Cataract Surgery

Cloudy vision can make reading, driving, and recognizing faces harder than they should be. Board-certified ophthalmologist and surgeon Stanley Rosenberg, MD, and Peter Gomez, OD, at Rosenberg Eye Center Inc provide cataract surgery for patients in Miami, Tavernier, and Key West, Florida. The practice offers one-on-one attention in a personable setting, helping patients feel informed before, during, and after cataract care. Call Rosenberg Eye Center Inc or schedule a cataract appointment online today.

What is cataract surgery?

Cataract surgery removes a cloudy natural lens from your eye and replaces it with a clear artificial one called an intraocular lens (IOL). Cataracts commonly develop with age but may also result from sun exposure, certain medical conditions, or past eye injuries.

At Rosenberg Eye Center Inc, cataract surgery is never one-size-fits-all. You'll receive personalized, one-on-one care from specialists who take time to answer your questions and help you decide when surgery is right for you.

The practice also offers LENSAR® laser-assisted cataract surgery, which uses advanced imaging and robotic laser technology to customize your procedure. This technology helps your surgeon create precise incisions, accurately position your lens implant, and, for eligible patients, correct astigmatism during the same procedure to optimize visual outcomes.

When should I consider cataract surgery?

You may benefit from cataract surgery when cloudy vision begins interfering with daily activities. While stronger lighting or updated glasses can help temporarily, they won't stop cataracts from progressing.

Common signs include:

• Blurry or cloudy vision
• Glare from headlights or sunlight
• Poor night vision
• Faded or yellowed colors
• Difficulty reading or watching TV
• Frequent eyeglass prescription changes

Before recommending surgery, your provider performs a comprehensive eye exam to evaluate your cataracts and screen for conditions such as glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, or macular degeneration that could affect your treatment.

What does cataract surgery involve?

Before surgery, your provider measures your eyes to select the intraocular lens that best fits your vision needs and lifestyle.

If you're a candidate for LENSAR laser-assisted cataract surgery, the system maps your eye in detail to personalize treatment. The robotic laser softens the cataract, creates precise incisions, and can correct certain types of astigmatism during surgery, helping improve the accuracy of lens placement and visual results.

The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis, and most patients return home the same day. Prescription eye drops help support healing, and many people notice brighter, clearer vision as their eyes recover.

Dr. Rosenberg's experience as a board-certified ophthalmologist and his background in internal medicine allow him to consider how conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and autoimmune diseases may affect your eye health and surgical care.

If cataracts are making everyday activities more difficult, call Rosenberg Eye Center Inc or schedule an appointment online to learn whether traditional or LENSAR laser-assisted cataract surgery is right for you.