“Like you, I hated when my glasses fogged up during the pandemic. That’s why I chose to have laser surgery on my own eyes in 2020! I’ve been glasses free and happy ever since.”
— Brian Shafer, MD

LASIK and ICL Surgery Philadelphia

Your Sight, Our Passion

Providing the highest quality cataract surgery experience for patients from Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, and Delaware Counties. Easy access from Horsham, Plymouth Meeting, Fort Washington, Collegeville, King of Prussia, Philadelphia, Dresher, Blue Bell, Doylestown, Gladwyne, Bryn Mawr, Villanova, Devon, and Berwyn.

Refractive Surgery at SVI

Refractive errors, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, can lead to a lifetime reliance on glasses and contact lenses. Refractive surgery at Shafer Vision Institute (SVI) can offer a life-changing solution to regain your clear vision and experience the world unfiltered.

Located in the Greater Philadelphia area, SVI is renowned for its advanced refractive surgery procedures. We focus on harnessing the power of state-of-the-art lasers and innovative vision correction techniques to provide you with sharper, clearer vision. Our aim is to help you gain the freedom of natural vision, crisp vision.

Dr. Shafer is passionate about helping individuals achieve their best possible vision. Recognized as an industry expert, he frequently delivers lectures nationwide on the advancements in refractive surgery and the revolutionary methods of vision correction. He has even had PRK himself! 

Each treatment plan is meticulously crafted to align with your unique vision needs, lifestyle, and preferences. We tailor each treatment special to every single patient. After all, your vision is our top priority.






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Refractive Surgery at SVI

LASIK

The most commonly performed form of refractive surgery, LASIK involves creation of a flap on the cornea by a laser and then reshaping the cornea underneath. LASIK can treat nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.

PRK

For patients who are not candidates for LASIK due to thin corneas, irregular shapes to the cornea, dryness, or high risk activities such as martial arts, PRK is a great option. This is the option Dr. Shafer chose for himself!

EVO ICL

For patients who want the absolute best visual quality while leaving the cornea unaltered, the EVO ICL is a fantastic solution. The implantable collamer lens (ICL) is implanted into the eye and rapidly corrects high levels of nearsightedness and astigmatism.

RLE

After age 40, the lens inside of the eye becomes dysfunctional. Refractive lens exchange is ideally suited for patients over the age of 40 who are looking to experience the full range of vision correction again.

  • “Best decision I’ve ever made!! I’ve wanted lasik for 15 years and my dreams finally came true. Dr Shafer was so helpful in walking me through all the details, and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way. My vision has never been better!"

    — C.A.

  • “Very caring and attentive explained everything and did a great cataract surgery I'm now 20 20 what a great outcome"

    — B.P.

  • “Dr. Shafer is the absolute best! He did cataract surgery on both eyes earlier in November 2022. Vision One center staff were extremely thorough, fun, and so great at their medical care. Dr. Shafer put me at ease prior to surgery due to a condition I have. He followed up after each surgery just a few hours later to see how I was doing. This was very much appreciated since I knew he was there for me if there was a problem.”

    — G.H.

  • “I would highly recommend Dr Shafer. He did glaucoma surgery for me. Very good experience. He and his staff are fabulous!!"

    — P.E.

  • “He took the time to discuss the options available to me and the differences amongst those options. Answered my questions and provided his email in case I had additional questions. The appointment was relaxed and not rushed. Highly recommend as he made you feel like you mattered and your time was as valuable as his."

    — S.D.

  • “Dr Shafer is amazing. Highly recommend. So knowledgeable, professional and kind. He is wonderful."

    — H.K.

  • “I had a serious eye infection resulting in an eventual cornea transplant. The journey was a rough one, but the comfort of knowing Dr. Shafer was in my corner all the way was such a relief. He is very well connected in the field, with access to many experts for consultation. He is compassionate, available and communicative. He is truly one of a kind - Highly recommend him for any Cornea issues."

    — D.T.

  • “I seldom write reviews but I feel compelled to review Dr. Shafer. <br/><br/>Dr. Shafer is one of the best doctors I have every had the pleasure of meeting. In all my years of interacting with doctors, I have never come across anyone as caring, compassionate, knowledgable and most importantly willing to communicate with their patients regardless of the time of day or day of week.<br/><br/>I wish all my other doctors had his "bed side manner" and I would urge anyone that needs the services performed to contact his office and schedule an appointment."

    — J.R.

  • “Dr. Shafer did an incredible job with my corneal transplant. Seeing 20/20 with no issues after the procedure. Great guy, great surgeon. My retinologist at Bascom Palmer in Florida where I winter said it was the best transplant he had ever seen!"

    — P.D.

  • “Dr Shafer is so professional and knowledgeable. He addressed my concerns perfectly."

    — M.C.

  • “Excellent doctor. - knowledgeable, good "bedside manner," offers options, takes his time with you. Experience over multiple appointments could not be any better!"

    — S.M.

  • “Great Doctor, outstanding results. Highly recommend Dr. Shafer and his team for cataract surgery."

    — T.N.

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Specialty Surgery at SVI

Cataract

Surgery

At SVI, we utilize advanced technology to remove cataracts and replace the clouded lens with a clear artificial one, dramatically improving vision. Experience safe, efficient procedures tailored to your needs, ensuring the best possible outcomes.

Glaucoma

Surgery

SVI offers a range of surgical options to lower eye pressure and protect your optic nerve from damage. With personalized treatment plans, we help prevent further progression of this sight-threatening condition while reducing the inconvenience of eye drops.

Refractive

Surgery

Correct your vision with our cutting-edge refractive surgery options, including LASIK, PRK, RLE, and ICL. Dr. Shafer utilizes state-of-the-art equipment to help you achieve clear vision, reducing or eliminating the need for glasses or contacts.

Revision

Surgery

Dr. Shafer expertly addresses dislocated intraocular lenses (IOLs) to restore visual acuity. We perform the full spectrum of advanced procedures to reposition or replace dislocated IOLs, ensuring long-term stability and optimal visual outcomes.

Corneal

Surgery

Dr. Shafer specializes in corneal transplants to restore vision in cases of corneal damage or disease. We offer partial or full-thickness transplants, utilizing advanced techniques to ensure optimal results and a smooth recovery process.

Second

Opinions

If you're unsure about a previous diagnosis or recommended treatment plan, SVI offers reliable second opinions. Gain peace of mind and make informed decisions about your eye health with comprehensive evaluations and professional guidance.