Dr. Richard L. Kies, a Cape Girardeau ophthalmologist of Kies Eye Center, has been certified by Alcon Summit Autonomous to train other surgeons on the refractive surgery known as Lasik, using an SVS Apex-Plus/Infinity LS excimer laser.
Kies was required to complete extensive training in refractive procedures and undergo testing to gain certification. He has been performing refractive surgery since 1992.
Kies Eye Center, 1429 N. Mount Auburn, has an onsite excimer laser, which is used to perform the surgery. Screenings are offered to determine candidacy for the surgery.
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