Learn More About Cataract Surgery
Are you experiencing night driving problems? Are colors fading? If you are over the age of 50 years old you may be experiencing the onset of cataracts. Our doctors are skilled board certified cataract surgeons located in Portland, Maine. Our doctors take great pride in educating patients about their best options for success after cataract surgery. Please feel free to review our website to learn about new technology lens implants.
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If you are seeking LASIK in Portland, Maine we are happy to help you learn about LASIK and your candidacy potential for this eye surgery. Please feel free to take our short LASIK self-evaluation test to get on the path to better vision. After taking this test you will be contacted by Maine Eye Center if you meet the pre-requisite requirements. All LASIK candidates will be required to undergo a pre-operative eye exam before candidacy is approved.
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Meet the LASIK Team
Meet the LASIK Surgeons and Their Team
Curtis M. Libby, M.D.
Dr. Libby is one of the first area physicians to utilize the technology of the VISX Star-S4 laser. In addition to refractive surgery, he specializes in cataract surgery and glaucoma subspecialty care. A native of the Portland area, Dr. Libby returned to Maine following his training and has been performing eye surgeries here for seven years.
His dedication to the field of ophthalmology has made him a well respected surgeon. He has served as President of the Maine Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons and consults as team ophthalmologist for the Portland Sea Dogs.
Dr. Libby earned his medical degree at the University of Vermont Medical School and completed a fellowship at the University of Wisconsin, following his ophthalmology residency at Louisiana State University Medical Center. He holds an undergraduate degree from Bowdoin College. Dr. Libby is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Patrice Seltzer, Director of Refractive Surgery Services
Patrice Seltzer is the Director of Refractive Surgery Services at Maine Eye Center and will be your point-person through your refractive surgery experience. You will speak to Patrice to schedule your initial evaluation and she will be there to answer any questions you may have. She will also follow your progress after surgery to assure your satisfaction. Patrice had LASIK surgery at Maine Eye Center in 2002, giving her a greater understanding of the LASIK experience and the questions patients have about the procedure.
Patrice has extensive knowledge of refractive surgery and has worked for years educating patients about laser vision correction. She understands the importance of maintaining high practice standards and creating an environment where communication between patient and staff are encouraged. Patrice has been working with Maine Eye Center since 2000.