Kirk Eye Center adds WaveLight Plus LASIK in Chicago area

Kirk Eye Center has added WaveLight Plus to its laser vision correction lineup, giving patients at its River Forest, Gurnee, Chicago and Glen Ellyn locations access to a more personalized LASIK option. The move expands the practice’s refractive surgery offerings as demand continues for treatments that can reduce dependence on glasses and contacts.

Why it matters: - WaveLight Plus is designed to make LASIK more personalized, which can improve visual outcomes and patient comfort. - The technology is intended to reduce common side effects such as nighttime halos and glare. - The addition broadens Kirk Eye Center’s options for patients considering refractive surgery.

What happened: - Kirk Eye Center added the WaveLight Plus system to its laser vision correction services. - The practice serves patients in River Forest, Gurnee, Chicago and Glen Ellyn. - Kirk Eye Center has provided eye care in the Chicago area since 1955. - Patients can learn more or request an appointment at kirkeye.com or by calling 708-726-6191.

The details: - WaveLight Plus combines three technologies to tailor treatment to each eye. - A single diagnostic device collects three types of measurements to build a biometric profile. - The system creates a 3D digital twin of the eye and tests treatment options against that model. - The final treatment plan is customized to the patient’s eye characteristics. - Real-world clinical data show 100% of patients achieved 20/20 vision or better. - More than 89% achieved 20/16 vision or better. - 50% reached 20/13 vision or better. - Clinical studies found 99% of patients would choose the same procedure again. - Clinical studies also found 99% would recommend the procedure to a friend or family member. - More than 40 million LASIK procedures have been performed worldwide. - Kirk Eye Center also offers EVO ICL, PRK and refractive lens exchange. - Patients can take the practice’s online LASIK self-test to check candidacy.

Between the lines: - The move positions Kirk Eye Center to compete on technology as patients increasingly look for customized vision correction. - The focus on personalization reflects a broader shift in LASIK toward treatment plans built around individual eye measurements instead of standard approaches. - The clinic is pairing a long local history with newer surgical tools, a message likely aimed at patients who want both experience and advanced technology.

What's next: - Patients considering vision correction can use the self-test or schedule a consultation to see whether they qualify. - Kirk Eye Center is likely to market WaveLight Plus as part of its broader refractive surgery offering across its Chicago-area locations. - The practice may see more patients comparing LASIK with other options such as EVO ICL, PRK and refractive lens exchange.