What Is Surgical Co-Management?
Surgical co-management is the standard of care for LASIK and cataract surgery across the country. The model is simple: a specialist ophthalmology surgeon performs the procedure at a state-of-the-art surgical center, while your local optometrist — Dr. Patel — provides the pre-operative evaluation, determines candidacy, and manages all post-operative follow-up care.
This approach gives you the best of both worlds: access to a top-tier surgeon for the procedure itself, and the convenience of recovering and being monitored close to home in Flower Mound — without the need to drive to Dallas or Fort Worth for every follow-up visit.
Good to know: Dr. Patel works with multiple trusted ophthalmology surgeons in the DFW area and will recommend the best surgeon for your specific procedure and needs.
Our Role
What We Provide Before & After Surgery
Pre-Operative Evaluation
Comprehensive eye exam, corneal topography, tear film analysis, and medical history review to determine if you are a good candidate for LASIK or cataract surgery.
Candidacy Assessment
Not everyone is a good candidate for refractive surgery. Dr. Patel will give you an honest, thorough assessment and discuss alternative options if surgery is not right for you.
Surgeon Coordination
We work directly with your surgeon — sharing records, imaging, and clinical findings so your surgical team has everything they need for the best possible outcome.
Post-Op Day 1 Visit
Your first post-operative check happens within 24 hours of surgery. We verify the surgical outcome, check for complications, and review your drop schedule and activity restrictions.
Ongoing Monitoring
Follow-up visits at 1 week, 1 month, and 3 months post-surgery track your healing, visual recovery, and refractive stability. We adjust treatment as needed.
Long-Term Eye Health
After your post-op period is complete, we continue to monitor your eye health with annual comprehensive exams — watching for dry eye, posterior capsule changes, or any long-term effects.
Why Local Matters
The Advantage of Local Post-Op Care
Your post-operative visits are just as important as the surgery itself. Recovery monitoring catches complications early, ensures your vision stabilizes properly, and gives you the opportunity to address any concerns with a doctor who knows your eyes.
- Convenience — no driving to Dallas or Fort Worth for routine follow-up visits when you are recovering from surgery
- Continuity of care — Dr. Patel knows your complete eye history, making it easier to track changes and manage any post-surgical dry eye or refractive concerns
- Faster access — if a concern arises between scheduled visits, you can be seen quickly rather than navigating a surgical center's schedule
- Direct surgeon communication — we maintain real-time communication with your surgical team, so nothing falls through the cracks
Why Flower Mound Trusts PersonalEyes for Surgical Co-Management
Dr. Kumar Patel is a Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry with over 12 years of experience co-managing LASIK, PRK, and cataract procedures. He partners with respected ophthalmology surgeons across the DFW area to deliver seamless surgical outcomes.
Trusted Surgeon Network
We partner with board-certified ophthalmology surgeons and recommend the right specialist for your procedure.
Thorough Monitoring
Post-op visits with OCT, topography, and refraction ensure your healing stays on track at every stage.
Ongoing Relationship
We are your long-term eye care provider — before, during, and after surgery for the rest of your life.
Conveniently located at 2600 Lakeside Parkway, Suite 180, Flower Mound, TX 75022 — proudly serving Flower Mound, Highland Village, Lewisville, Grapevine, Coppell, Lantana, Argyle, and the greater DFW area.
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