Laser surgery for cataracts is an effective, safe procedure in which an eye doctor uses a laser beam to remove the clouded lens and replace it with a clear artificial one. This can help improve vision ...

A major study of laser correction for short-sightedness shows that the procedure is as safe and effective in older teenagers as it is in adults, according to research presented today (Tuesday) at the ...

Lasers are used in a growing number of medical and imaging applications, from surgery to photoacoustic imaging. To protect ...

Key Takeaways Cataract surgery using a laser instead of a scalpel is more costlyMany eye doctors say it helps make more precise cuts and gives patients more optionsMedicare pays doctors more for the ...