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Sharon
“My experience at the Eye Institute could not have been better. The staff was wonderful. I have been so pleased with my vision and can now see like I did when I was in my 20’s and 30’s.”
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Reggie
“I have worn contact lenses and glasses for 45 years. Since having PRK surgery to enhance my mono vision...the Black Hills have never looked so beautiful! I wish I wouldn't have waited so long to have surgery because the benefits are wonderful…even my close vision for computer usage is better than I ever expected. Words can't explain how competent, professional and caring their staff are!”
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Sandra and Brett
“The staff at the Eye Institute makes you feel like you are one of their family members. The freedom we’ve gained from surgery is great. It’s wonderful to enjoy swimming, outdoor activities, and playing with our kids without the hassles.”
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Nicole
"After my Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) Surgery, the staff were fantastic. They were great to work with and eased all of my fears. They made me feel welcome right from the start.”
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Jessica
“The doctor and his staff made me feel very comfortable during the entire process. It’s so nice to not have the hassle of glasses and be able to wear sunglasses while I’m outside.”
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Dennis
“My experience was very good and comfortable. My biggest fear was human error and going blind. The doctor's experience and his reassurance that the laser wouldn’t fail us helped tremendously.”
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Rose
“Because of my business, I have been in medical eye centers similar to the Eye Institute from coast to coast. Black Hills Regional Eye Institute is as good as, if not better, than many of the centers I have visited. One can’t beat the staff of professionals in Rapid City, South Dakota.”
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Brett
“Like any medical procedure, I had fears that the small percentage of things that can go wrong just might happen. Through the efforts of the whole staff, all my fears were gone because of their kind words and explanations. Also, allowing my family to witness and be part of the whole process was key to the success of my surgery. Plus, now that my eyesight is the best it has ever been the fans can no longer yell out and say ‘hey ref, are you blind?’”
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Terri
“The doctors and staff were fantastic. They were very specific about what they were doing each step of the way, so I didn’t feel nervous or unsure at any time. The procedure was over so quickly and the results were so fast that I knew right away everything was great.”
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John
“The Black Hills Eye Institute professionalism took care of all my fears and apprehensions. It’s wonderful to have my life back without the day to day hassles of contacts.”
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Mindy
“It is truly amazing to wake up in the morning and be able to see everything. The doctors at the Eye Institute were very thorough in explaining the whole process.”
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Dr. Tom Golis, Optometrist
“My biggest benefit from iLASIK is the ability to exercise without glasses or contacts. It’s especially helpful when I’m swimming in open water, so that I can find the next buoy that I’m swimming towards.”
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Mike & Janet
"After my cataract surgery with a multifocal intraocular lens, I enjoy no longer having to wear contacts or glasses except for reading. The Eye Institute staff are great. They are very friendly and helpful and answered all of my questions.” (Janet)
"After my cataract surgery with a multifocal intraocular lens, I love the ability to get up in the middle of the night and not have to search for my glasses. Plus, I enjoy outdoor activities without having the hassle of contacts and the hindrance of dirt or dust in my eyes with contacts.” (Mike)
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Tracy
“My LASIK surgery has given me freedom in my daily life. I am very active and love not having to worry about glasses or contacts. The Eye Institute is outstanding, exceptional, professional, and extremely customer service oriented.”
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Amy
“My experience at the Eye Institute was excellent. I was nervous when I arrived, but the doctors and staff were wonderful, comforting, funny, well trained, professional and so friendly. They helped me relax right away. I wish I had done LASIK years ago – it’s the best thing that’s happened to me. That night, I even watched my son’s baseball game and I could see perfectly!”
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