
Can You Get Vision Correction If You Have Astigmatism?
Learn how PRK, ICL, RLE and cataract surgery can correct astigmatism based on your eyes and goals.

Learn how PRK, ICL, RLE and cataract surgery can correct astigmatism based on your eyes and goals.

If you have started holding your phone farther away, turning on brighter lights to read, or switching between multiple pairs of glasses, you are not alone. Vision changes after 40 are extremely common, and for many people, they are one of the first noticeable signs that the eyes are aging.
AtValley Laser Eye Centre, we help patients understand why these changes happen and which treatment options may offer clearer, more stable vision. The right solution depends on your age, prescription, eye health, corneal profile, lens clarity, and lifestyle goals.

Cataracts are one of the most common reasons adults notice cloudy, dim, or blurred vision as they age. In British Columbia, many patients first learn about cataract surgery through their optometrist, family doctor, or ophthalmologist. Some are referred through the public system, while others begin asking about private cataract surgery in BC because they want more choice, more scheduling flexibility, or access to advanced lens technology.
As eye care providers, we believe the best decision is an informed one. Cataract surgery is a medical procedure, not a simple retail purchase, so it is important to understand what is covered, what may cost extra, what private care means, and how to choose a surgical team you trust.