Monthly Archives: January 2013

At Black Hills Regional Eye Institute in Rapid City, LASIK surgery is performed in a state-of-the-art surgical center that meets or exceeds all standards of safety and cleanliness. Part of the reason for our outstanding record of success in performing laser eye surgery is that we put the safety of our patients above all else.Read More

The Black Hills Regional Eye Institute Laser Vision Center is excited to offer the Sweetheart of a Deal contest just in time for Valentine’s Day! In 200 words or less, explain why you, your family member or a friend should be selected to win LASIK and how he/she would benefit from LASIK. This buy oneRead More

LASIK has truly made a difference in the lives of millions around the globe. This safe and effective refractive surgery has allowed people to see clearly without the assistance of glasses or contact lenses. But we always stress to patients that there are risks related to LASIK surgery. By informing patients of both the risksRead More

The Black Hills Regional Eye Institute will be hosting a one-day seminar for optometrists on Saturday, February 8, 2014. The event will be at the Arrowhead Country Club in Rapid City, SD. We are expecting attendees from South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, Montana, and Wyoming. The seven COPE approved lecture topics include; Embracing Change, YouRead More

Many people have benefited from LASIK eye surgery over the years. This refractive surgery has been able to improve people’s vision and eliminate their dependence on corrective lenses. As effective as LASIK surgery is, however, not everyone will be an ideal candidate for the surgical procedure. We’d like to take a moment right now toRead More

At Black Hills Regional Eye Institute, a reputable Rapid City laser eye surgery practice, our LASIK surgeons have the skill and experience to safely perform the procedure. But before patients make the decision to undergo surgery, they should be aware of the side effects that are common in the weeks after LASIK surgery. Hazy VisionRead More

What does it mean when someone says “I see better than 20/20 after my iLASIK”? To understand this question, we must learn what 20/20 vision means. The first “20” in 20/20 refers to the presumed testing distance of 20 feet. The second “20” is a little complicated, but basically indicates one can see what aRead More

Since its inception, LASIK has proven to be one of the safest and most consistently successful surgeries in all of medicine. Serious complications are exceedingly rare, and most complications that do occur are mild and temporary. In traditional LASIK, the most common side effects result from complications related to the corneal flap, the hinged flapRead More

Congratulations to Dr. Prema Abraham for being named to the Best Doctors in America® list. Only five percent of doctors in America earn this prestigious honor, decided by impartial peer review. Best Doctors has earned a sterling, worldwide reputation for reliable, impartial results by remaining totally independent. Doctors cannot pay to be included in theRead More