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We weigh the pros and cons of each method to suggest the most appropriate one for you.
At VSON, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Each individual’s visual needs differ, and we take a comprehensive approach to explore all viable treatment options.
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LASIK Eye Surgery
Learn moreA precise, quick laser treatment that reshapes the cornea so light focuses correctly. A flap is created with a laser, the cornea is reshaped, and most people see clearly the next day.
SmartSight
Learn moreLenticule extraction with the SCHWIND ATOS laser — a flap-free, minimally invasive treatment for short-sightedness with or without astigmatism, and a first for Queensland.
PRK Eye Surgery
Learn morePhotorefractive keratectomy reshapes the front of your eye without creating a corneal flap, which can make it the safer choice if your corneas are thin or unusually shaped.
TransPRK
Learn moreThe touch-free advancement of traditional PRK. The SCHWIND AMARIS laser removes the epithelium with no suction, no flap and no blade — non-invasive and gentle on the eye.
Eye Surgery
Learn moreSmall Incision Lenticule Extraction gives results like LASIK through a much smaller incision, which means less risk and a quicker, more comfortable recovery.
Reading Glasses Treatment
Learn moreLASIK blended vision and lens replacement can rewind the clock on ageing eyes, giving you clear vision for distance, computer and reading without reaching for readers.
Lens Replacement
Learn moreRefractive lens exchange replaces your natural lens with an advanced artificial one to restore clear vision, sharper focus, and freedom from glasses if you are 50-plus.
Implantable Contact Lens
Learn moreIf you have been turned down for LASIK, an ICL works from inside your eye to give you clear, crisp vision — and the procedure can be reversed if your needs change.
Refractive Cataract Surgery
Learn moreRefractive Cataract Surgery removes your cataracts and, with the right lens, can dramatically reduce your need for reading and distance glasses.
HOW LASER EYE SURGERY IN BRISBANE WORKS
Find out if vision correction could help you reduce your need for glasses and contact lenses and see how the process works
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Step Three
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After a procedure that’s over before you know it, you’ll have the life-changing freedom that laser eye surgery brings.
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Dr. Matthew Russell, a laser and cataract surgeon
MBChB, FRANZCO
With over 15 years of experience and over 20,000 procedures performed, I enjoy the privilege of helping patients of all ages reclaim clear vision or preserve it for as long as possible.
Vision correction and high-precision cataract surgery hinge on the expertise and skill set of the provider who also has access to the most precise tools for the job. Ophthalmic surgeons like me know how to make treatment safe, comfortable and positive for the patient. They know how to minimise the risk of complications and maximise successful outcomes.
Procedures performed
20,000+
With more than 20,000 procedures behind me, I've built the kind of hands-on experience that only comes from doing this work day in, day out. That depth lets me tailor the right approach to your eyes, your lifestyle and your goals.
Professional experience
15+ years
Over 15 years across refractive, cataract and lens surgery have shaped how I assess every patient. It's experience I draw on to weigh your options carefully and recommend only what genuinely suits you.
Achievements & Awards
11+ awards
My work has been recognised through academic awards, peer-reviewed publications and invitations to speak at ophthalmology conferences around the world. I stay closely connected to the research so your care reflects current clinical thinking.
Professional affiliations
5+ affiliates
I hold fellowship and membership with respected Australian and international ophthalmology bodies, including RANZCO, ASCRS, ESCRS and ISRS. These connections keep me up to date with global advances in vision correction.
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Laser eye surgery explained, what you need to know about laser vision correction
Laser eye surgery treatment options
Over 30 million people have had laser corrective eye surgery and achieved independence from glasses and contact lenses since 1990.1 An average of 95.4% of patients were satisfied with their outcome after LASIK surgery2. “After decades of clinical studies and technological innovation, LASIK surgery should be considered among the most successful elective procedures for laser vision correction” (Bamashmus et al., 2015, p. 110). LASIK surgery compares more favourably with other elective surgical procedures in terms of generally higher satisfaction rates.3
SmartSight laser eye surgery
SmartSight is a proven – flap-free4 – refractive surgery performed by ophthalmic surgeons to safely and effectively treat5:
- Short-sightedness
- Astigmatism.
Learn more about SmartSight.
For lens replacement or lens implants, learn more here.
LASIK laser eye surgery
TransPRK and PRK laser eye surgery
PRK is LASIK’s predecessor. It’s still used today for patients that do not qualify for LASIK surgery i.e. patients with thinner corneas. We also offer TransPRK, which is a no-touch, all-laser version of PRK that offers the same results as LASIK.
PRK is a proven treatment to safely and effectively treat:
- Short-sightedness
- Long-sightedness
- Astigmatism6
Learn more about TransPRK.
Laser eye surgery in Brisbane
Laser eye surgeon, Dr. Matthew Russell and the team at VSON Laser Vision Specialists can help you enjoy the gift of clear vision and independence from corrective eyewear. Our clinic combines ultimate comfort and beauty and is conveniently located in the heart of Brisbane. With the Schwind excimer laser, Dr. Russell and his team use the latest, ultra-gentle, all-laser, touch-free vision correction technology.
There are a limited number of health insurance companies that offer a rebate for vision correction. To find out if you’re eligible for a rebate, please check with your health fund.
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