Dropless cataract surgery replaces the usual weeks of post-surgery eye drops with medication delivered at the time of surgery. It makes recovery simpler and more comfortable, which is especially helpful for patients who find a multi-drop schedule difficult to manage. Mudgil Eye Associates offers dropless cataract surgery in Chester County.
Yes. Dr. Ananth Vijay Mudgil is a board-certified ophthalmologist with more than 30 years of experience. He completed a fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins and has been recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor, a Philadelphia Magazine Top Doctor, and a Main Line Today Top Doctor for many years.
A standard monofocal lens corrects vision at one distance, so most patients still wear glasses afterward. Premium intraocular lenses, including multifocal, trifocal, and toric lenses, can correct multiple distances and astigmatism, reducing or eliminating the need for glasses after cataract surgery.
Medicare and most insurance plans cover medically necessary cataract surgery with a standard lens. Premium lens upgrades and certain elective options usually involve an additional out-of-pocket cost. Our team reviews your coverage and any costs with you before surgery.
Cataract surgery is a quick outpatient procedure. Many patients notice clearer vision within a few days, and the eye typically heals over a few weeks. Most people return to normal daily activities soon after.
We are located at 795 East Marshall Street, Suite 103, West Chester, PA 19380, near Chester County Hospital, serving Chester County and the Main Line. Call 610-429-3004 to schedule an appointment.
Patients drive in from across Chester County, Delaware County, Montgomery County, and Lancaster County for our care.
