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Caribbean Eye

Caribbean Eye: 2016

“They're Cooler Than Me”: Expectations of Today's LASIK Patients

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James Loden, MD, talks to Darrell White, MD, regarding a younger generation of LASIK patients. Dr. Loden explains how this millennial demographic is more internet and social media savvy than earlier generations, and he describes how this difference affects their decision to undergo LASIK. Dr. Loden also explains how physicians can best present themselves to these patients; he emphasizes that it is important not to act as a salesperson but rather as an authority who can provide information and alleviate fears.

Posted: 2/01/2016

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“They're Cooler Than Me”: Expectations of Today's LASIK Patients

James Loden, MD, talks to Darrell White, MD, regarding a younger generation of LASIK patients. Dr. Loden explains how this millennial demographic is more internet and social media savvy than earlier generations, and he describes how this difference affects their decision to undergo LASIK. Dr. Loden also explains how physicians can best present themselves to these patients; he emphasizes that it is important not to act as a salesperson but rather as an authority who can provide information and alleviate fears.

Posted: 2/01/2016


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jim sarver

9 years ago

I disagree. I think lasik patients now more than ever care about the technology. They research the doctor and the technology. Funny you state that they are more internet savvy but don't believe that they are using the internet to research their doctors.

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