Dr. Jordan S. Masters, MD is an ophthalmologist in Asheville, NC specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). He graduated from University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine in 2012 and has 13 years of experience. Dr. Jordan S. Masters, MD is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Mission Health and ASHEVILLE EYE ASSOCIATES PLLC.
8 MEDICAL PARK DRIVE
Asheville, NC 28803
2311 Asheville Highway
Hendersonville, NC 28791
1196 Skyland Drive
Sylva, NC 28779
LASIK
LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that improves vision by permanently correcting refractive vision errors. Refractive vision errors are sight problems (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) that typically require patients to wear contact lenses or glasses. Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision at a distance, while farsightedness (hyperopia) makes objects that are up close appear blurry. Astigmatism results in blurred vision at both near and far distances. Each eye is either nearsighted or farsighted, and can additionally have astigmatism. These refractive vision errors develop from imperfections in the curvature of the eye, which LASIK fixes through the use of a laser. The laser changes the shape of the eye by cutting away tissue from the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye).
LASIK is generally considered an elective procedure (not medically necessary) since patients can wear glasses or contact lenses instead of undergoing LASIK. Nevertheless, many people still elect to undergo LASIK to have better vision without having to wear corrective lenses. Certain professionals, such as pilots, military members, firefighters, and athletes, might particularly benefit from LASIK.
Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) evaluate patients before surgery, measuring the cornea and checking for any eye irregularities that would disqualify patients from LASIK. A special eye scanner is used to create a map of the cornea. This map guides the surgeon in developing an individualized LASIK treatment plan. Once approved for LASIK, contact-wearers are advised to switch to glasses for the three weeks leading up to their surgery.
LASIK is a brief procedure, lasting for about half an hour, depending on the state of a patient's eyes and the corneal reshaping required. Patients lie down on a reclining chair and have numbing eye drops applied to one or both eyes to eliminate pain and discomfort during the procedure. While the eyes are held open by a device, the eye surgeon raises a fixation light where patients direct their eyes. The surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to cut a precise circular incision in the cornea's surface. The surgeon then manually folds back the corneal flap to access the stroma (inner cornea).
An excimer laser is then used to remove certain amounts of corneal tissue. For patients with farsightedness, the laser cuts tissue on the outer regions of the cornea, making the central cornea more prominent. For patients with nearsightedness, the opposite is done; central corneal tissue is removed while the outer tissue is left alone, flattening the eye. In patients with astigmatism, the laser is used to even out the surface of the corneal tissue, making the eye more spherical. When the lasering process is complete, the ophthalmologist folds the corneal flap to its regular position. The flap quickly begins to heal and naturally reattach itself to the eye.
LASIK patients need someone to drive them home from the procedure and cannot drive for the following 24 hours. Recovery from LASIK lasts about five days. Patients typically notice improved vision within a day or two of surgery. Prescription eye drops are given to patients to alleviate discomfort and promote eye healing. During this recovery time, patients must be incredibly careful not to touch or rub their eyes. Ophthalmologists often instruct patients to wear protective glasses during the day and night to prevent potential damage from eye rubbing.
LASIK can improve the experience of certain activities such as swimming or reading, and in some cases, LASIK can be a life-changing procedure for those with severe refractive vision errors. LASIK may also save patients money by eliminating the recurring need for updated corrective lenses.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jordan S. Masters, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Jordan S. Masters, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Asheville, NC were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and transplant procedures.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jordan S. Masters, MD.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jordan S. Masters, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.
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Dr. Jordan S. Masters, MD graduated from University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine in 2012. He completed residency at University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in North Carolina.
Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine (2012)
Residency: University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals
Licensed In: North Carolina
Dr. Jordan S. Masters, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Jordan S. Masters, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 30 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Jordan S. Masters, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Asheville, NC.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jordan S. Masters, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$708
Tecnis IOL $177 |
Tecnis Simplicity $129 |
VERITAS Vision System $128 |
Catalys Laser System $125 |
Catalyst System $42 |
Other $106 |
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$234
XIIDRA $30 |
Ilevro $16 |
Durezol $14 |
$173 |
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$212
Photrexa $114 |
$97 |
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$165
XIIDRA $165 |
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$145
Oxervate $145 |
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$785
Photrexa $80 |
ENVISTA $41 |
TEARCARE(TM) (2.2) SYSTEM KIT $37 |
AmnioGuard $34 |
LOTEMAX SM $32 |
Other $561 |
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Dr. Jordan Masters works as an ophthalmology (eye disease). Patients rated Dr. Masters highly, giving him an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). His clinical interests include pterygium, LASIK, and cataract surgery. He is affiliated with Mission Health and Mission Hospital. Dr. Masters welcomes new patients at his office inAsheville, NC as reported by Doctor.com. He studied medicine at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine.
