BRANDED CONTENT “It has been a spectacular first year,” Brandon Menke, MD, said. “The experience has been everything I was hoping for and much, much more.” Menke, one of two surgeons at Modern Vision Centers (MVC) in West Des Moines, is a native of Clive and graduate of University of Iowa an d Carter College of Medicine. “It started as a sentimental endeavor to start a practice at home,” he said. “But it quickly evolved to providing world-class, cutting-edge technology and vision correction to the people of Des Moines and the surrounding area.” Drew Dickson, MD, Menke’s partner in the practice and the only vision correction surgeon in Iowa certified by the World College of Refractive Surgery and Visual Sciences, added, “We wanted to create a clinic that provides all the modern forms of vision correction – not just one or two – to those patients who don’t want to depend on glasses and contacts to see well.” LASIK is the procedure that is most familiar to people and it has become synonymous with vision correction surgery in general. But MVC offers so much more including SMILE, EVO-ICL, RLE and laser cataract surgery. None of those procedures, including LASIK, are a one-size-fits-all solution. “At Modern Vision, we choose the procedure based on a patient’s visual goals, age, and potential ocular pathology,” Menke said. “By offering all seven different types of vision correcting procedures, we are able to offer almost every patient the opportunity to see their world better and with high confidence in meeting their expectations.” Dickson added, “MVC is also unique in that all of its procedures are completed on both eyes on the same day, making a weeks-long wait between cataract surgeries a thing of the past.” To achieve a successful outcome for each patient, the initial visit to MVC’s state-of-the-art facility includes the most comprehensive vision assessment and evaluation available. The 90-minute exam uses advanced diagnostics to analyze all aspects of a patient’s eye health and visual system. During a one-on-one discussion with an MVC physician, patients learn and ask questions about the results, discuss treatment options and create a custom, long-term vision plan. For many patients, Menke said, that includes “a 20- to 30-minute procedure that can change a patient’s life and the way he or she interacts with the world.” Patients are impressed with the care they receive at MVC. “The doctor was absolutely fantastic – he took his time, encouraged me to ask questions (and I had a lot!) and explained the different procedure options in great detail. He even used models to help me really understand how everything works, which made me feel informed and confident in my care,” Joy B. said. Patients are also dazzled by MVC’s technology. “I’ve never felt I’ve had a more thorough exam,” Deb M. said. “In fact, they found a hole in my retina that my regular eye doctor had not detected. They made an appointment for me at a retina specialist. I felt they went above and beyond. I can’t recommend this office enough.” MVC’s staff consistently receives rave reviews. Kimmarie S. said, “I cannot express how much I love Modern Vision. They changed my life through my vision. They are friendly, professional, personable and provide excellent service.” And for many patients, it’s the little things that are the icing on top of an amazing experience. “The building itself is beautiful, spotless and very comfortable, which made the visit even more enjoyable. And to top it all off, I was sent home with a cookie – such a thoughtful touch!” Joy B. added. “Every member of the MVC team, from the front desk to doctors, plays a role in creating something different,” from a usual visit to a healthcare provider, Dickson said. Menke agreed: “We all follow the Golden Rule and we are proud to provide an experience for our patients that we ourselves would be delighted to receive.” That dedication to patients and improving their lives is what makes MVC a great success. “Having great visual outcomes and happy patients never gets old,” Menke said. > CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MODERN VISION CENTERS 6880 EP True Pkwy Suite 110 | West Des Moines, IA | www.mvcvision.com ...read more read less