Top 4 Clinics with Lasik Surgery in Ottawa

Eye problems impede one’s way of living. Eyeglasses or contact lenses correct vision issues to an extent, but they may become bothersome to wear. 

The top clinics with Lasik surgery in Ottawa can help you regain your perfect vision. You don’t have to bother with corrective eyewear anymore. 

You might be curious to know how much you need to shell out for such a medical procedure. The next section shows some estimates to help you prepare. 

How Much Does Lasik Surgery Cost in Ottawa

The costs of Lasik surgery don’t end with the cost of the procedure itself. You must prepare for extra costs such as the preoperative exam and some medicines needed during and after the surgery. 

The price is also affected by the skill of the surgeon who will perform the surgery. Those who are practicing longer and have a good reputation in the industry may charge higher than those starting out. 

Also, advances in technology gave rise to another kind of Lasik, which is the bladeless Lasik. This is more expensive than the traditional one.  

The table below shows the estimated costs of all the expenses related to Lasik surgery. 

LASIK SURGERY EXPENSES	ESTIMATED COST
Preoperative exam	(usually included in the surgery cost)
Traditional Lasik	$ 1,800 to $ 2,000 per eye
Bladeless Lasik	$ 3,000 per eye
Numbing eyedrops	$ 150

Unfortunately, Lasik surgery isn’t covered by OHIP. However, there are financing options available for this procedure depending on the clinic of your choice. 

1. Lasik MD

Criteria	Ratings
Quality of Procedure	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Facilities and equipment	★★★★★ (5/5)
Process	★★★★★ (5//5)
Pre-operation	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Surgery	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Post-operative care	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Customer Care	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Friendliness	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Promptness	★★★★✩ (4/5)

Lasik MD has several clinics in Canada. Residents of Ottawa favor going to the one located in Laurier Avenue West. 

If you wish to use Lasik MD for your vision correction treatment, the first step is their free consultation. You can do it virtually or through an in-clinic visit. 

What we like about Lasik MD is the comprehensiveness of its website. You can find a great deal of information just by browsing through their website especially the What to Expect section. 

We also appreciate the fact that they have financing options as offered by PayBright. You can pay for your surgery costs on a 12-months, 24-months, or five-year term based on the credit approved. 

It’s also a plus that they use equipment that are the latest in the industry of laser eye surgery. They have the most up-to-date lasers and cornea topography devices. 

However, it’s unfortunate that they only have clinic hours on weekdays. Some patients would surely appreciate it if they don’t have to leave for work so they can have their surgeries done. 

A major letdown with Lasik MD is some glaring negative feedback from their clients. Some complain of complications after surgery, long waiting time, being uninformed of important details, and the feeling of being rushed. 

Customer Reviews

Wonderful experience

“Great experience from start to finish. Every staff member at this clinic is kind and caring. I had my surgery yesterday. I chose to go with Custom Lasik. I never thought in my life I would do Lasik surgery until I spoke to a consultant at Lasik MD and did my research. I didn’t feel nervous at all during the surgery and honestly it goes so fast you don’t even feel it. For me the day of the surgery was a cake walk. I only felt a slight sting when I applied the drops for the first few hours but that only lasts for a few minutes and it’s not that bad. The only thing that sucked was keeping eyes closed and waiting for tomorrow to come. Today, 1 day after surgery, I feel great. I can see everything clearly – as good as with my glasses if not better. They told me my vision would become even more clear over time. I would definitely recommend a free consultation with Lasik MD if you are considering Lasik eye surgery.” — Nikita Dmousky

Reassuring staff and painless procedure

“I had my surgery yesterday, and I had an amazing experience! I was a little nervous when I first came in, but all the staff were very friendly and reassuring. I don’t remember all their names, but Mei and Amanda answered all my questions and I felt very confident going into the surgery. Dr. Bashour did my procedure, and it was very quick and painless. Today I have 20/20 vision and this is the first time I can see this clearly without glasses! I definitely recommend this location if ever you want to have laser eye surgery!” — Annie Beaulieu

2. Herzig Eye Institute

Criteria	Ratings
Quality of Procedure	★★★★★  (5/5)
Facilities and equipment	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Process	★★★★★ (5/5)
Pre-operation	★★★★★ (5/5)
Surgery	★★★★★ (5/5)
Post-operative care	★★★★★ (5/5)
Customer Care	★★★★★ (5/5)
Friendliness	★★★★★ (5/5)
Promptness	★★★★★ (5/5)

The patients we’ve talked to who have undergone a procedure in Herzig Eye Institute only have wonderful stories to tell. They appreciate the excellent bedside manners of the surgeon and the difference in their vision post-operation. 

Herzig has two locations—one in Toronto and one here in Ottawa. Both clinics offer different procedures that address vision problems and among them is Lasik. 

Getting started with your assessment in Herzig is easy because they have a complimentary consultation. From there, you can have the proper assessment of which procedure is right for your vision issues. 

We love the fact that Herzig offers a Lifetime Commitment—which means they cover enhancement or additional procedures with no extra fees after your vision correction treatment with them. 

Also, you wouldn’t feel burdened with payment for your procedure because of their partnership with Medicard Finance. You could have the option to pay up to five years for your vision correction treatment. 

With such offerings, it’s unfortunate that Herzig only has clinic hours during weekdays. It would be helpful for more people if they reconsider having at least a few clinic hours during weekends when most have some extra time. 

Also, with over two decades in the industry, it would be better for them to have a BBB accreditation. 

Customer Reviews

Amazing outcome

“I am beyond amazed at the results. I had both eyes done at Herzig by Dr. Bhargava, an incredibly gifted surgeon. All the staff were professional and very helpful. Everything went smoothly with no complications, and my vision is now 20/20. No glasses and I’m 76 years old.” —John Spence

Truly grateful 

“Thank you to the amazing team of people at Herzig. The most caring, gentle and professional group. Thank you especially to Dr Baig for completing an outstanding surgery with tremendous results. More than I could ever have dreamed of. Thank you again all of you.” — Barbara Craig

3. Focus Eye Centre

Criteria	Ratings
Quality of Procedure	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Facilities and equipment	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Process	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Pre-operation	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Surgery	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Post-operative care	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Customer Care	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Friendliness	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Promptness	★★★★✩ (4/5)

Focus Eye Centre, like other clinics, also offers a free no-obligation initial consult. Plus, they also have a free online assessment quiz that you can do even before you have any formal consultation. 

We appreciate that their website is full of helpful details which can also aid you to make informed choices. For example, the “What to Expect” section walks you through the stages of your procedure/ surgery. 

This BBB-accredited eye clinic offers Intralase SBK (not Lasik), which maintains corneal integrity, results in quick recovery time, and lessens the possibility of complications. 

This advanced offering is preferred by patients who have apprehensions about having eye correction treatments done. Intralase SBK may also good news for those patients who were not seen as good candidates for typical Lasik. 

They also perform Refractive Cataract surgery.

However, the price range of eye treatments in Focus Eye leans on the higher side. Also, there was no mention of any financing options offered. 

Another letdown is that they only have clinic hours during weekdays. This may pose some challenges for some people who have hectic schedules and only have weekends free. 

Customer Reviews

Crystal clear vision

“Had long contemplated getting my eyes fixed, but never followed through. COVID hit and masks and foggy glasses were the straw that broke the camels back. Now I wish I had of done it years ago. My eyes were unique, so I required different procedures per eye. I wasn’t sure how that would end up working – put trust in the system – but here I am and things are crystal clear at a distance (even at night), and yet I can still confidently read up close. Amazing results.

I was more than impressed with the service both pre and post operation. Continuous in-person follow-up helped track the progress. On a value for dollar front when you include this service it was second to none. Thanks so much Focus.” —Greg Roscoe

I regret not doing it sooner

“Thank you focus eye centre for giving me my vision back. I had worn glasses basically my whole life. I was tired of not being able to see with out glasses and made the decision to go for laser eye surgery! Honestly, my only regret is not doing it sooner. From the first consult appt to surgery day and the  follow ups, the entire process was absolutely flawless. I am now 2 months post opp and I am SO happy with my results. Thank you!” -Jessica Simpson

4. Cliniques Michel Pop – LASIK

Criteria	Ratings
Quality of Procedure	★★★★★ (5/5)
Facilities and equipment	★★★★★ (5/5)
Process	★★★★★ (5/5)
Pre-operation	★★★★★ (5/5)
Surgery	★★★★★ (5/5)
Post-operative care	★★★★★ (5/5)
Customer Care	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Friendliness	★★★★★ (5/5)
Promptness	★★★★✩ (4/5)

Cliniques Michel Pop has two locations— one in Montreal and the other in Gatineau. The latter is the one visited by some residents of Ottawa. 

You can start your transactions with Michel Pop by their free first evaluation. From there, you can decide if they’re the perfect fit for your vision correction treatment. 

This laser eye surgery clinic offers the traditional Lasik and the all-laser Lasik. The difference between these two is discussed thoroughly with your pre-operative consult. 

We appreciate the fact that Michel Pop tries to lessen the immediate costs of a patient’s treatments. They have some financing options (12 months to 24 months) by Desjardins Accord D, and they accept personal loans funded by Fairstone Financial. 

They also offer free adjustments to your initial treatment for the first year after your surgery. Another offer that they have is the Pop Plan which also contains many benefits for your eye care for only a minimal annual fee. 

Payment options are not an issue with Michel Pop. You can choose to pay in cash, through check, debit, or credit cards. 

With all these good things about this laser eye surgery clinic, it would be an added advantage if they can have clinic hours during the weekends. Since they are a little out of Ottawa, patients could use the time during the weekend to schedule their consult or surgery without having to compromise their work schedules.  

Customer Review

Felt well supported 

“Smiling staff (clinic Montcalm), and professionalism at the rendezvous. I felt well supported through the whole process.” —Patrick Proulx

Nothing but good words

“I had the intra lasik surgery on March 4, 2021. I have only good words for all the pop team as well as dr. pop in both Gatineau and Montreal. A thousand times thank you! I am very grateful to you. I recommend you to anyone considering this surgery! Thanks again!” —Louis Charles Rozon

FAQs about Lasik Surgery in Ottawa 

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With the top clinics with Lasik surgery in Ottawa, you don’t have to suffer from your vision problems unneccessarily. You can be confident to have your clear vision back without having to depend on corrective eyewear. 

Did we miss another reliable clinic with Lasik surgery in Ottawa? We would like to hear your recommendations. 

If you’re not ready yet to take the leap for Lasik surgery, take a look at the best opticians in Ottawa for your eyeglasses and contact lenses needs.  

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