Refractive surgery includes a range of vision correction procedures that reshape the cornea to improve how light focuses on the retina—helping patients see clearly without glasses or contacts. At NVISION Eye Centers, Dr. Sheri Rowen, MD, performs advanced refractive treatments in Newport Beach and Fullerton, CA throughout Orange County.
As a board-certified ophthalmologist and experienced refractive surgeon, Dr. Rowen performs LASIK, PRK, and Advanced Surface Ablation (ASA) procedures. Each treatment is carefully selected based on the patient’s eye health, corneal thickness, prescription, and visual goals.
What Is Refractive Surgery?
Refractive surgery refers to procedures that correct common vision problems, including:
- Myopia (nearsightedness)
- Hyperopia (farsightedness)
- Astigmatism
- Presbyopia (age-related loss of near focus)
- EVO ICL
- RLE (Refractive Lens Exchange) / CLR (Custom Lens Replacement)
Corneal Based treatments reshape the cornea to improve focus and clarity without relying on external lenses. While LASIK is the most recognized option, Dr. Rowen also performs surface-based procedures such as PRK which can be an ideal alternatives for patients who are not candidates for traditional LASIK. She also performs the SMILE (™) procedure which does not utilize a flap but creates a tiny incision to remove a thin lenticle of corneal tissue.
Each procedure is performed using advanced excimer laser technology, ensuring precise and predictable results.
LASIK: Freedom from Glasses and Contacts
Imagine waking up and seeing clearly – without reaching for your glasses or contacts.
LASIK remains one of the most trusted and widely performed procedures for vision correction, offering patients freedom from glasses and contacts with remarkable precision, safety and compassionate care.. Using the latest bladeless laser technology, Dr. Sheri Rowen, MD, performs advanced LASIK surgery at NVISION Eye Centers in Newport Beach, California, serving patients throughout Orange County, including those from Fullerton.
Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)
PRK is a surface-based laser procedure that improves vision by reshaping the outer layer of the cornea. It eliminates the need for a corneal flap, making it an excellent choice for patients with certain corneal conditions, such as scarring or dystrophies, that make LASIK unsuitable.
During PRK, Dr. Rowen removes the epithelium—the thin surface layer of the cornea—and uses the excimer laser to precisely sculpt its curvature. A contact lens is applied after treatment to promote healing. Most patients experience some blurriness during the initial recovery phase, but vision continues to improve as the epithelium regenerates over several days.
PRK offers excellent long-term results, with the same visual clarity and stability expected from LASIK once healing is complete.
Why Choose Dr. Sheri Rowen?
Dr. Sheri Rowen, MD, FACS, is a board-certified ophthalmologist with extensive experience in refractive surgery and laser vision correction. She was among the first surgeons in the United States to introduce advanced excimer laser systems and continues to teach and lecture on emerging surgical technologies.
Her Newport Beach practice offers patients a full range of refractive procedures using precision-driven technology and individualized treatment planning. Whether you’re seeking LASIK, PRK, or another advanced option, Dr. Rowen ensures your care is guided by expertise, safety, and long-term visual satisfaction.
Schedule a Refractive Surgery Consultation
If you’re ready to reduce your dependence on glasses or contacts, schedule a consultation with Dr. Sheri Rowen, MD, at NVISION Eye Centers in Newport Beach or Fullerton, CA.
Patients throughout Orange County, can schedule by calling 949-854-7400.
