LASIK Eye Surgery in Charlotte, NC
Experience freedom from glasses and contacts with Charlotte’s most experienced LASIK surgeons and state-of-the-art WaveLight® EX500 technology.
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What Is LASIK
LASIK permanently reshapes your cornea with a laser to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism — offering life-changing visual freedom in an outpatient procedure that takes just 15 minutes per eye.
At Horizon Eye Care, we have been performing laser vision correction since 1993 and LASIK since 1997, giving us over 25 years of experience helping Charlotte patients achieve the clear, stable vision they’ve always wanted.
Am I a Candidate?
Ideal candidates are ages 21–60 with a stable prescription for at least one year and good overall eye health. Most patients who wear glasses or contacts qualify — your free consultation will confirm candidacy.
You may not be a candidate if you have severe dry eye, thin corneas, or certain corneal conditions. Our thorough pre-operative evaluation includes dry eye testing, corneal mapping, and a complete refraction to ensure safe, optimal outcomes.
Our Technology
We use the WaveLight® EX500 Excimer Laser with topography-guided Contoura® Vision, tracking your eye 1,050 times per second for precise, personalized correction that often achieves vision better than 20/20.
Our femtosecond laser creates the corneal flap blade-free, enhancing safety and predictability. The result is a fully customized procedure mapped to your cornea’s unique characteristics for maximum clarity and comfort.
Recovery & Results
Most patients notice dramatically improved vision within 24 hours. With our Weekend LASIK™ program, you can have surgery Friday and return to work Monday with clear, stable sight — minimal downtime required.
Expect mild irritation for 6–12 hours after surgery, similar to wearing dirty contact lenses. Most patients can drive the day after their post-operative eye exam. All follow-up visits at 1 day, 2 weeks, 3 months, and 12 months are included.
Advanced LASIK Technology & Techniques
State-of-the-art equipment and specialized techniques for superior outcomes, maximum safety, and results that often exceed what you achieved with glasses or contacts.
WaveLight® EX500 Excimer Laser
The fastest, most precise excimer laser available — delivering treatment in seconds with eye-tracking technology that automatically pauses if movement is detected during the procedure.
Topography-Guided Contoura® Vision
A detailed corneal map creates a customized laser treatment profile unique to your eyes, achieving vision that often exceeds what you had with glasses or contacts before surgery.
All-Laser LASIK
Our femtosecond laser creates the corneal flap with blade-free precision, enhancing safety and predictability while eliminating the need for any surgical instrument contact during flap creation.
Weekend LASIK™
Designed for busy professionals, our program lets you have surgery on Friday and return to work Monday with clear vision, with late-afternoon consultation slots available on Tuesdays.
Meet Your Charlotte LASIK Specialists
Refractive surgeons with over 25 years of combined experience helping Charlotte patients achieve life-changing visual freedom.
Jonathan S. Minkowski, MD
Cataract, Cornea & Refractive Surgery Specialist
Hunter S. Stolldorf, MD
Cataract, LASIK & Refractive Surgery Specialist
Serving Cotswold, Mallard Creek & Mooresville
Advanced Laser Eye Surgery Throughout Charlotte
Our LASIK team serves the greater Charlotte area from these convenient locations:
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Vision Restored, Lives Transformed
“I transferred from CEENTA to Dr Ryder at Horizon Eye Care-Cotswold. Today was my first appointment. I can say I was pleasantly surprised. I had absolutely no wait time. The office has…”
“Dr. Cameron was friendly yet quite professional. His exam seemed thorough and his recommendations sound. He answered questions I had and took his time - he was not rushed to get to…”
“All staff from checking in at the front desk, throughout my appointment were very helpful. Dr.Minkowski did a great job of explaining options/the process of cataract surgery with me, especially given my…”
“I have been coming to Dr. Minkowski for over 2 years and he is an awesome doctor. He makes you feel welcomed and worry free. He explains everything in detail and will…”
“The waiting room needs new furniture. The seats are so worn I was afraid they would damage my clothes.”
“Dr Ryder and staff were amazing.”
“Wonderful and attentive staff. They all work together with Dr Stein to make sure I am receiving the best care. I like that they always answer any questions or concerns that I…”
“The server at this location was much faster and streamlined than other locations I’ve been to for my eye care. Much less crowded and each step in the process was handled much…”
“Professional eye care. Dr. Wang was cordial as well as her assistant.”
“I have been seeing Dr Krug and staff for over a decade. Great professionalism, competence and courtesy.”
“The doctor was very, very, very thorough and really deep examinations of my eyes to make sure everything was OK. I was very impressed with the amount of care and knowledge she…”
“My experience dealing with Horizon Eye at Cotswold and Dr. KRUG has been great. Dr. Krug is one of the best eye doctors with Horizon Eye. I will truly miss him and…”
“The absolute best!”
“Had a great experience with Dr. Tomasko. He was thorough, knowledgeable, and took the time to clearly explain my condition and treatment options. I felt heard and well cared for throughout the…”
“Very good professional care great staff Awesome Doctor .Doctor Tomasko was great un rushed explained everything at i was able to ask all the questions I needed to this place was very…”
“He was very honest and upfront with me about my eye condition and the knowledge and experience helped me move forward with my decision ☺️”
“Dr Bell has a comfortable bedside manner. I had confidence in her treatment right from the start.”
“First time at this practice, I seen Dr. Bell. She was amazing, didn’t rush me and listened to all my questions while providing helpful tips. It was a routine exam, nothing crazy.…”
“He is an excellent doctor and I couldn’t say enough about him..”
“Dr. Krug has been a wonderful eye doctor. Thoughtful and meticulous. He removed my cataracts, gave me new lenses and the best vision I've ever had. Very kind man, but speaks the…”
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