For years, wearing spectacles was a daily habit for Sangeeta, a well-known radio jockey who is lovingly called ‘Geet’ by her friends and listeners. Like many people, she started wearing glasses young—since the eighth grade—and the routine of putting on her specs every morning had become second nature. However, Sangeeta wasn’t just dealing with a minor prescription; she was facing a significant challenge: high myopia with a spectacle power of -10 in one eye and a staggering -12 in the other.
Her journey to a spectacle-free life led her to Eye Veda Hospital, where she discovered an advanced solution for high-power vision correction: ICL Surgery.
The Challenge: Living with High Myopia
High-power prescriptions like Sangeeta’s often disqualify patients from standard vision correction procedures like LASIK. The high degree of refractive error makes life inconvenient, where vision is severely compromised without glasses. For Sangeeta, the hope was to finally be free from the constant reliance on her thick lenses.
The Solution: ICL Surgery at Eye Veda Hospital
At Eye Veda, the doctors determined that the best option for Sangeeta’s high power was the Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL).
- What is ICL? The surgeon explained that ICL is an advanced procedure for high power (specifically for prescriptions above -8), where an artificial lens is safely placed over the natural lens of the eye to permanently correct vision.
- Safety and Efficacy: The procedure is considered “a very safe procedure” and a preferred alternative for individuals with severe myopia who want to achieve clear distance vision without glasses. This cutting-edge method offers a permanent lens solution.
Sangeeta’s Journey: From Fear to Freedom
Sangeeta admitted that initially, she was scared and knew very little about ICL, having only heard of LASIK. Her experience highlights the detailed preparation and exceptional care provided by the Eye Veda team.
1. Crucial Preparation and Care
Before the main ICL procedure, the doctors performed a thorough examination, including a detailed retina check. In Sangeeta’s specific case, they found and needed to seal multiple poles in her retina, a preparatory step that took place immediately on the day of her check-up. After a waiting period for healing, the team proceeded with the ICL implantation.
2. A Supportive Surgical Experience
Fear and nervousness are natural before any surgery, especially eye surgery. Sangeeta praised the immense support she received from the entire team, including Dr. Smriti, Dr. Preeti, and Dr. Surbhi.
She recalls a moment in the operation theatre that truly set Eye Veda apart: “The doctor said, ‘No, don’t worry now. We will only start when you say so.’”. This level of patient-first care, treating her like family and ensuring her comfort, helped her overcome her anxiety during the procedure. The focus was on making the patient comfortable, a top priority for the whole team.
3. The Outcome: A Spectacle-Free Life
The surgery was a success. Post-recovery, Sangeeta’s lifelong habit of needing to search for her spectacles in the morning is now a thing of the past.
The result was truly transformative: “I can see a lot more today with my own eyes than I could ever see with my glasses,” she states.
Sangeeta describes Eye Veda Hospital as one of the best in Delhi, praising its cleanliness and the supportive, professional, and polite staff.
If you are struggling with high-power specs and are looking for a permanent, safe, and effective solution to achieve clear vision, ICL surgery could be your answer. Contact Eye Veda Hospital to explore your options and start your journey to being spectacle-free.
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