About Fischer Laser Eye Center
If you are seeking LASIK in Minnesota, our practice offers excellent quality and an experienced LASIK surgeon. Call us today to get the REAL facts about LASIK eye surgery. Think you're a candidate for LASIK? At Family Eye Center we offer the latest technology available for comprehensive exams of the eye. The new Oculus Pentacam at Family Eye is one of a few in the state of Minnesota that performs a host of diagnostic measurements and analyses on the anterior segment of the eye.
About Fischer Laser Eye CenterNew Multifocal Lens Implants
You can NOW enjoy the benefits of improving both near vision and far vision after cataract surgery! We offer our patients options for the Crystalens and multifocal lens implants after cataract surgery to reduce dependence on glasses. If you have heard about the wonders of the new AcrySof ReSTOR IOL please call us for more information.
New Multifocal Lens ImplantsAdvances In Glaucoma Treatment
Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) is a new procedure performed to lower intraocular pressure. This outpatient laser procedure targets pigmented cells of the eye to lower the pressure build up that is common among glaucoma sufferers.
Advances In Glaucoma TreatmentWhat's New
Stay up-to-date on the latest news at Family Eye Center by checking out our News section. Learn about the newest technology available, the advanced procedures performed by Dr. Fischer and his team, and the latest in awards and recognition received by the staff at Family Eye Center.
What's NewFinancing Options
LASIK eye surgery can be cost prohibitive. Our LASIK center goes beyond what other centers do to help our patients overcome this affordability issue. If cost is something that has been holding you back from vision correction you should contact us as soon as possible for a consultation. We have a page on this website dedicated to LASIK patient financing. You can even fill out an online application to qualify. We offer 0% financing, on approved credit with low fixed monthly payments, nodown payment and no pre-payment penalty.
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"When it comes to your eyesight, it's important to see clearly.Whether it's to see the board room, the classroom, or a 95-mile- an-hour ball coming at your face.I recently had LASIK surgery, and put my trust in Dr. Jeff Fischer with the Family Eye Center. He's performed over 25,000 vision corrective surgeries, so I was confident that I was in good hands."
- Tim Laudner, former catcher with the Minnesota Twins
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About Family Eye Center
The doctors at Family Eye Center would like to welcome you to our patient education ophthalmology website. We hope that you find the information and patient education that we have provided useful. If you have additional questions about an eye related problem or vision correction surgery please feel free contact us through one of the many web forms on this ophthalmology website.
Family Eye Center: A Practice Dedicated To Excellent Patient Care
At Family Eye Center our high standards of quality care and dedication to patient satisfaction are evident right from the moment you walk through our doors. The doctors at our Minnesota eye clinic and surgery center have worked together to create one of the state’s top surgery centers for the best in patient care. We simply provide state of the art care in a warm comfortable atmosphere, with experienced doctors.
We appreciate you spending time on our website today! There are many things to consider when choosing the right care for you and your family. At Family Eye Center, our team of highly trained and experienced medical staff is second to none and ready to provide: comprehensive yearly exams, LASIK eye surgery and cataract surgery, glaucoma surgery, treatment of eye disease, full service optical, contact lens fitting, pediatric eye care, vision therapy, and low vision services.
Family Eye Center has remained steadfast in offering customers trusting care, the latest technology, and the highest quality products at a fair and comparable price. Thank you for trusting us with the care of your eyes.
History of Family Eye Center, Willmar
- 1956 - Dr. Robert Gustafson opened an optometric clinic in the Corneil-Elkjer building downtown Willmar.
- 1974 - Dr. Dwane Gustafson began working with his father.
- 1986 - Practice moved to new location on Willmar Avenue (behind Slumberland Furniture).
- 1989 - Dr. Randy Norris joined Willmar practice while working in Paynesville with other O.D.’s from Litchfield.
- 1990 - Dr. Gustafson and Dr. Norris purchased the Paynesville practice and formed a partnership between the Willmar and Paynesville clinics.
- 1991 - Dr.’s move from Willmar Avenue to 812 South First Street location.
- 1992 - Dr. Mike Nagel joined the practice and brought with him the Olivia office formerly owned by Dr. B.J. Davidson.
- 1999 - Dr. Mike Novak brought over his practice, Willmar Eye Center, to join Family Eye Center.
- 2002 - Family Eye Center’s doctors merged with Dr. Jeffrey Fischer and his LASIK practice in Minneapolis and formed Fischer Laser Eye LLC.
- 2004 - Construction of new 31,000 square foot clinic and surgery center begins.
- 2005 - Fischer Laser Eye and Janning ENT opened for service in August.
- 2006 - Family Surgery Center opened, Choices opened.
- 2007 - New London and Litchfield offices opened; Dr. Carol Main, Dr. Mike Main,and Dr. Tom Lenz joined Family Eye Center.
| Physicians Dr. Dwane Gustafson Dr. Jeffrey Fischer Dr. Tom Lenz Dr. Carol Main Dr. Mike Main Dr. Mike Nagel Dr. Mike Novak |
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