Refractive Surgery
Refractive surgery is the specialty closest to my heart. My goal: to free you from glasses and contact lenses by choosing, together with you, the technique best suited to your eye, your prescription and your lifestyle. I offer both main families: laser corneal surgery (LASIK, SMILE, PRK, PresbyLASIK) and intraocular surgery with a phakic lens (ICL & IPCL). Every indication is established after a comprehensive assessment — the prerequisite for a safe and lasting result. I see patients from Paris and the western Paris suburbs at Cabinet OPHTALIFE in Boulogne-Billancourt.
Why entrust me with your eyesight?
Beyond technique, what makes the difference: leading hospital training, the latest technology and, above all, personal support at every step of your journey.
Which conditions can I correct?
I correct all refractive errors (ametropias). Each one can be combined with the others and requires an individualized approach.
Laser surgery
The laser acts directly on the cornea to change its curvature and correct the refractive error. Four main techniques, chosen according to your unique corneal profile and your age.
ICL / IPCL phakic lens
When laser is not the best option — cornea too thin, prescription too high, stabilized keratoconus — or for patients who want a reversible technique, I offer a phakic lens (ICL or IPCL). I place an ultra-soft intraocular lens between the iris and the natural lens, without touching the cornea.
The lens can correct myopia up to −30 D and hyperopia up to +15 D, with toric versions for astigmatism. It is a fully reversible technique: if needed, the lens can be removed at any time without harming the eye.
Am I a candidate
for refractive surgery?
A few questions for an initial orientation. This test does not replace a medical consultation.
1 / 4 — How old are you?
From assessment to visual freedom
Assessment consultation
I carry out a comprehensive pre-operative assessment: precise measurement of your prescription, corneal mapping (Anterion), pachymetry and anterior segment examination. Together, we choose the optimal technique.
Preparation
Stop wearing contact lenses (1 week for soft lenses, 3 weeks for rigid lenses). Prescription of preparatory eye drops. You receive the cost estimate and a detailed informed consent form.
Procedure
Outpatient surgery under anesthetic eye drops (sedation possible for ICL). Duration: about 15 min for both eyes with laser, 20 min per eye for ICL. I stay with you and explain every step.
Follow-up & results
Check-ups at day 1, day 7 and 1 month. Anti-inflammatory eye drops depending on the technique. I remain reachable by phone between appointments. The result stabilizes within a few weeks.
Comparison of techniques
Each technique has its indications and limitations. Here is a concise comparison to guide you — the final decision is made at your personalized assessment.
| LASIK | SMILE | PRK | Phakic lens (ICL/IPCL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corneal procedure | Flap + reshaping | Lenticule extraction | Surface (no flap) | None |
| Visual recovery | 24 h | 24-48 h | 5-7 days | 24-48 h |
| Myopia up to | −10 D | −10 D | −6 D | −30 D ¹ |
| Hyperopia up to | +5 D | +5 D | +4 D | +15 D ¹ |
| Astigmatism | Yes | Yes | Possible | Yes |
| Thin cornea | Contraindicated | Contraindicated | Possible | Ideal |
| Contact sports | After 4 weeks | After 2 weeks | After 2 weeks | After 3-4 weeks |
| Reversible | No | No | No | Yes |
| Anesthesia | Eye drops | Eye drops | Eye drops | General or local |
¹ Corrections beyond −18 D (myopia) or +10 D (hyperopia) require the IPCL (Care Group). The EVO Visian ICL (STAAR) covers myopia up to −18 D and hyperopia up to +10 D.
Take the eligibility test — 1 minute
FAQ — Refractive surgery
Your refractive assessment starts here
A comprehensive assessment determines your eligibility and the right technique, and gives you a clear picture of your journey.