The first and only FDA approved Trifocal IOL for cataract surgery is now available at KC Eye Clinic! From Business Wire: Benefits of PanOptix PanOptix is clinically shown to deliver an exceptional combination of near, intermediate, and distance vision while significantly reducing the need for glasses after surgery.1,2 PanOptix is already one of the leading…
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Closing early: Sept 26, 2019
Attention: We will be closing early on Thursday September 26, 2019 for a private event. Appointments will end early this date. We request any Optical or Contact lens matters be taken care of before 3pm this date. We apologize for the inconvenience. Normal business hours will resume Friday at 8am. Thank you, Doctors and Staff…
Trolley Run 2018
KC Eye Clinic is a proud supporter of CCVI and the annual Trolley Run. We had 35 employees and their families participate this year.
2017-18 Clinic and Optical Holiday Hours
KC Eye Clinic and Optical Shop will the closed on the following days to allow our employees to spend time with their families and loved ones. Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas to everyone and enjoy and safe and joyful season!
KCEC Optical Shop News: Introducing Costa Rx
Costa Rx Protect your eyes and get clearer vision for sunny days, outdoor activities, and summer vacations Visit our optical shop today to select from many styles of Costa prescription sunglasses and everyday frames to fit your lifestyle. Costa’s polarized lenses are available in 580P, 580G and 400P lenses, with the functionality of single-vision, bifocal and progressive…
Toys for Tots
Bring a new, unwrapped toy to place in our donation box in the waiting room. We will be taking donations through the second week in December. U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program The mission of the U. S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October,…
Dr. Bodker Receives AAO Achievement Award
This year Dr. Fred Bodker was recognized by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) with a 2015 Achievement Award. Dr. Bodker has contributed to the Academy through publications, presentations, and other areas of service throughout his career. We are proud and honored that Dr. Bodker is a partner in the Kansas City Eye Clinic. You…
Doctors and Staff go to Annual Meeting
Each year the American Academy of Ophthalmology holds their annual meeting. All of ophthalmology comes together to learn, teach, and explore the latest surgical techniques, treatments, and technology at these meetings. In conjunction with the doctor’s meeting, the American Academy of Ophthalmology Executives and the Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology hold their…
HOLIDAY HOURS
Kansas City Eye Clinic 2014 Holiday Schedule As always we have a doctor on call through our regular phone line 913.341.3100 for medical eye emergencies. For pharmacy refills please call your pharmacy and they will contact us. For true medical emergencies, please go to the closest Emergency Room. Happy Holidays from KCEC!
Now Open Selected Saturday Mornings!
Busy during the week? Can’t get out of school or work? Dr. Dawn Bircher is now seeing patients on the second Saturday mornings of each month. Call us at 913.341.3100 or email us to make your appointment! Below are the following available dates until the end of the year. September 13 October 11 November 15…
What you need to know before your appointment
With all the recent changes to healthcare and a new year just around the corner, we want to continue to provide high quality eye care to our patients without slowing you down. 2012 brought many challenges with the implementation of a new Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system, converting our old paper chart method entirely to…
Doctors and Staff attend Annual Ophthalmology Meeting in New Orleans
November 15-19, 2013 Each year the American Academy of Ophthalmology holds a meeting for all ophthalmologists, technicians/assistants, and executives in order for them to continue their education, strengthen their skills, and expand their minds. This year the annual meeting was held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. Additionally, companies related…
Local doctor says you might want to rethink Halloween contact lenses
From KMBZ: http://www.kmbz.com/Local-doctor-says-you-might-want-to-rethink-Hallow/17601748 Listen to audio here: http://www.kmbz.com/topic/play_window.php?audioType=Episode&audioId=6572169 OVERLAND PARK- Eye doctors are warning about the dangers of using crazy contact lenses this Halloween. Dr. Stephen Nichols with the Kansas City Eye Clinic in Overland Park says while the cat-eye lenses or the scary demon eyes might look cool, but they could be very dangerous. “The main…
Vision-Restoring Corneal Transplants Performed in 2013 Will Have a Lifetime Net Benefit of Nearly $6 Billion
Washington, DC– (October 8, 2013) – Corneal transplants performed in the United States this year will result in nearly $6 billion in total net benefits over the lifetime of the recipients, according to a six-month study undertaken by the Eye Bank Association of America (EBAA). The study compared the medical cost of transplant procedures to…
Meet our Refractive Surgeon, Dr. Christopher Ketcherside
Christopher S. Ketcherside, M.D. is a board-certified corneal surgeon specializing in refractive surgery, cataract and lens implant surgery, and corneal disorders. He received his Bachelor of Science and Medical degrees from the University of Missouri. Then, he completed an ophthalmology residency at the University of Virginia and a fellowship in cornea, external disease, and refractive…
Our new Contact Lens Room
We are here for all your contacts needs! We carry many brands in-stock such as Acuvue Oasys, Air Optix, and B&L Soflens Daily. All other major brands and types are available to order and arrive within 5-7 business days. We also fit Rigid Gas Permeable lenses, hybrid lenses, multifocal/bifocal lenses, and scleral lenses. We have…
Renovations come to the clinic!
Renovations Anyone who has visited us in 2013 has probably recognized some changes in the clinic. We are giving our 20+ year old office a face-lift. Our major renovations include new paint, wallpaper, carpet, and new exam rooms. These renovations are almost complete. We’ve outfitted all the exam rooms with new cabinets and new computerized…