Monthly Archives: September 2017

Technology has changed the world. Many of today’s cataract patients never used a cell phone or a computer growing up. Now they have their own handheld devices and use Skype to communicate with their grandchildren. Many things change in life, but not the fact that everyone will get cataracts if they live long enough. The […]

The simple answer is no. If LASIK eye surgery is performed by an experienced LASIK eye surgeon using state-of- the-art technology, and the patient has had a thorough pre-operative eye exam, such a result would be extremely rare. LASIK has been performed for decades with reliable results. Doctors, astronauts, first responders, and sports figures are […]

The quick answer to this question is MAYBE. Unfortunately, not everyone is a good candidate for LASIK. There are some factors or situations that may disqualify you from having LASIK eye surgery. For those patients who cannot safely have LASIK performed, the good news is they might be able to have a different surgical procedure […]

Commitment to Excellence As the owner and practicing doctor of the clinic, Dr. Martén’s vision for the clinic is to be the best place to practice medicine, the best place to work, and the best place to receive care.  Dr. Martén wears  many hats as the business owner and Doctor of South Texas Eye Institute.  South Texas […]

South Texas Eye Institute is the proud recipient of BBB’s 2017 Torch Awards for Ethics   South Texas Eye Institute is proud to announce it is one of four businesses to receive the honor of being named Better Business Bureau Torch Awards for Ethics winners. South Texas Eye Institute provides eye care in San Antonio […]

The better question may be, how can it NOT? For decades now, LASIK has been transforming millions of people’s lives for the better. Many LASIK patients have worn glasses since elementary school and can’t believe how it improves their life. If you are still on the fence about having laser eye surgery, consider all the […]