I take joy in hearing from patients about how
their lives have been changed by refractive surgery. Most of our
refractive surgery patients are happy to speak with you about
their experience after you have been evaluated in our office,
and are a candidate. The following are just a few patients that
wanted to share their experiences with you.
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| "Dr. Chaiken is everything
one could want in a doctor, and his staff reflects his high
standards of professionalism. I was looking for a doctor who
was experienced, but conservative in approach, who took time
to explain the procedure and its risks in detail, who left
me with a high degree of confidence in the outcome. A
visit to Dr. Chaiken's office leaves you with a deep sense
that you have been cared for, medically and personally." |
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Bruce Hallett
President Time Magazine
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| "Having
decided that this year would include my "37 thousand
mile checkup" I set out on two medical adventures. First
was the Lasik surgery.
Choosing Dr. Chaiken was the simple part.
He has treated me and my family for years. He is a renowned
leader in his field. He is exceptionally bright and passionate
about his practice. Simply put, he is the best...I
am confident that anyone who has the luxury to select Dr.
Chaiken would be doing themselves a huge favor by becoming
his patient."
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Joseph P. Beninati
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
Greenwich Technology Partners |
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| "I interviewed four reputable
doctors before making my decision. For each interview I had
a mental checklist of what I was looking for; doctor's training,
personal recommendations, treatment by office staff, and level
of conservatism. Dr. Chaiken exceeded
my expectations. The choice was a no brainer. My whole
world is different! I can't even remember what it is like
to wear glasses. My night vision has improved dramatically
and I can finally watch television in bed and see the alarm
clock." |
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Ms. Levine
Managing Director of Just Ask a Women
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| "I see
the world differently - literally and figuratively, I can
see the world now, and have a new respect for my eyesight!
I heard about Dr. Chaiken from a
colleague at work. She spoke passionately about his concern
for patients, his perfectionism and his passion for work.
I then learned that he performed the procedure on his wife.
I thought any professional willing to take that risk with
their spouse is a person I can trust with my eyes. I then
discovered for myself that Dr. Chaiken without question is
one of the finest physicians I have ever met. He takes the
oath seriously and honors it by honoring his patients." |
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Karen Stepheson, Ph.D.
President, NetForm International
Professor of Management-Harvard, UCLA, and
Imperial College at the University of London
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| "Dr. Chaiken was highly
recommended by my doctor and Dr. Chaiken's staff was superb
throughout my procedure. Refractive
surgery has impacted my life because I enjoy skiing, swimming
and running and I can now do all of these activities with
more comfort. In general, it has made my life easier." |
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Andrea Cohen
Fund Manager
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"The care provided to me was
excellent. Very professional
and caring. My procedure has
given me the freedom to live without my contacts or glasses.
The improvement of my vision has provided dramatic gains
in athletic activities and driving a car."
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Joseph McGrath
Investment Banker
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| "I have been a patient
of Dr. Chaiken's for over 10 years. When I was interested
in exploring LASIK surgery my trust in Dr.
Chaiken's professional skills and behavior is such that there
was no other choice to explore, but Dr. Chaiken. My
procedure has made my life so much more effortless. I wake
up every morning and see everything. The real epiphany for
me was this summer at the beach when I swam out past the breakers
and could still see and recognize people on the surf. One
word describes the care provided by Dr. Chaiken and his staff
- Excellent!" |
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Barbara A. Regan
Pharmaceutical Consultant
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a miracle! I can see my toes when I wake up! The time and
cost of the operation weighted against the time and cost of
eyeglass and lens purchases, it makes sense for everyone to
do it! My boyfriend recommended
Dr Chaiken as the best Ophthalmologist in the area if not
in the nation. The care I received
from Dr. Chaiken and his staff was absolutely excellent!" |
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Maya Capur
COO, Internet Consulting Company
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| "I feel I have
grown younger! I don't have to
"look" old with my glasses then "feel"
old. My care was thorough, professional, and pleasant." |
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Robbyn Sockolow, M.D.
Physician
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| "Being
able to see again without glasses or contacts has made my
life more enjoyable. I read
more, drive better, and overall enjoy doing more things.
I believe Dr. Chaiken is one of the
best eye doctors in all of New York and his staff could not
have been more helpful and kind." |
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Linda Wolff
Owner, Women's Clothing Retail Store
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PERFECT! The surgery was
a very positive impact on my life.
Dr. Chaiken and his staff were extremely attentive and I can
relax in the comfort that they are monitoring my progress
closely." |
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Elaine Scialo
President, Private Foundation
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| "It's
like the difference between a photograph taken with a cheap
camera on low resolution film, and one taken with a Hasselblad
on a negative five feet across.
Objects have more dimensions, colors are richer, and my field
of vision has increased by a factor of 5 or 6. Sometimes
everything is so overwhelming, I have to close my eyes and
rest! Best of all my tennis game has improved dramatically!" |
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Jeff Jannuzzo
Trial and appellate lawyer
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| "One of the best
investments I've made…I am still happy every morning
when I wake up and I am able to see.
I would have not been comfortable with any other ophthalmologist,
Dr. Chaiken's care, instructions, and follow-up was outstanding." |
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Frank Nakano
Senior Director-International Business Operations,
National Hockey League
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"I can enjoy the clear vision
and cosmetic benefits of contact lenses without the discomfort
or inconvenience. My vision is more accurate. I
can now see the birds in the trees and animals across the
meadow. Dr. Chaiken and his
staff provided me with my most positive patient experience!"
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Loise Koegler
Landscape Painter
Jackson, WY
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| "No other words
can describe how refractive surgery impacted my life other
than FREEDOM! Simply put the
care provided by Dr. Chaiken and his staff does not get any
better, he and his staff redefine how to handle patients!" |
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Todd Hamilton
CEO - Aviation Software Company
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Chaiken was honest and forthright about the pros and cons
of the procedure thus giving me a high level of comfort.
Dr. Chaiken and his staff were sensitive
to both my needs and emotions as a patient. My
vision is dramatically better than it was when I wore glasses.
The ease of daily life is extraordinary!" |
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Peter Cooper
Attorney, Foundation Executive Officer
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his staff were very professional with my eye care, and their
continued concern through checkups is very comforting. Refractive
surgery has given me a feeling I have not had since childhood!
The problems and inconveniences I had
while wearing contact lenses is a thing of the past!" |
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Sandy Lorenzo
Vice President, Marketing Services, Sony Music
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| "Experience
was my number one concern when I was considering refractive
surgery, and there was no
one in my mind as experienced as Dr. Chaiken.
I now enjoy being able to do whatever I want without worrying
about glasses or contact lenses!" |
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Alan Fried
Attorney
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"People say I look much younger without the glasses!
I'm retired so I play lots of golf and tennis. No more "fogging
up" no more drops on glasses when there's a little
shower and best of all instead of me saying "where
did it go?…fellow players are asking me " Do you
really see it?"
"Dr. Chaiken discussed at length whether I should
have it done in the first place…If
someone is going to fool around with your eyes you better
have the best." "
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Robert Genirs
Retired Consultant
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"Having had contact lenses for over 25 years, since
age 12, I was amazed at how satisfying it is to be forever
done with the little inconveniences -daily cleanings, eye
irritation, lost lenses, etc. My "new eyes" are
great- One of the best things
I've done."
"My father and sister had LASIK surgery performed
by Dr. Chaiken-They wouldn't let me consider going anywhere
else."
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Kevin Genirs
Attorney
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"I can see clearly and with much greater feeling of
"roundness" and depth from morning till night
without any irritation or fatigue. I had and ongoing relationship
with Dr. Chaiken during which time I became convinced not
only of his skill, but his sanity and reasonableness. The
before, during and after care by Dr. Chaiken and every member
of his staff has been exemplary."
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William James Earle
Professor of Philosophy
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"There are some quite amazing things about getting
20/20 vision at age 50. The first is the sense that you
are reclaiming your childhood. Everything about you is sort
of going downhill but you're now seeing once again like
a ten year old. So it isn't all about loss-perhaps you might
be at the beginning of something rather than the end of
something else.
The second is that my sight is
better than it ever was even with glasses or contacts-
the depth of field is totally enlarged possibly by the ability
to see the edges of things much more clearly.
Thank you guys for the best birthday present anyone could
ever get…. I feel lucky to have had had such conscientious
and personal care from the entire staff."
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Joanna Ross
Umbria, Italy
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"My entire experience with
Dr. Chaiken has been more than satisfying, especially
including the care which he put into describing what I might
expect. In fact, the results have been better than my best
hopes.
At the first snow I thought, "Oh , no! I'll have to
wipe my foggy glasses," and realized, "Wow, I
don't have glasses! I can just fabulously enjoy the pleasure
of letting snow fall on my face." What a thrill. It
is wonderful as I age when something gets better"
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David Chapin
Architect
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"We had the surgery one after the other in the morning
and by evening we were strolling in Central Park, appreciating
the clarity of our night. My vision is actually better than
previously with glasses. The scope of my vision is much
enhanced too. A liberating sensation.
[Our] care was outstanding. Dr.
Chaiken and staff are true professionals who exhibited great
attention to detail. We never felt "out to sea"
at any step of the process."
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Mr. and Mrs. S.
Westchester County, N.Y.
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" I was very impressed by
my care. I liked Dr. Chaiken involved in all pre
and post- op visits- many doctors just show up for the procedure.
I love being able to see!! No more contacts or glasses-
what a great feeling"
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Ellen Gillespie
homemaker
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"LASIK is serious surgery- you only have two eyes…Why
would anyone chance the "assembly line LASIK"
There was no decision for me!!"
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Kathleen Callan
Director of Human Resources
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"Dr. Chaiken has been my Ophthalmologist for over
12 years and I have complete confidence in his advice and
care. I knew he would be exceptionally
careful in performing the procedure, and helpful both before
and after the procedure. …I knew exactly what
to expect because it was all explained in advance."
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Leigh Ryan
Attorney
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" Both my glasses and contacts were expensive and
cumbersome..particularly when practicing yoga, swimming
or going to the beach. Since the surgery, I have begun playing
softball and I plan to scuba dive this August. The surgery
has also improved my self esteem.
The care he and his staff provide
is superb and I wouldn't trust my eyes to anyone else.
It is obvious to me that Dr. Chaiken enjoys caring for people's
eyes and is a very talented physician. His staff is courteous,
friendly, extremely competent and always encouraged me to
ask questions and voice concerns regarding the surgery on
my eyes."
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Karin Block, PhD.
Student, Geology
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"The past week has been exhilarating. Being able to
see this well for the first time in maybe 40 years is overwhelming.
Waking up the morning after the operation and looking out
the window and watching the QE2 swing into port was an experience
I will never forget. …This operation has changed my
life in a very major way.
…From the first time I walked in the door.. I
sensed that everything was totally together and everyone
knew what they were doing. …By the time I got
to the surgery, I felt that I was in the best possible hands
for the procedure. …[Dr. Chaiken] has a terrific way
of anticipating a patients concerns."
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Gilbert Heatherwick
Senior Vice President & General Manager Angel-EMI
Records
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"The surgery changed my life. I can now not only watch
TV, drive and even read without glasses, I can see myself
in the mirror without glasses. It
may seem small but believe me it is a huge life change.
Dr. Chaiken was highly recommended and I liked the idea
that he wouldn't do the surgery if he didn't feel I was
a good candidate.
I can't say enough about the entire staff. They always
have time for questions either in person or via phone-always
call back and I never feel rushed by Dr. Chaiken or anyone
on his staff."
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Joyce Cappella
Consultant
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"The surgery has changed my life entirely for the better. First and foremost, I'm thrilled with my vision. It's so fantastic to wake up with 20/15! Not having to bother with contact lenses-the expense, the care and cleaning, and the trouble of putting them in and taking them out morning and night is a huge time saver.
Dr. Chaiken and his staff are true perfectionists. I was always treated in a prompt fashion.- no ridiculous waiting times. I was always treated thoroughly..and I was always treated with care. His staff explained what was happening every step of the way...I would recommend Dr. Chaiken and his staff to anyone."
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Nicole Phelps
Executive Editor, Style.com
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"To be able to see so well at the age of 40 without the daily care and hassle of contacts is a miracle. I can see better now than I was able to even with my contacts in.
I chose Dr. Chaiken to perform the surgery because I place a great deal of trust in him..and have been seeing him for 13-14 years. Dr. Chaiken is a compassionate, calm, pleasant and professional human being. He is punctual, courteous, experienced and wise. His staff is extremely polite and helpful. ..If you are thinking of having the surgery... be assured that you are in capable hands and that his care is exceptional. I can't thank him enough.. I wish I had done this a long time ago."
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Lauren Cretella
Senior Attorney for AT&T Corp. |
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"Simply put, it feels like a miracle. ...I am constantly being struck by things in my everyday life, tiny beautiful details mostly, that I've just never seen before. It's so liberating!
I've known that Dr. Chaiken has been performing this procedure for a long while, and that he had switched to the best technology, the Intralase bladeless system. Knowing that there was no blade, made some of my fear go away.
Dr. Chaiken's staff is WONDERFUL! Helpful, informative, caring, well organized and best of all, really good at what they do!"
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Rachel Leventhal
writer/consultant
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"I wanted to thank you once again for performing a successful LASEK operation. Needless to say, it is changing my life.
I wanted you to know that it was your confidence in the procedure and in yourself that helped me with the decision. Moreover, you and your staff were always thoughtful, caring and professional.
I feel as though my new vision is a gift; I will always be grateful."
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Dean Landis
President, Entrepreneur Growth Capital
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"I decided to have Dr. Chaiken perform the procedure after I checked around and was convinced he was the BEST in the New York Area, maybe the best period!
I feel absolutely wonderful ( about the care I received from Dr. Chaiken and his staff) Whenever I had a question or concern, they were available and treated me like I would want to be, more than I expected."
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Lloyd Goldman
Real Estate Owner/Operator
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"The care I received from Dr. Chaiken and his staff was more than excellent. If I were to put together a plan for my own care I couldn't have planned it better. Every "i" was dotted, every "t" crossed, nothing was left to chance. All through the process, I felt that my vision was safe and secure and that I had nothing to worry about."
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Carolann Shields
Project Manager
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Michael Romaszka
Institutional Bond Sales
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