians in Southern Arizona.
Cataracts are a normal occurrence in an aging eye: your transparent lens begins to cloud over with the gradual buildup of naturally occurring proteins in the eye. Instead of allowing light to enter properly, the cloudy lens creates a foggy appearance to everything you see.
This process does not happen overnight. It typically progresses slowly, making it increasingly difficult to see things clearly and perform daily tasks. Common cataract symptoms include:
Cataract surgery involves removing the clouded natural lens and replacing it with a clear intraocular lens (IOL) to restore your vision. At Eye Associates of Tucson, we offer both traditional and robotic cataract surgery with the state-of-the-art LensAR® system.
Robotic cataract surgery uses advanced imaging and computer guidance to assist the surgeon in performing critical steps of the procedure with exceptional accuracy. The LensAR® system creates a detailed 3-D map of your eye, allowing treatment to be customized to your unique anatomy. The surgeon remains in full control at all times—robotic technology enhances precision, but it does not replace surgical expertise.
We apply numbing eye drops before the procedure to ensure your comfort, and we provide a special eye shield and prescription eye drops to help your recovery go as quickly and smoothly as possible. Most patients enjoy clearer vision after just one to three days of healing!
Experience cataract surgery reimagined with the LENSAR® Laser System, a femtosecond laser built exclusively for cataract procedures. With Augmented Reality™ 3D imaging, your surgeon sees every detail of your eye with extraordinary clarity, planning each step with precision that manual methods simply can't match.
Intraocular Lenses (IOLs) are clear artificial lenses that replace the eye's natural lens during cataract surgery. Standard (monofocal) IOLs provide vision correction at one distance, while advanced technology IOLs can sharpen your vision across multiple distances, reducing your reliance on glasses and contacts. At Eye Associates of Tucson, we offer a wide selection of premium IOLs:
During your pre-operative consultation, your eye doctor at Eye Associates of Tuscon can discuss the options available at our practice and help you determine the best IOL for your budget, vision needs, and goals.
While premium IOLs and robotic cataract surgery are not typically covered by insurance, Eye Associates of Tucson wants to help make your dream vision affordable. That’s why we’ve partnered with CareCredit, a health, wellness, and personal care credit card that gives you a convenient, flexible way to pay for care for the whole family. With everyday promotional financing for purchases of $200 or more, you can enjoy clearer vision now and pay over time with convenient monthly payments.
Collectively, our active practicing physicians have performed more than 60,000 cataract procedures. This depth of experience allows us to pair robotic technology with refined surgical judgment, advanced lens options, and, when appropriate, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS).
From consultation through recovery, your care is designed to be clear, comfortable, and individualized. We take the time to explain your options and guide you toward the solution that best fits your vision and your life.
6130 N. La Cholla Blvd., #245
Tucson, AZ 85741
5240 E Knight Drive, #104
Tucson, AZ 85712
