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A clear standard for refractive surgery care

How a clearly defined service model can support informed decisions, accountable care and follow-up in refractive surgery.

Quality extends beyond the procedure

Refractive surgery changes the optical properties of the eye. The service includes much more than the operation: assessment, planning, information, the treatment itself and follow-up.

The First Clinic’s approach is based on the Finnish SFS7515 standard for refractive surgery services. It sets out a model for making these stages and the responsibilities involved explicit.

An informed decision before treatment

The treating surgeon examines the client and defines an individual refraction promise before the client commits to surgery. The intended refraction, relevant risks and total treatment costs are discussed in advance.

A written checklist provides a practical way to document the service offered and the responsibilities accepted.

Accountability and follow-up

During the guarantee period, follow-up allows the surgeon to evaluate healing and the agreed outcome. Necessary follow-up medical fees are included in the agreed care package; visit-specific office fees are charged separately.

The refraction guarantee concerns the outcome defined in the individual agreement. It does not imply that surgery is risk-free.

Your treatment plan and instructions are based on your individual examination. Please discuss your questions with your surgeon.

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