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Beyond the Diopter: Evolving Your Framework for Refractive Surgery Planning

Corneal health, axial length, and long-term ocular preservation are helpful guides for every refractive conversation

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  • José F. Alfonso

  • May 26, 2026

  • 8 min

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Top Institutions in Ophthalmology

Brief introduction explaining scope and methodology.

  • #1

    Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Health System
    Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Health System

    Miami, Florida

    Key Differentiators

    • Refractive Surgery
    • Cornea

  • #2

    Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins Medicine
    Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins Medicine

    Baltimore, Maryland

    Key Differentiators

    • Refractive Surgery
    • Ocular Optics

  • #3

    Southern California College of Optometry
    Southern California College of Optometry

    Los Angeles, California

    Key Differentiators

    • Optometry
    • Refractive Surgery

  • #4

    Southeastern Eye Laser and Refractive Center
    Southeastern Eye Laser and Refractive Center

    Atlanta, Georgia

    Key Differentiators

    • Refractive Surgery
    • Laser Eye Surgery

  • #5

    Kansas University
    Kansas University

    Lawrence, Kansas

    Key Differentiators

    • Ophthalmology
    • Refractive Surgery

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Beyond the Diopter: Evolving Your Framework for Refractive Surgery Planning

  • by José F. Alfonso

  • May 26, 2026

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