Cataract Surgery in Crossroads

Cataract Surgery in Crossroads

Offering Pre-Operative & Post-Operative Care

(425) 883-9300

Don’t Let Cataracts Cloud Your Vision

Over 50% of people aged 65 and older have a cataract in one or both eyes. As the cataract progresses, vision deteriorates, leading to a decreased quality of life. Fortunately, cataract surgery can easily treat this condition.

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What Are Cataracts?

Cataracts are cloudy patches that develop on the lens of your eye. Cataracts can cause blurred or double vision, may increase light sensitivity and interfere with driving, especially at night. Without cataract surgery, millions of people around the world would be unable to see clearly.

The most common symptoms include:
  • Blurred or double vision
  • Trouble seeing at night
  • Sensitivity to glare
  • Colored halos around lights
  • Colors appearing more faded
  • Requiring brighter light for reading

When to Get Cataract Surgery

As we evaluate your eye health and vision, we'll carefully examine your lens for signs of cataract formation. If a cataract is detected and the clouding is causing visual disruption, our optometrist will refer you to a trusted surgeon for cataract surgery. Vision Care Crossroads will be there for you, providing pre and post cataract surgery care.

As the condition begins to seriously impair your vision and adversely affects your daily life, impacting your ability to read, drive, watch TV or recognize faces, you should seriously consider surgery.

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Benefits of Cataract Surgery

  • High success rate

    Cataract surgery, one of the world’s most commonly performed surgeries, has a 95% success rate.

  • Quick and convenient

    This procedure can take just 30 to 45 minutes in an outpatient setting or hospital.

  • Prevents other eye problems

    Removing cataracts can reduce the risk of eye inflammation and pressure inside the eye–a leading cause of glaucoma.

  • Rapid recovery time

    Patients start seeing more clearly within a few days. Colors may seem brighter thanks to the new, clear lens.


How to Prepare for Cataract Surgery

  • Apply antibiotic or anti-inflammatory eyedrops a few days before surgery if instructed to by your eye doctor
  • Arrange for a ride after the surgery, since you won’t be able to drive
  • Wash your face in the morning of the procedure and don’t wear eye makeup, strong perfumes or aftershave

What Happens During Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery removes your natural cloudy lens and replaces it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) to improve and restore vision. This common and very safe procedure is performed by an eye doctor (ophthalmologist) on an outpatient basis.

  • The eye surgeon (ophthalmologist) will perform cataract surgery on one eye at a time. That means that you will come in for another surgery on the second eye. The procedure is brief and typically takes 30 to 45 minutes to complete.
  • The eye doctor will place drops into your eyes to numb them and dilate your pupils. Though you’ll be conscious during the procedure, you may be offered a sedative to help you remain calm. The eye surgeon will then remove your natural lens and replace it with the IOL. You should feel no pain or discomfort thanks to the anesthetic.
What Happens During Cataract Surgery

Cataract Surgery After-Care

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After surgery, you may feel a bit drowsy as an after-effect of the sedative. Your eye doctor will prescribe eye drops to prevent infection, inflammation and to reduce pressure within your eye. The surgeon may recommend that you wear an eye patch for a few days after your surgery and the protective shield when you sleep during the recovery period. Make sure to avoid rubbing your eyes or touching them unless necessary.

A day after cataract surgery, we'll provide a post-operative eye exam to make sure that all is well. Your Crossroads optometrist will further perform a series of follow-up exams in the weeks and months to come. If determined that you require corrective lenses following your cataract surgery, we'll make sure you get the proper prescription.


Cataract Surgery Management FAQs

What are side effects of cataract surgery?

While side effects are rare, there are some issues that people commonly encounter in the days after surgery, as the eyes heal.

  • Dry eye
  • Feeling that something is in the eye
  • Blurry vision
  • Light sensitivity

If any of these side effects do not subside within a week or two, please contact Vision Care Crossroads.

Can I delay cataract surgery

You can delay cataract surgery, but keep in mind that your vision will likely worsen the longer you put off the procedure.

When is cataract surgery not recommended?

Cataract patients who also have age-related macular degeneration or retinal detachment may not respond well to cataract surgery and the new lens may not correct vision.

Can cataract surgery give me 20/20 vision?

If you had great vision before developing cataracts, it’s likely that cataract surgery will restore your sight. Moreover, the IOL inserted into your eye can be designed to correct refractive errors, providing you with clear vision.

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- Nov. 15, 2024
Professional doctors! Patient and kind staff! Clean and welcoming environment!
- Nov. 05, 2024
Great service- prompt staff from beginning calling to remind for appointment- checking Insuarance be... fore hand- taking history everything was fabulous. Benjamin Stienman - DO is super polite, patient and takes good time to do a thorough exam and a lot of time to answer all questions. Highly appreciate it and highly recommend the whole team! Best wishes! 🙂
- Nov. 01, 2024
Dr. Liaw and the clinic staff did a great job!
- Oct. 15, 2024
Professional and courteous as always. Highly recommend Dr Hsu. Staffs are very friendly with promp... t service.
- Oct. 04, 2024
Friendly staff, efficient process and a kind and knowledgeable doctor!
- Sep. 11, 2024
I went here for my eye exam, Dr Jessica was really good and she answered all my questions patiently....
- Sep. 05, 2024
Both of my kids go to see Dr. Lee for their OK lenses that they can wear at night. One of my daughte... r's eyes is a little bit not that normal and she needs repeated adjustments for her contacts visit after visit. Dr. Lee works with us very patiently and spent hours and hours checking/measuring/talking with us so that the lenses can fit her eyes perfect to achieve 20/20 day light vision. Really awesome doctor Dr. Lee who puts patient's needs on top of everything else.
- May. 24, 2024
Dr. Mindy Lee was so thoughtful in her assessment. Showed care by carefully explaining and made sure... that I understood. I would definitely recommend Vision Care Crossroads to anyone that need a great optometrist.
- Apr. 25, 2024
I 100% recommend Dr. Sam Hsu. I have been going to see him for about 20 years and he has always bee... n friendly, courteous, knowledgeable, and willing to explain everything to a level of detail that satisfies my curiosity. He also has an amazing memory and it's like we just talked yesterday when I go to see him. See you next year Sam. Also, to give a little extra context about my 5-star rating. My insurance changed and I chose to pay out of pocket to continue to see him this year. The staff was very clear and helpful about what any tests and procedures would add to the bill.
- Mar. 24, 2024
Just wanted to give a shoutout to Dr. Sam Hsu - seriously impressive! I dropped by last month and ha... d an awesome experience. Dr. Hsu is a total pro, explained everything clearly and had a great knack for making me feel comfortable. What blew me away was how he knew the ins and outs of insurance. Saved me some cash by working out what my plan covered. Total lifesaver. Plus, the ladies at the front desk are always friendly and helpful, putting patient's needs at the first place. The clinic has a cool, laid-back vibe that instantly puts me at ease. Highly recommend
- Feb. 28, 2024
We have been visiting Dr.Hsu for more than a decade. what a wonderful doctor. I recommend to anyone ... for annual eye check ups
- Feb. 27, 2024
I had my first visit to Vision Care yesterday and my appointment was with Dr. Yu. She was amazing, s... o helpful and kind, as were the staff. I am happy to finally find a new eye doctor I trust. Thank you Vision Care & Dr. Yu!
- Feb. 10, 2024
Always great experiences here at this eye doctor's office. Both of the Doctors at this location are ... amazing. The front desk staff are friendly and efficient. I recommend 100%!
- Jan. 30, 2024
We've been going to Dr. Hsu for 20 years; he's great! We also really appreciate the staff wearing ma... sks for our visit.
- Jan. 29, 2024
Awesome staff, Awesome doctor & great selections
- Jan. 26, 2024
Dr. Minha Lee is skilled and professional and listens to her patients. The staff are great to work w... ith, too.
- Jan. 18, 2024
The doctor and staff are very professional and caring!
- Dec. 30, 2023
Our family has seen Dr. Sam Hsu for over ten years…always love our annual chats. Staff is efficien... t, consistent, and super helpful
- Nov. 07, 2023
overall great experiences! Doctors are professional, efficient, and nice to work with. Friendly admi... n staff as well!
- Nov. 02, 2023
Good place and very nice people including doctors.

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Your Cataract Surgery Co-Management Specialist in Crossroads

Our optometry practice in Crossroads

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Hours
  • Monday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • Aetna
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross

Want to see clearly again?

Contact us today for pre-operative and post-operative care

(425) 883-9300

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