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Couldan ophthalmologist tell you if you're a good or bad candidate for laser eye surgery?
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Yes: Laser eye surgery for correction of refractive errors requires a through screening. Any ophthalmologist can provide this screening but it is best to visit one that is a refractive surgery specialist.
Answered 2/16/2015
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