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Maloney Vision Institute
Categories: Health and Medical Doctors Ophthalmologists Health and Medical Laser Eye Surgery/Lasik Ophthalmologists, Laser Eye Surgery/Lasik [Edit]
10921 Wilshire BlvdSte 900
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Neighborhood: Westwood
(877) 220-3937
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri 7:30 am - 12 pm
- By Appointment Only:
- Yes
30 reviews for Maloney Vision Institute
30 reviews in English
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Review from Ryan A.
Santa Clarita, CA
1/26/2012
My name is Ryan Alexiadis, I'm 25 years of age and I just had Custom LASIK with IntraLase on 01/25/2012 at Maloney Vision Institute and I'm incredibly happy from the results of the procedure! A whopping 20/15 and maybe still improving only 24 hours later! The procedure was about 12 minutes or less and did not hurt at all. Before this I was -4.00 in each eye- AND IT SUCKED! I am compelled to write about how happy Dr. Maloney and his wonderful staff have helped me to be a much more happy and satisfied person, giving me the opportunity to do extreme sports and to feel much more normal and confident.
To be honest, glasses and contacts have ruined my self esteem all my life, and have become complicated or a hassle at the perfectly wrong times, and I felt like a chained slave to them... Now I feel like a bird free to fly from the cage and do anything I want to do without worrying about getting my contacts wet(Surfing, swimming, beach), or being able to see a punch or kick coming at my face(Muay Thai) because now I can finally see!! In fact, I SEE BETTER THAN CONTACTS OR GLASSES! This is so cool! This is like HD Vision with intense clarity and sharpness! Everyone looks so beautiful, colors are bright and vibrant, and I can see farther than usual and it is fun to look at views or paintings!
I chose Dr. Maloney because
1. His experience is well over 50,000 people!
2. He is a very honest man, when I asked Dr. Maloney questions he always told me the possibilities, the effects, and what will be best for me.
3. Everyone at the Maloney Vision Institute were so kind to me from the first second I walked in to the last time they have seen me and I like nice people because they make me feel comfortable.
4. Most of the staff and their families have gotten the procedure and love their lives.
5. He patents machines he uses, which means to me he loves this practice and is always trying to improve vision possibilities.
6. He is calm and patient.
7. He helps paraplegics and that is very kind work.
8. He has so many accomplishments that it may take you weeks to finish reading about them.
9. THREE different Doctors check your eye sight including Dr. Maloney. -Triple check!
I can only describe him as the Godfather of LASIK!
As you can see I am overly satisfied by his work and have already within one day of surgery recommended him to all my family, my friends, my Facebook, Yelp, strangers at the Starbucks by UCLA, and everyone I will ever come into contact with! I am COMPLETELY confident in his work and am living happy proof! I AM SO HAPPY! THANK YOU- THANK YOU MALONEY VISION INSTITUTE I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
P.S. When he tells you to look at the clock after he is finished, and you can see the time, it is one of the most incredible feelings you will ever enjoy. -
Review from norel m.
Long Beach, CA
2/1/2012
My name is Norel and I wanted to let everyone know that getting LASIK surgery done by Dr. Maloney was the BEST DECISION i've ever made. I had -5.75 in both eyes and was totally dependent upon glasses and contacts. Now I have 20/15 vision and can see perfectly. All of the staff personnel are very accommodating and sweet (ask for Wanda)!
I was really nervous about the procedure. Anything near your eyes would presumably be a strange experience. However, this procedure was easy as CAKE. I went in and literally before I even knew it, my procedure was over. Its nothing and should definitely not detour you from getting the surgery done.
Now when I get up in the morning I do not worry about not having my glasses or contacts. I can travel with ease and know that if there were ever a disaster or emergency, I could move quickly w/o worrying about where my glasses were.
Bottom line, DO IT! -
Review from Ancy A.
Manhattan, NY
1/26/2012
I got the LASIK procedure done a year ago and it was one of the best investments I have made in my life. I live in NY but my family lives in Los Angeles. After a friend referred me to Dr. Maloney, I thought I would take the leap and go for a consultation (with the possibility of getting the procedure done that day as well) during my vacation visiting my family. So glad I did. Although the cost was on the higher end, how can one ever put a price tag on your eyes & vision. Why would anyone want to go for eye surgery at a place where they advertise in the local paper?? Dr. Maloney and his staff were impeccable! I will refer everyone to him!! Thank you for my 20/15 vision!!!!
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Review from Jordan F.
Los Angeles, CA
1/27/2012
What an amazing experience! I was seeing better than 20/20 right out the doors. My sincere thanks to Dr. Maloney and his fabulous crew!
My pre-op (Surgical Analaysis) went smoothly with Wanda Diaz and Dr. Tina Diehl helping me through all the diagnostics, followed by Dr. Maloney who was there to answer any questions or concerns that I had. The surgery itself was almost a joke - Everyone was so helpful and reassuring during the prep. Then Dr. Maloney's calming voice walked me through the actual procedure which took only a few minutes and didn't hurt at all. I was seeing perfectly right out the doors and just for fun tried on my old glasses to see how blurry they made my now perfect vision look. After my 4 hour nap, Dr. Maloney called me personally to see how I was feeling - What great service! At my follow-up visit the next day, Dr. Tina Diehl and Dr. Maloney gave me the all-clear until my next follow-up visit in 2 weeks. I'm seeing nearly 20/15 and couldn't be happier.
All in all - It was a great experience. I generally get pretty squeamish when it comes to this type of stuff but everyone was so professional and so friendly that I felt really comfortable - The meds certainly helped too:-) It pays to go to the best and Maloney Vision is the best! Thanks.
(PS - don't believe anyone who says that they don't follow up on your treatment - it's complete garbage. They don't let you schedule your operation without scheduling the post-op at the same time. Dr. Maloney himself calls you a few hours after the operation to check in on you and they don't let you leave the post-op until you schedule your 2 week follow up - They could not be more on top of things and really show that they care about each of their patients) -
Review from Susila G.
Los Angeles, CA
1/9/2012
My LASIK experience here was amazing. The staff was great, the recovery has been really quick and easy, and I'm already seeing better than 20/20. The surgery was expensive, but I felt like I was in the best of hands.
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Review from Christine v.
North Hollywood, CA
7/15/2011 3 Check-ins Here
Last month I had LASIK eye surgery with Dr. Maloney. I cannot imagine having gone to anyone else. First of all, the location of the Maloney Vision Institute is in Westwood. Parking is easy, and I recommend parking your vehicle at the UCLA parking structure adjacent to the Fatburger and Elysee cafe. The walk is a few blocks and the cost is $8 for the day or less provided you know how long you will be.
The actual office is really great. The walls are covered with Dr. Maloney's amazing accomplishments in his field as well as feedback from many of his patients, both famous and not. The receptionists are extremely professional and nice. They answer all your questions and always have a smile on their face.
Consultation is free, and Dr. Maloney is one of the kindest people I have ever met. He is professional, welcoming, open to all concerns and answers any questions you might have. Again, I can't imagine going anywhere else. I'm glad he was referred to me! With so many surgeons in this city, it's very hard to find someone you feel you can trust and are actually excited about. I was very excited about finding Dr. Maloney.
Initially, you do have to undergo a few basic tests to determine if you have healthy eyes, and if you are a good candidate for LASIK, however these tests are fairly quick and on a scale of discomfort, I would say a 2.
When you do decide to set up your procedure, you will need someone to take you home as you will not be able to drive. The healing process is fairly simple. You get a few days worth of eye drops to maintain the healing process. Immediately following my surgery, Dr. Maloney asked me to read the time on the clock on the wall in front of me. Normally, without glasses I would not be able to see. I was surprised and so happy to see the clock on the wall and be able to clearly make out the time.
As far as the procedure goes, it is totally painless. Dr. Maloney is very calming and walks you through the process. As one can imagine, having your eyes altered can be a daunting experience, but for some reason it was actually pleasant. You can put 100% faith in Dr. Maloney and his staff. They really do care about your vision, not only during the procedure, but after as well. You will go for follow up exams, and I am happy to report that after having 20/800 in one eye and 20/400 in the other, I know see 20/15! It's pretty incredible.
It has been a month so far and my eyes feel great. I have to remind myself at night before bed, not to take my contacts out. It was such a habit, but now no need! I'm looking forward to my next follow up and I'm doing my best to not rub my eyes, touch them or irritate them as they are still in the healing process.
I highly recommend going to see Dr. Maloney! He truly cares about his patients, and you will see that as he is very hands on. He calls you the night of the surgery to check up on how you're feeling. Those little touches really make him stand out as someone in the medical field.
There are no down sides to the Maloney Vision Institute. I have read some people complain about the cost, but quite frankly, I would NEVER go to any surgeon, especially regarding my eyes just to take advantage of a discount I heard on the radio or read in a magazine. That to me is a red flag. I have two eyes that I plan on caring for for the rest of my life and the cost of my Lasik was well worth it. It's really quite a miracle, that I can now see so well. I still have to pinch myself every now and then. Waking up being able to see is really amazing. I've missed it so! -
Review from Daniel C.
Los Angeles, CA
5/22/2011
Quick and thorough. These terms rarely find themselves paired together and it is even more rare when they properly describe anything. The Maloney Vision Institute is one of those rare exceptions.
My experience was nothing short of amazing. From the attentive, caring staff to the professionalism each doctor displayed to the stunning quality of my results, I have been left speechless (minus this review). The famous Dr. Maloney was there every step of the way to answer all of my questions and reduce any anxiety (these are my eyes afterall).
After running through some tests to determined the structure and sensitivities of my eyes, all it took was a brief, painless ten minute zap of a laser. Not 15 seconds after Dr. Maloney did his work was I able to read a clock across the room.
I am now 10 days out from the procedure and I could not be happier. Subsequent examinations from both Dr. Maloney and my regular ophthalmologist has reported that my eyes are healthy and I am now seeing at 20/15.
All I can say is thank you to Dr. Maloney and his staff, and to encourage anyone considering lasik to take the leap. It will be over before you know it and you won't regret your decision. -
Review from Leslie Paloma S.
Los Angeles, CA
10/4/2011
I had PRK LASIK eye surgery last month with Dr. Maloney. I cannot imagine going somewhere else. Not only because he has done LASIK surgery to almost everyone in my husbands family and was very very highly recommended. But also the Maloney Vision institute is an amazing place. Their attention during the consultation all the way through to the day of the surgery and post surgery was phenomenal. I felt safe, and they answered all my questions and concerns. I never felt rushed or pressured to make a decision about surgery etc.
I could not have asked for anything more. Thank you to Dr.Maloney and his staff. I can finally see my husband in the morning without my glasses. Its the little things that have made this surgery one of the best things I have ever done. -
Review from D P.
Los Angeles, CA
9/16/2011 1 photo
I had lasik three weeks ago and I have no complaints. From the consultation to the procedure to the follow up visits, everyone at MVI is professional, helpful and knowledgeable. Every step is explained to you and you never feel like you can't ask a dumb question. I had a freakout the week after the procedure and I was reassured that the day-to-day fluctuations were normal. I read about it online, but it was nice to be able to talk to someone and be reassured.
My contacts prescription was -5.25 and now I can see 20/20. This was almost as good as the first day I got glasses in 3rd grade and realized what the world really looked like! -
Review from Valerie L.
Los Angeles, CA
I had my surgery done 2/9/2011. I have to say so far, it has been an excellent experience. I have 20/15 vision. My night vision is fine too even though they told me I might have so fogginess but lucky me, everything is crisp.
I did a lot of research and schedule several appointments with other lasik doctors before picking Dr. Maloney. I know that some other places charge $1400 or $3000, but since I only have one pair of eyes do I really want a bargain or good vision? I realize that its a tough call because not everyone can put down $6600 for lasik but over 10 years or 20 years its really not a bad investment for being able to SEE with 20/15 vision.
For that price, you get lasik, all the eyedrops, and 1 year of aftercare. They tell you upfront, Dr. Maloney will not do your aftercare but my OD was in his network so I didn't really mind. If I wanted to see her every week for the rest of year, he would pick up the tab. Also, if you have any problems or need an enhancement within the year, that is also covered in your $6600. I got a $700 discount for paying upfront in cash (tears..).
The staff is very professional. Everyone is extremely well trained. The tech that ran all the test on me has been with Dr. Maloney for 12 years. On the day of the surgery, they numb your eyes, give you a Valium, and then laser you. Tada.. you can see. Several other reviews of other doctors, said they you will smell something like hair burning so I asked Dr. Maloney why I didn't smell anything. He told me he uses a cold laser. Can we say awesome?! I had the Intralase to cut my cornea flap and then the Wavefront to shape my cornea. I am assuming he has all the new technology because his office is a FDA approved lab.
He called me personally at 6 pm that night to check up on me and the next day at my follow up, he determined my vision was 20/15. So in less than 24 hours I went from being -4.25 in both eyes to seeing the world in HD. I could drive at night, take a shower, and go to the gym the very next day. I healed so quickly because of the Intralase. They told me I could even wear eyeliner as long as its new after 24 hours. Its really so amazing.
To all the people who are considering lasik, there are no guarantees. All the doctors can do is try their best. I went with Dr. Maloney because he is a leader in his field. I am sure some of the other cheaper places might have been able to give me the same results but I didn't want to risk it just to save a couple of bucks. -
Review from Halimah V.
Los Angeles, CA
9/1/2011
I had my eyes done about 6 weeks ago. Lasik surgery for nearsightedness. I'm extremely happy to say that my vision is now 20/15! I chose Dr Maloney for 3 reasons; top of the line equipment that they own and work with exclusively; a great surgeon who is regularly published, has a great reputation and high end clientele; and finally the fact that I felt comfortable telling Dr. Maloney and his staff that my reasons for fixing my vision at this time were spiritual: I wanted to affirm my desire to both see clearly and be seen clearly.
I am very happy with my choice! -
Review from Georgia Y.
Los Angeles, CA
8/16/2007
Lasik Rule of Thumb: Don't go to a place that needs to advertise in the LA Weekly. Any place that offers a two for one discount is probably not a good idea.
Maloney Vision Institute is by far not the cheapest place to get laser eye surgery, but then again, you probably shouldn't bargain shop when it comes to your eyesight.
I went to the Maloney Vision Institute back in January, after a friend of mine gave Dr. Maloney a glowing review. If you visit his Web site, you'll see that he has the resume and the celebrity clientele to back up his stellar reputation in the Lasik community.
Personally, when I visited the Institute, I found the celebrity aspect cheesy (there are celebrity testimonials both on the Web site and on the walls of the office), but I will say this, Dr. Maloney is very smart about how he chooses to run his practice. Most places that deal with celebrity clients, treat everyone else like they are unimportant.
From the moment I walked into Dr. Maloney's office, I felt like I was in good hands. Let's face it, you can talk to all your friends who've had Lasik done, but there is no amount of research that can prepare you for the unknown. In the waiting room, I was asked to watch a DVD that explained and demonstrated in detail what the procedure would entail. Then a pre-op specialist was appointed to me to run tests that would determine whether I was a good candidate for Lasik. She explained what she was doing every step of the way.
When it was time to meet the doctor before the surgery, we walked down a corridor with examination rooms on the righthand side and a long seating area to the left with post-op patients resting with their eyes closed for the mandatory five minutes. Admittedly, I felt like I was part of a sci-fi assembly line; if you think about it, the whole procedure is just weird. I was in my examination room for only two minutes when Dr. Maloney walked in to say hello & explain more about the procedure. I am a complete nerd when it comes to efficiency. Nothing makes me happier than a well-oiled machine. I figured out later that the reason why I never had to wait between the tests, meeting Dr. Maloney & the actual procedure itself was because each room had a grid with colored lights that represented where every staff member needed to be at any given moment.
After meeting the doctor, I was given a short lunch break and returned feeling nervous as my pre-op specialist prepared me for the surgery with numbing eye drops & an optional dose of Xanax. My advice to anyone getting Lasik done is TAKE THE XANAX; when the Xanax kicks in you won't even care if you go blind. I was in the operating room for only five minutes when Dr. Maloney arrived to begin the procedure. He explained everything thoroughly before each step of the procedure. In addition, he had a checks and balances system in place to ensure that the chart he was going off of was indeed my chart and that the laser settings were for the correct eye. The procedure was over in 7-10 minutes, and I was led over to the resting area.
After five minutes, I was given a care package complete with goggles, antibiotics, a DVD with post-care instructions, and an Ambien to help me keep my eyes closed for the next four hours. My parking fees were covered in full (unlike Cedars Sinai), and my husband drove me home.
Two weeks later, I got a box of chocolate in the mail congratulating me on my 20/15 vision. Some might think this is over the top, but come on, the man, in addition to having an impeccable resume, knows how to run a smart business. -
Review from Saba H.
Redondo Beach, CA
3/17/2011
February 3rd I had my procedure. Today is March 17th and to this day I have not had any problems. Listed below is my entire experience.
Pre: I was originally referred by my own eye doctor, Dr. Jim Hawley (Palos Verdes Family vision....great doctor as well) when I first started talking about getting LASIK. He wanted me to wait for my eyes to stabilize, but from the start he referred me to Dr. Maloney. I waited till I was a candidate before I did my research. Around Oct/Nov 2010 I was confirmed as a candidate and started doing my research on doctors for LASIK. I started with Maloney and worked my way around the LA area and started comparing credentials along with price and history. Not to take anything away from the other doctors I researched, and their successes, but Dr. Maloney blew it out of the water. I was impressed by all his credentials and how much experience he had in the industry. Especially since he was one of the pioneers of this procedure, it really pushed me to him even more. I did my conseltation and met the Dr. Maloney and he was one of the nicest, soft spoekn doctors I have dealt with. I say this, because when you are dealing with the potential that someone will be working with a laser on your eye, you want someone that is calm, collected and reserved. I dont know, I take little things and add it up to my final decision. He asked me why I want the surgery and what my expectations were and I listed all the reasons. He listened and told me what his goal was for my procedure and what the range of results could happen, because everyones eyes are different. He was very honest and frank, but given his track record, I felt more at ease at the fact that he was honest and straight forward with me. I had a stigmatism in my eyes and that naturally makes it more difficult to do the procedure. Most doctors will take you in as a patient without thoroughly checking the severity of your stigmatism. I scheduled three pre-opp exams with them because they wanted to be sure of the shape of my eye and the type of procedure was best for me. They threw convenience out the window and wanted to go based on what was best for me and my eyes, which i valued very highly! For goodness sake, you only have 2 eyes! hah After the third check-up, my eyes were stable with their shape and they chose the best procedure for me (LASIK as opposed to PRK) and we scheduled the procedure that week.
Procedure: The procedure is just like any general review about LASIK, but what matters is how they make you feel. The time i spend with Dr. Geis and Dr. Maloney prior to the procedure made me feel very at ease. They prepared my eyes for the procedure and from the time I laid on the op table to the time I sat up from it, it took all but 12 minutes maybe? Around that. The best feeling was when I sat up, he asked me to read the time on the clock across the room and I read it perfectly. Very great and exciting feeling. You have to experience it to know how it feels. Highly recommended! ;)
Post: Four hours after the procedure my eyes were to be shut as much as possible. To help heal the flap. After that, I opened my eyes and could read the smallest print from across the room it felt like. I have gone to 3 check ups since, one at Maloney institute and 2 with my own doc and I have 20/15 vision still. I am so thankful for this!
The only thing people say is a negative is the price, but when it comes to your eyes, dont take the risk....do the best and go at it with a sense of being relaxed and comfortable.
Highly recommended.
I had dry eyes for a couple weeks but that is normal no matter where you go and they just ask you take some drop and over time it goes away. Its been almost a month and the dryness is getting much better. Nothing to worry about at all.
Thanks
-Saba -
Review from Tracy C.
Los Angeles, CA
8/10/2007
My friend recently got Lasik eye surgery at Maloney Eye Institute and he can see better than 20/20 now (20/10, 2x better than 20/20). He has no glare and no pain. If any of you are considering this procedure, I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Maloney. He is THE BEST, and a pioneer in Lasik surgery. He has a very calm personality, is very thorough, and also has great bedside manners! Everyone I know who has gotten Lasik has gone to him.
He does a lot of celebrities (Angelina Jolie, William Shatner, Cindy Crawford, Barry Manilow, Drew Carey) and pro athletes. The procedure is quick and painless and recovery time was minimal (he only had to wear those ugly goggles for a few hours). He was driving the next day and his vision he said, was amazing.
It is pricey here though - $6400. It's not your average $1000 for Lasik, but they have CareCredit interest free financing for 1 year. Besides, it's your eyes; it is an investment, and trust me you will not regret it, and while your friends are suffering from side effects, you won't be. -
Review from jessica w.
Los Angeles, CA
11/3/2007
One of the best things I have ever done in my life, period, was get Lasik by Dr. Maloney.
I had 20/15 vision the day after my surgery, and still do today, one year later. The procedure was quick and painless, and just as Dr. Maloney had said would occur, my vision was a little blurry at times during the first three months, but cleared up completely after that. Being able to see like a normal person again is so liberating! There isn't a single day that goes by when I don't marvel at my ability to see without glasses or contacts.
Dr. Maloney was fantastic. Prior to the procedure, he was helpful in answering my questions and did not try to push a more expensive procedure on me, and in fact, advised against the more expensive procedure because he believed the result with the less expensive method would be just as good. The other doctors in his office are just as helpful and professional. I'd definitely say the care I received there was second to none.
Following my surgery, I referred 3 co-workers to Maloney. All 3 went to Maloney for their Lasik and are just as thrilled with their results as I am with mine. And we're all attorneys, who by nature are impossible to please! -
Review from Nancy K.
Santa Monica, CA
3/17/2008
When people learn I got lasik done and how much I paid for it ($6400), they're shocked. I don't understand that. If you're going to get your eyes done, wouldn't you want to go to the best? Why would anyone compromise their vision? Anyone who does their research will know that Dr. Robert Maloney is the best lasik surgeon in Los Angeles. He's the guy people go to when they get a botched lasik, and is able to treat them and make their eyes better. He's the guy other lasik surgeons go to when they want lasik done to themselves. He's done the operation himself on practically every member of his family and wife's family.
There's something about Dr. Maloney, he's one of those guys that you feel like you can trust without really knowing him. He told me that I had to go about a month without wearing contacts because I had a certain problem with my eyes. Anyway, when I was finally ready for the procedure, it took all of 5 minutes. It didn't hurt, although there is a bit of discomfort when they use some sort of device to keep your eyes open. The next day, I went through that ritual of seeing time without the aid of glasses.
They take care of you up to a year after your surgery. I've interacted with different doctors during my post-op follow ups. I have to say, if you can, try to schedule your appointments with Dr. Farid Eghbali, he is an absolute RIOT! He is so hilarious, a total joker and so laid back. I now have 20/15 vision (don't know what it was before, but my contacts prescription was -6.75, which is pretty bad), don't experience any halos or glares, and marvel constantly at the crispiness of my new vision. If you're thinking of getting lasik, don't compromise, go to the best and get it done right. -
Review from Wicks W.
Hollywood Hills, CA
7/9/2008
Best check I ever wrote. 20/15 both eyes. Wait until you're 30 though...things could still be changing until then, and there are lots of cool glasses out there to wear.
Eyes got a bit dry this year - could be related, so this may be part of the price. -
Review from sean N.
Manhattan, NY
2/13/2011
There are a handful of top LASIK doctors in the Los Angeles area... and I'm sure any of them would have done a great job... but my research told me that the single best thing you can do to reduce your risk of complications with LASIK is to use the best surgeon for your needs.
Dr. Maloney has been rated by a few nationally recognized organizations as one of the top LASIK surgeons in the America, but what I liked about him the most is that he has the experience, academic background, and right personality to make him really the best person in the Los Angeles area.
I had my procedure on Feb 9th, 2011 and so far my vision is extremely great! I've never had such great quality of vision.. and from my eye exam after surgery it seems I have 20/15 vision. My night vision is getting better and better.. but it takes some time to get your night vision back.. but last night I noticed I see better at night than I ever have.. with the exception of halos, and ghosting around light sources.. which is starting to go away..
The total cost was $6600 for the initial consultation and procedure.. So far, without a doubt, I can say its the best money I have ever spent; considering how much it has changed my life in a matter of days..I've always had issues with glasses and contacts.
Recognize also, that no surgeon is perfect and no surgery is perfect. There are risks with LASIK, variables out of anyone's control. Thankfully the data says it is very safe...
These are the top things I looked at when considering Dr. Maloney:
1) Tremedous experience, has performed over 40,000 LASIK procedures
2) A Pioneer in the field, was principal investigator in many studies concerning LASIK, for the FDA (to name one of the many ways he was a pioneer)
3) Seems to have an extreme passion for what he does, seems to be a perfectionist.
4) Many pro-athletes and celebrities trusted him with their eyes.. there is a long list (note- Kathy Giffin's LASIK didn't go well, but my research has found this was not Dr. Maloney's fault... she had complications due to her own problems and had come to Maloney after someone else had done LASIK on here in 2000)
5) Dr. Maloney seems to be the guy that fixes many of the mistakes made by other doctors AND has done surgery on over 100 fellow physicians
6) The Maloney Vision Institute appears to be using the best equipment that will ensure the best outcomes
7) They take measurements many times to ensure accuracy and seem to have good a staff that does a comprehensive evaluation not just to prepare you for LASIK but to see how your eyes overall health is.
8) Also, their are some conveniences with how they run things... some places you have to get Intralase in one room, and move to another room, or another part of the room for the actual treatment with the Excimer Laser, bad smells are minimized, and Dr. Maloney has an overall great bedside manner.
9) Also, followup is included as well as touch ups if needed..followup monitoring and care (type of care my be limited which is understandable)
If you have any questions feel free to ask.. I know how important a decision this is.. -
Review from Jessie S.
San Francisco, CA
4/26/2010
Why would anyone go "cheap" on EYE SURGERY? Seriously folks, if you're looking for a deal on your eyes, perhaps there are other body parts that need fixing. A mushy grey one comes to mind.
I was lucky enough to have Dr. Maloney himself do my surgery in 2005. I had 20/300 nearsightedness in both eyes. I had my procedure in the late afternoon so I could go straight home and to bed afterwards (the ideal follow-up after surgery so you aren't tempted to open your eyes).
The next morning, I could see. Everything. It was that amazing, and that simple. Yes, my eyes were sensitive and a little scratchy for a few days (they'll give you the best systane drops for this). But it went away and I've had 20/15 vision ever since.
The difference in vision is night and day (glasses/contacts versus my actual eye doing the seeing). I can see textures like never before. Every thing I saw felt like the first time. The first time I saw a sunset, the ocean, the mountains, etc. It's really cool to be able to see someone's shoelaces from a block away.
Don't even think twice about the price. It is the absolute best investment you could make in your quality of life. -
Review from Natasha W.
Hermosa Beach, CA
3/12/2010
I am writing this review since I have many years since my surgery. I got laser eye surgery from Dr. Maloney way back in May of 2000 when I was in my mid 20s with little or no vision changes. It took only 10 minutes and then I saw clearly immediately, but your vision is very cloudy afterwards as well. Similar to when you have been in a chlorinated pool with your eyes open for way too long. That lasts a couple days or so. I did go back to work 1 day later.
I was referred to Dr. Maloney from my regular eye doctor in Encino who was familiar with him. I paid $3400. Wow, I am happy I did it then, before all this fame came to him. I would do it again later down the road.
Before surgery my contact prescription was around -4.75 in both eyes. I had no "other" issues with my eyes. After surgery I saw 20/10. I now see about 20/40. It doesn't seem that bad of vision, but after being able to see so well, it is very noticeable. I have to squint to read signs, menus and such. I wear prescription glasses while watching TV at night, movie theater or driving at night to see ANY details (for about past 5 years). Headlights certainly give off very bright glares. Headlights at night have always been an issue at night after surgery.
High sensitivity to daylight is also something that happened immediately after surgery. I believe those two things are common. Are they a huge deal? no. (hence 5 stars) I also wear prescription sunglasses during the day, mainly for the sun sensitivity, but why not actually see perfect again too. At work, while on the computer all day in the office, I don't need to wear glasses.
Overall, I recommend Dr. Maloney, but I am sure there are plenty of great eye surgeons out there these days. My mom had VERY bad vision (-10+) and finally got the surgery done (from another recommended Dr.) since the procedure had gotten better and more refined. I do recommend you DO do your homework, of course. These ARE YOUR EYES for crying out loud. -
Review from Sherryl I.
Camarillo, CA
9/17/2009
My only regret is that I did not get my eyes done sooner!
The whole process was seamless: The beginning when I received a thorough tour of the facility, to the pre-op dilation when they answered any and all questions I had, to the flawless operation, to the post-op care where I was free to come in any time during the year after.
It has been one year since I had Lasik. To sum my experience up in one word: LIFE-CHANGING!! -
Review from Eli B.
CA
8/19/2008
Possibly the best money I ever spent. Robert Maloney was recommended to me by my regular eye doctor, Paul Super, who is the best in L.A. and also one of my very favorite people.
I was told by a few people that Maloney is the absolute best, but not to expect a warm eye-side manner. Not so. He is charming, personable, and seems to care just as much about your eyes as he does about those of Angelina Jolie and Nicole Kidman (among the many, many celebs with framed thank-you notes on the Maloney office wall).
About the cost- yes, it was $6500. Of all things this is the LAST place I would try to save money. Eyes: you get two of 'em. And if someone is going to carve on them with a laser, I want the best there is. Dr. Maloney had done at least 25 people I knew before I went under the laser.
The Maloney Institute will give you lots of information and walk you through all your questions. I recommend getting the Wavefront measurement and doing the all-laser procedure (rather than using a blade to cut the corneal flap- I know , eeuww).
The operation takes three minutes; you can se right after; you will wear goggles for four hours; then you will be off to the races,. Your vision will fluctuate, including some possible focus issues, and yes, your eyes might get a bit drier. I'm almost at a year post-surgery and that's all I have experienced- oh, except for going from 20/500 to 20/20 and 20/15. -
Review from real d.
Los Angeles, CA
8/12/2010
I don't pay $6K for the doctor to stick his finger in my just laser'd eye, creating scar tissue, and then have him tell me at my first followup to start going to Kaiser for continuing care (which Maloney personally said to me), particularly when all followup care is supposed to be included.
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Review from Great G.
San Francisco, CA
6/17/2010
1. God
2. Dr. Robert Maloney
Dr. Maloney is incredible-- he has the gift. He made a blind man see and for that I am eternally grateful. His entire office was warm and friendly. I actually flew down from Nor Cal to have the procedure done, so I was a little nervous. But, his staff put me at ease. I think the most comforting part of the whole process was just hearing Dr. Maloney's voice. He walks you through everything with calm, soothing assurances. I had nearly perfect vision the next day. I am now a week out and couldn't be more thrilled.
I cant recommend MVI enough. La dolce vita!! -
Review from Solange S.
Encino, CA
2/8/2010
I woke up for the first time and could actually see the curtains dancing to the wind in my room. No more glasses or contacts. I couldn't be happier. He is expensive compared to the others out there and I recommend going on a few consultations (they are usually complimentary) before going ahead to surgery with Dr. Maloney. But I just couldn't be economical when it came to my eyes and my vision. Seeing is living and it was worth it!
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Review from Bumble B.
Los Angeles, CA
5/14/2010
I went to Maloney Vision because they're supposed to be the best. Now I realize that charging more and claiming you're the best doesn't make it so. Everything went smoothly until shortly after surgery when I began having extreme sensitivity to light. I had trouble opening my eyes and they would tear profusely when I did. I was handed steroid drops and no followup appt. scheduled to see if they'd worked. Then I went back again to address a bump at the corner of my eye, pain and dryness. I was told there was nothing wrong. The following week I woke up to what felt like a scratched cornea. I couldn't open my eyes & my vision was very blurry. My Optometrist at Mid-Valley Eye Center saw me immediately and said my eyes weren't healing properly and it could scar and affect my vision greatly. I was LIVID this wasn't caught by Dr. Maloney's office. I went in to see Dr. Maloney and he said my Dr. had exaggerated the problem. Exaggerated? I couldn't see or open my eyes! He gave me a prescription for Restasis for $300 (after I just paid you $6K cash?) & no followup appt. to see if it worked (notice a pattern?). My Optometrist also told me an outdated technique was used (top hinge instead of side) which explained why I was taking so long to heal. I am EXTREMELY disappointed in Maloney Vision. I no longer believe they are the best and I won't be returning for anymore "aftercare".
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Review from s b.
Los Angeles, CA
10/18/2010
My experience with Maloney Vision Institute was the best. I was referred to Dr. Maloney by my optometrist, and I had no idea what I was in for entering Maloney Vision Institute. What a beautiful, professional, building and staff. Everyone is kind, they smile when walking by, and they just have a great system going. This place is super busy, but they keep everything so orderly, that it doesn't feel like a rat race. I saw Dr. Maloney and his staff on and off for about 6 months while being treated for eye problems I had been having, and everyone I saw was so great. Once my eyes were ready for Lasik, I knew Dr. Maloney was the only person I trusted to do such a crazy procedure. His price is high, but it's your eyes! I'd pay anything to be confident I'd be safe and taken care of. I actually got a little discount by paying for the surgery in full, so if you are able to afford that, you may want to ask them about it. The surgery itself was A BREEZE! Seriously, the easiest, quickest, pain less, thing EVER! I couldn't even believe how simple it was! At no point did I feel uncomfortable or pain or anything. The next day I had 20/20 vision, and 5 days later I had 20/15 vision, which is such a dream come true. My vision is way better than it ever was in glasses or contacts. Dr. Maloney called me to check on me after the surgery, and he also sent a thank you letter with Starbucks gift card in it! Talk about customer service and making your clients feel good. I will recommend Dr. Maloney and his staff to anyone and everyone. if you are considering them or Lasik or any eye procedure, you will be so glad you went here!
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Review from Beth M.
Los Angeles, CA
6/23/2011
I am three weeks past my LASIK surgery and have to say all in all, my experience at Maloney Vision was mostly positive. I only say mostly because the procedure itself was rather difficult for me. I was given a sedative before the procedure, but the procedure was so soon after taking it that the sedative didn't kick in until the ride home. The procedure itself made me feel nauseous and I started feeling panicky-the Dr just told me to take deep breaths. The great news is the whole procedure was done so quickly that I didn't have much time to get too nervous. The assistants in the room were very nice and caring after the procedure when I still felt light headed but the doctor left right away and I haven't seen him since. My eyes are just starting to feel normal (after three weeks). I had a lot of swelling and irritation in one of my eyes. When I went in a week after complaining of pain, the office was jam packed and I had to wait for a while and then felt a bit rushed. I would and have recommended Maloney Vision to friends, but like any other medical office these days, they are not perfect.
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Review from William C.
Los Angeles, CA
3/28/2010
Went in for LASIK last week. The results have been fantastic. Sure, I could have spent a lot less with another provider, and to a large extent the procedure appears to have been commoditized. However, Dr. Maloney's qualifications are second to none, and the fact that celebrities and athletes go to him is a strong market signal. I also was comforted by the fact that he uses the state of the art technology and tracks his former patients' data to determine appropriate adjustments. Dr. Maloney also is very nice, and I had complete confidence that my eyeballs were in good hands. The procedure itself is both fascinating and eerie but lasts about 15 (long) minutes. After about 4 days, the discomfort went away, and the 20/20 result is amazing.
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Review from Water L.
Columbus, OH
4/21/2008
Truly a life changing event. My main challenge with Lasik was getting the courage to actually go and do it. From the second I walked in the door at the Maloney Vision Institute I felt like I had made the right decision. My technician was not only friendly and sweet but extremely knowledgeable and professional. She answered every question I had in my mind before I could ask it. Returning on the day of the surgery I was confident and relaxed and it really was one of the easiest and painless procedures I have ever done. Dr. Devgan is amazingly polite and calming and the procedure was a snap. Immediately after I sat up and opened my eyes for the first time I couldn't believe that I could see so clearly already. Recovery time was quick and painless and I can't thank Dr. Devgan and his staff enough. The price was also pretty reasonable and I highly recommend them to anyone thinking about Lasik.
